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Fresh Pea Soup with Mint (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on May 27, 2017Read moreThis soup is very easy and quick, but also delicious. It is perfect fare for cool spring days like...
20Hillbilly Elegy (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on May 26, 2017Read moreDavid Brooks of the New York Times calls this book "essential reading for this moment in history." I agree,...
Two New Plein Air Landscapes in Pastel of New Pond Farm
By Polly Castor on May 25, 2017Read moreThe one above depicts the deep shade of the evergreen with the new leaves beyond in the sunken garden...
Chaparral Cactus and Succulents
By Polly Castor on May 24, 2017Read moreIf you are anywhere near Amarillo, this specialized nursery is worth a visit! I loved the cactus flowers, especially,...
Palo Duro Canyon Hike Photos
By Polly Castor on May 23, 2017Read moreWe stayed an extra day after the wedding to hike in the Palo Duro Canyon. The temperatures crested 100ºF...
Featured Artist Elaine Hazelwood
By Polly Castor on May 22, 2017Read moreAn amazing gardener, and an accomplished artist, she is also a kindred spirit with a sage heart.
Photos from Kallie and Kameron’s Wedding Day
By Polly Castor on May 21, 2017Read moreKallie and Kameron's wedding was lovely. There was so much joy and we all loved being together.
Kallie and Kameron’s Rehearsal Dinner Photos
By Polly Castor on May 20, 2017Read moreWe flew to Texas for the wedding of Kallie and Kameron. Kallie is a cousin in my husband's large,...
Little Princes (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on May 19, 2017Read moreIt is always good to read about good prevailing over evil, as well as the resiliency of children even...
Pottery by Our Younger Daughter this Semester
By Polly Castor on May 18, 2017Read moreThe first one below she gave me for Mother's Day, and I am delighted with it.
Vegan Alfredo Recipe (Cashew Sauce with Spaghetti Squash, Broccoli, and Shrimp)
By Polly Castor on May 17, 2017Read moreThis vegan alfredo sauce will have converts on all sides of the fence. Dairy free and using only healthy...
Spring Photos from New Pond Farm
By Polly Castor on May 16, 2017Read moreIt was great to get out to New Pond Farm with my friend Anne to enjoy all the spring...