The Gold Coast (Book Review)

  • The Gold Coast (Book Review)

    By on January 27, 2018

    This is a story of two neighbors–one patrician blue-bloods of high society, and the other a Mafia Don and...

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  • Recent Black and White Photographs

    By on January 26, 2018

    Images in black and white are an interesting challenge because they are so dependent on value range and contrast,...

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  • Homemade Caesar Dressing Recipe

    By on January 25, 2018

    The Caesar dressing I used to buy is full of bad fat and some unpronounceable ingredients, but is a...

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  • Blessing (poem by John O’Donohue)

    By on January 24, 2018

    May the nourishment of the earth be yours, may the clarity of light be yours, may the fluency of the ocean...

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  • The Underground Railroad (Book Review)

    By on January 23, 2018

    This was a different and interesting take on the underground railroad as a literal physical thing. The concept was...

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  • Photos of Our January Thaw

    By on January 22, 2018

    After weeks of sub zero and single digit temperatures, the "January thaw" has occurred, when temperatures in the 30's...

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    Polly Castor

  • Grace Notes #10

    By on January 21, 2018

    I am furthering my ongoing goal of appreciating such a continuous, overflowing abundance of random good. I’ve even taken...

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  • Zucchini Leek Soup with Cashew Cream (Recipe)

    By on January 20, 2018

    If you do one step in advance, this soup is quick, simple, and an amazing taste sensation.

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    Polly Castor

  • Trade Expectation for Appreciation

    By on January 19, 2018

    It's like I always tell people, most of your suffering comes from expectation. Right?

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  • Two New Abstract Paintings in Pastel

    By on January 18, 2018

    What a delight to have time to paint! Here are my two most recent abstract conceptualist paintings. Both are...

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  • Shrimp Avocado Lettuce Wraps (Recipe)

    By on January 17, 2018

    These are like grain-free shrimp tacos, but with totally different seasonings. They are flavorful and mild.

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  • Wherever You Are (Poem by Maxine Shore)

    By on January 16, 2018

    We are all beloved of the one Father, directed, protected, sustained by Him.

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