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We Harvested our First Homegrown Brussels Sprouts
By Polly Castor on December 2, 2015Read moreSo for those of you that don't know: Brussels sprouts grow on a stalk.
10Book Review: Happier at Home
By Polly Castor on December 1, 2015Read moreBecause I liked Gretchen Rubin's Happiness Project so well, I nabbed her sequel when it came out in Costco...
Bits and Clips for November 2015
By Polly Castor on November 30, 2015Read moreI hope you find something inspirational, informative, interesting, delicious, Thought-provoking, or enlightening in these links:
Food in New York City
By Polly Castor on November 29, 2015Read moreFood in New York City comes in an intriguing array of possibilities, ranging from outrageously expensive to street food,...
Richard Rohr on Religion and Poetry
By Polly Castor on November 28, 2015Read moreI agree that we need to do more with metaphor:
Our Daughter’s Pottery Made at College
By Polly Castor on November 27, 2015Read moreI know the kind of time and skill this array of pieces represents; the scope and quantity of her...
Thanksgiving 2015
By Polly Castor on November 26, 2015Read moreHappy Thanksgiving! I sure am grateful for each and every one of you.
Quotes from Spirituality of Gratitude
By Polly Castor on November 25, 2015Read moreI found it enjoyable to consider the favorite topic of gratitude from another perspective.
Connecticut Pastel Society Renaissance Show 2015
By Polly Castor on November 24, 2015Read moreHere are some photos I took at the opening of this fabulous pastel show put on by the Connecticut...
30 Thanksgiving Vegetable Recipes for Vegans, Vegetarians, and Sides
By Polly Castor on November 23, 2015Read moreWhether you are a vegan, a vegetarian, or just are looking for some vegetable side dishes, these recipes will...
Rowayton Seaside Homes at Sunset
By Polly Castor on November 22, 2015Read moreThese homes, originally whaler's homes from long ago, are fascinating in their many shapes and configurations.
Restaurant Review in Concord, Mass: Main Streets Market and Cafe
By Polly Castor on November 21, 2015Read moreI wish we had this place where I live, and it is worth going out of your way for.