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Instead of Depression (Poem by Andrea Gibson)
By Polly Castor on January 18, 2023Read moreInstead of depression, try calling it hibernation.
21Deep Dive into (Pen and) Ink
By Polly Castor on January 16, 2023Read moreI'm so thankful for this splurge; it is an investment in myself and what I have to say to...
Determined to Be More Unproductive (quote by Hakuin Ekaku)
By Polly Castor on January 15, 2023Read moreTo do less and less, slower and slower, until we hear God's voice.
Don’t Need the Bad
By Polly Castor on January 13, 2023Read moreLet the bad go. It does not serve you.
Recent Black and White Photos
By Polly Castor on January 12, 2023Read moreI love the value contrasts, and the way limiting oneself to black, white, and grey highlights composition.
Secret (poem by Leslea Newman)
By Polly Castor on January 11, 2023Read moreI just have to jump up and dance around the house laughing out loud.
Your Spiritual Authenticity (Talk I Gave at the Congregational Church)
By Polly Castor on January 10, 2023Read moreLast Sunday morning, I gave a talk at the Ridgefield Congregational church. This is a synopsis of what I...
Featured Artist: David Tress
By Polly Castor on January 9, 2023Read moreThese Youtube videos of David Tress and his work are wonderful!
Keep Your Thoughts Positive (Mahatma Gandhi quote)
By Polly Castor on January 8, 2023Read moreKeep your values positive, because your values become your destiny....
Blistered Green Beans with Shallots (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on January 7, 2023Read moreThese are yummy and easy to make.