A journal of art, photography, spirituality, ideas, books, movies, food, poetry & hope
- Art (1,312)
- Books (664)
- Food (779)
- Homeschooling (158)
- Hope (805)
- Ideas (1,094)
- Movies (183)
- Photography (1,277)
- Poetry (606)
- Spirituality (766)
- Uncategorized (2)
- 4 Star books
- 5 Star Books
- Abstract Art
- Abstract Landscapes
- abundance
- advice
- Art by Others
- Artist Journals
- Art Shows
- authenticity
- Bible
- Bits and Clips
- Book Reviews
- Christian
- Christian Science
- community
- Connecticut
- Creative Arts Camp
- creativity
- education
- Essay
- Fall
- Family
- Fiction
- Flowers
- Fun
- Gift Ideas
- God
- gratitude
- happiness
- Holiday
- homeschooling
- life lessons
- Main Dish
- Maine
- Mindfulness
- Movie Reviews
- Nature
- non-fiction
- Organic food
- parenting
- pastel
- Poetry by me
- poetry by others
- Quotes
- Recipes
- Relationship with God
- Release
- seafood
- Side Dish
- Special Occasions
- Spiritual Healing
- spring
- Summer
- Travel
- Trees
- Vegan
- vegetarian
- Virtue
- water photography
A Wonderful Day of Art, Theater, Flowers, and Serendipity in NYC (Photos)
By Polly Castor on May 1, 2022Read moreWe had a great day. I will post about the fabulous art show tomorrow; in this post are the...
10Bits and Clips for April 2022
By Polly Castor on April 30, 2022Read moreI hope you find something in these links, memes, photos, poems, and paintings that is inspiring, educational, interesting, motivational,...
The Priory of the Orange Tree (Book Review)
By Polly Castor on April 29, 2022Read moreAt 804 pages this novel is quite an undertaking, but I loved both Ead and Tané, and was glad...
Crispy Chickpea Salad with Tahini Dressing (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on April 28, 2022Read moreThis is a healthy flavor blast with lots of great middle eastern seasonings, and contrasting textures.
Hike Photos from Huntington State Park (April 2022)
By Polly Castor on April 27, 2022Read moreCome along side me as we walk here in the fresh unfolding of early spring.
Four New Paintings in my Artist Journals
By Polly Castor on April 26, 2022Read moreI really enjoy the mediative process of creating these small works.
What is Good for the World is Good for Us (Wendell Berry Quote)
By Polly Castor on April 25, 2022Read moreI do not doubt that it is only on the condition of humility and reverence before the world that...
Avoid Doing it Wrongly by Doing it Rightly
By Polly Castor on April 24, 2022Read moreIdentifying the correct way to do something will steer you clear from all sorts of pitfalls.
Radish Salad with Homemade Tonnato (Recipe)
By Polly Castor on April 23, 2022Read moreThis is crisp, delicious, different, and healthy. Give it a try for a light lunch or a hearty side.
Petals Overhead and Underfoot (New Landscape Painting in Oil and Pastel)
By Polly Castor on April 22, 2022Read moreThis painting is my first to combine both pastel and oil, but it will not be my last!
Which Version of Denial? (New Poem by Polly Castor)
By Polly Castor on April 21, 2022Read moreDenial is a tricky thing...
Grace Notes #40 (with Photos)
By Polly Castor on April 20, 2022Read moreI am furthering my ongoing goal of appreciating such a continuous, overflowing abundance of random good.