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Connecticut

Autumn Architecture

November 4, 2015 by Polly Castor
autumn photos its archecture

Here are the fall photos I’ve taken that feature architecture as well.

Categories Photography Tags Architecture, Connecticut, Fall, Trees 3 Comments

Glorious October Foliage

October 30, 2015 by Polly Castor
Autumn foliage photos, Connecticut fall photos, autumn in New England, autumn in Connecticut, October foliage, fall trees

As you can tell by the huge amount of photos in this post, I love autumn in Connecticut!

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Fall, Trees 2 Comments

Back to My Usual Haunts

September 12, 2015 by Polly Castor
photos of everyday life

We have settled back into life as usual, but as often happens after a refreshing time away, I am seeing with new eyes…

Categories Hope, Photography Tags Architecture, authenticity, Connecticut, gratitude, happiness, Mindfulness 2 Comments

Photos from a Rugged Hike to a Waterfall

May 28, 2015April 18, 2015 by Polly Castor
Hike photos

The weather today was the best we’ve had. Our youngest daughter and I enjoyed this hike to this waterfall in Redding, Connecticut, even though the way was not easy. Here are my photos from the day. We delighted in frogs, skunk cabbage, and vibrant moss. Once at the waterfall, we took the time to sketch it.

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Restaurant Recommendation: Good News Cafe

May 24, 2015February 8, 2015 by Polly Castor
Good news Cafe Review

I’ve been here for lunch a few times in the past, and every time it was memorably terrific, so I chose this location for my birthday dinner. The three of us had a great time and our meals were remarkably delicious.

Categories Food Tags Connecticut, Organic food, Restaurants Leave a comment

Photos from a Walk in Wolfe Park

May 6, 2015November 5, 2014 by Polly Castor
Wolfe Park

This is a walk that I’ve never done before and found enjoyable…

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Fall, Nature, reflections, Trees, water photography Leave a comment

October Foliage in Connecticut

June 4, 2015October 30, 2014 by Polly Castor
October foliage

Well, compared to what I saw in Vermont, the autumn colors in Connecticut haven’t been so incredible, but as you can tell in the photos on this post, we haven’t been without our lovely moments!

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Fall, Nature, Trees Leave a comment

Early Fall Reflection Photos

May 5, 2015October 6, 2014 by Polly Castor
early fall pictures

As many of you know, I love reflections– metaphorically, spiritually, and even literally. Here are photos of some of the literal sort that I’ve have the opportunity of enjoying recently.

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Fall, reflections, water photography Leave a comment

Our Garden Produce September 2014

May 5, 2015October 3, 2014 by Polly Castor
garden produce

Our first proper produce garden was a smashing success.

We learned a lot, and here is what we would do differently next time:

Categories Food Tags Connecticut, Gardening, Organic food, Vegan, vegetarian Leave a comment

Late September Flowers

May 4, 2015September 29, 2014 by Polly Castor
Late September Flowers

These flowers are in my town right now… I live in a beautiful place.

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Fall, Flowers, Nature Leave a comment

More Zinnia Photos

April 29, 2015September 5, 2014 by Polly Castor
zinnia photos

I love them and every year I can’t resist taking more photos of them!

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Flowers, Gardening, Summer Leave a comment

Photos of Flowers in Our Yard

June 4, 2015June 13, 2014 by Polly Castor
Yard Flowers

Here are the flowers that are blooming in our yard. I delight in the fragrances and the variety of colors!

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Flowers, Gardening, Irises, Peonies Leave a comment

It’s Green Out There!

February 12, 2015May 27, 2014 by Polly Castor
spring leaves

The vividness of all this green was amazing to be surrounded by!

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Nature, spring, Trees Leave a comment

I Saw a Lady’s Slipper in the Woods

February 11, 2015May 20, 2014 by Polly Castor
Lady Slipper Photo

I was thrilled to find this Lady’s Slipper in the woods. A member of the orchid family, you do not see many of these in the wild in Connecticut!

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Flowers, Nature, spring Leave a comment

Photos from a Gorgeous Day

February 11, 2015May 12, 2014 by Polly Castor
photos of spring

The weather was spectacular. It felt like I was living inside a pointillist or Impressionistic painting, as the trees were dotted with new leaves and brushstrokes of color were evident everywhere.

Categories Hope, Photography Tags Connecticut, Flowering Trees, Flowers, gratitude, Special Occasions, spring Leave a comment

Photos from Today’s Spring Walk

January 29, 2015May 6, 2014 by Polly Castor
spring photo

I loved the ever changing sky, the variety of flowers, the fiddleheads on the ferns, the lichen on the stone walls, the reflections in the water, and particularly the exceptional magnolia…

Categories Photography Tags Connecticut, Flowering Trees, Flowers, Nature, spring Leave a comment

Spring Trees Bursting Out

January 29, 2015April 30, 2014 by Polly Castor
Spring Trees

This spring has been so late in coming, the waiting for it seems to add to the glory and jubilation of this moment…

Categories Hope, Photography Tags Connecticut, Flowering Trees, Nature, spring Leave a comment
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Reviews from Readers

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shadows.

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Butter! Lemon! Garlic!

It’s like a prayer!!!

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I’m grateful for you opening my eyes to the wonders that surround us.

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I never before found computers this beautiful….

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Polly, I needed you today and there you were and it was enough. Thank you for being a motivator.

Love the photos, as usual. You are a Creative Genius, Polly.

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Illuminating thoughts, thank you for sharing them. Very clear.

You are an inspiration to me, and I’m sure to many others. With appreciation for all you do to magnify good!

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LOVE it. Made me smile while I was reading it.

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Graciously and lovingly spoken, like a true friend to all. Thank you for your blog Polly.

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What an inspiring and uplifting painting. Thanks for sharing your inspiration with the world!

I just had to comment on today’s blog. I LOVED it! I have had similar thoughts for some time.

Oh yum, Polly… These gorgeous photos made my mouth water and my eyes pop!

I am so totally impressed with your photography, poetry, and painting.Your talent is incredible!!!

The Spirit at work is so well described here. In between the lines I read that
our only true peace is in pleasing Our Creator! Thank you deeply, Polly!

What a delight to experience the beauty of nature you shared of your slice of the world through these beautiful photos.

Your poem feels like a lesson, a treatment, and a love letter all rolled into one perfect package.
Thank you, Polly.

Your eyes are keen and your photographs dynamic.

This blog is colorful, beautiful, and edifying.

I just love your photos, Polly. Whether it’s food or art or nature . . . They are always so beautiful and interesting and full of life !

Your photos have opened my eyes to the beauty surrounding us everywhere.

Thank you for sharing yourself and creativity in such a transparent way, it is very inspiring and humbling to me.

Polly! I love this poem! Letting our true, authentic self come forth! Yes!! Thank you for all the delightful imagery!

Wow!! I cannot wait to try this recipe! Thank you!

Well Done! This is such a wonderful venture. Your work is just extraordinary!

I really enjoyed this book, thanks for recommending it.

You encourage me to grow with your everyday wisdom and your lovely contributions.

I always appreciate your reviews. Our fave film in 2019 was The Green Book – which we watched following your recommendation.

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Everything on your site is so colorful, spiritual and alive!

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I am a silent regular reader of your daily blog, and I’m finally in touch to tell you how much I like it. I love it!

You show us how God’s love shines in all things. You are a blessing!

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This blog is a daily dose from an spiritually-oriented, artist, thinker, sage.

I so enjoyed your trip blog. The outstanding photos and the amazing narratives made me feel I was on vacation for a few minutes each day.

Thank you for your transparency of love, your generous sharing of what you are pondering and doing.

I just want to say that I have really been enjoying your blog! It gives me hope for the world…

I am touched by this well thought out, well written essay. You have put into words what so many of us have in our minds and hearts. Thank you!

Love this– actually so “timely” for what I have been thinking about lately.

Polly, I just love your spirit, innovativeness, receptivity to beauty and to God’s goodness expressed. Thank you for your blog.

Thank you for writing this opinion so eloquently, Polly. You have addressed many nuances that I have been espousing for years, and your words are powerful and thought-provoking.

It is always refreshing to see the loves, joys, challenges, and triumphs that you share on your blog.

What lovely Soul-inspired insights! Thank you for these great ideas!

Today’s post was a Gift from God. Opening your email this morning truly lifted my Spirit. Thank you.

You have a great eye for beauty Polly. I love your blog.

Your multiple images and vocabulary choices give energy and renewed resolve to flagging spirits. Thank you for sharing.

Thank you for expanding my ways to see, Polly.

Thank you for this. Read it. Gave me hope. Going through an “unsure” time. Thank you for these words of strength, hope, and faith.

A powerful message. Thank you for getting it out there.

Thank you for your burst of sunshine reflected in your positivity this morning… I look forward to your blogs.

Polly, thanks for “amplifying good”. That’s what you really do!

Magnificent poem. How blest you are to be a poet, photographer, artist, metaphysician, all wrapped up into One.

I love your blog! I shared it with my mom, an artist, and she is impressed with your art. I’ve also spent time studying your paintings. Just listened to your interview, it was stellar! Thank you!!

Wonderful words of wisdom, Polly!

Perspective is everything – and choosing a liberating one blesses everyone, as you point out!

Beautiful photos. It is uplifting and energizing to see such bright, cheerful, healthy and fresh images. Thanks, I needed that!

I want to express my gratitude to you for such a well thought out essay. I found it quite enriching and resonate with those true answers.

Yes, healing does happen when we deeply and humbly pray. Thanks for keeping that idea alive.

This poem is what I needed to further focus on moving out of the fear of COVID.❤️

Wish I had gotten this message 75 years ago. It makes so much sense and would have saved me a lot of self criticism. I love your blog.

Love your blog. Today’s was dynamite, and very helpful for understanding our role as individuals at this time.

A wonderful poem Polly! Thank you. Deeply nourishing….

Thank you for the joy you share. I look forward to reading your posts!

Well done Polly, I love your book reviews! Please carry on the good work of guiding our book choices.

Thank you! I enjoy reading your notes from the Bible Lesson. Your interpretation is helpful for my thought and I’m sure many others.

This is one of the BEST explanations of one’s understanding of God I have seen in a long time. The image paired with the text was spot on!

I just adore all of your wonderful posts and everything that you share so generously. ????? You have a beautiful sense of soul that you share – it blesses me and so many!

What a beautiful spirit you have, shining right through your source.

Polly lets her spirituality into her art as you can see in the many abstract paintings she creates. We were wowed by her ability and her encouragement of others to express themselves artistically.

This is a beautiful summary and reminder of how we can both individually and collectively dissolve the powerless, baseless lies with Truth. Thank you, Polly!!

I enjoy your strong, bold artwork– there is so much going on in them that my imagination takes off. I really appreciate your blog. It brings joy every day.

I love the photos – such a gift which makes me feel closer to Fall, my favorite season.

Oh so beautiful! I keep coming back to look at the paintings again.

Quite unforgettable. You truly have a way with words:warm; strong; inviting; enlightening; so substantive, and more.

Thank you Polly for your radiant joy and embrace of each of us, wrapping us in your color and beauty of Soul.

This is so well thought out and written. Thank you for this compelling essay. I agree with you on all points, Polly.

This is spectacular, Polly! I love it!

Wow Polly!! You are buzzing with ideas.

The last day of the month on your blog is always a BIG treat . . . This morning I went from fasting to feasting . . .

Thanks, Polly, for listening so carefully and sharing so selflessly.

Neat! Love the black and white contrasts enhanced by the light.

Thank you Polly for this article on supply! I cherish the healing thoughts therein very much, and they are very helpful.

Your inspiration and love of nature is appreciated!

What a breath of fresh air!! Thank you for your honesty, integrity and willingness to speak out for Truth and Justice!!!

Excellent, meaningful, quotes. Thanks!

Thank you for your generosity and your overflowing sense of soul which you share so beautifully and articulately with everyone!!

Your posts are treasure troves of your beautiful and giving heart.

I loved this post! It gave me much to think about. Thank you for being such a beautiful and prolific source of inspiration. You are a wonder! I’m a fan!

Love your blog’s colour and joyfulness and the inspiring leads, Polly. Easy to see why you are much loved. Thank you.

When I open my email in the morning I read all the have-to emails first; I save yours to read as dessert. Thanks, Polly!

You are doing so wonderfully at praising God with your talents.

What a fine piece! You certainly are a shining example….[it] was uplifting and instructive.

Thank you for your efforts. I look forward to your positive thoughts and love.

I love your coffee cake recipe, I have a book list from your blog, I love the photos, the poems, the paintings, the movie reviews, the humor, the honesty, the color.

Grace is a beautiful quality and you exude it in spades – thanks so much for all you do and are! You are a treasure!

Polly….I’m happier because of you; I sure do thank you.

Keep up the good work. You are an inspiration! I love reading your blog with it’s many insights.

I am so happy to have found your site and to be able to enjoy your expression of Spirit! Love your poetry, your photos, your ideas, your …YOU! THANK you for sharing so abundantly!

This blog deeply resonates while being beautiful, delicious, inspiring, and fun. Not easy to do!

Wow! Love the abundance of exotic shapes and colours in the Autumn sunshine!

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I have just started this book and am really loving it! Thank you so much for recommending it.

I’m so grateful to be able to enjoy all you so generously share on your blog, the colorful photos, the recipes, the art works, the insights, the book reviews and so much more!

Excellent post, dear Polly! Thanks!! There is lots that I relate to in your comments!

Love these colours and the strong contrasts Polly!

I am simply amazed at the wealth of beauty, soul, and experience. Love it. Love you! Thank You for sharing your innermost so openly.

I recently I recommended your blog to a friend saying, “She’s like a dear friend, she just doesn’t know me.” Thank you for all the delight you add to my days!

You are such an inspiring person, Polly, and I love the variety of your activities you share with us all! Thank you so much.

I find the ideas you share on your blog very encouraging in having a sense of order when it comes to goals and priorities.

I did your tomato tart a few days ago, and it was fabulous! I am vegetarian and look for meals I can make that have lots of flavor. Your tart was just perfect!

The phrase ‘divine choreography’ is resonating with me. Bless you for sharing your inspiration with us all.

Polly always captures the balance between what I can do, and all the miracles I am given.

I really enjoy reading your blog – but I have to say that your monthly ‘Bits and Clips’ posts and your ‘Grace Notes’ posts are my favorite :)

Polly, your wonderful blog is doing more than its bit in this dreadful time. Thanks, and keep on keeping on!

Just a wonderland of possibilities and ideas and the materials to explore and discover. What a beautiful, exciting place! I’ve taken all this glory into my heart today and am grateful for it.

Polly, I am absolutely amazed. My mouth was watering! I’ll be thinking about it all night…and tomorrow we will break out the paints!

Oh my goodness Polly, this is absolutely magnificent and reaches so far deep into my soul.

Thank you Polly, for saying what needs to be said.

Wow…you have made carrots sexy!

How blessed we are to have someone like you on this Earth.

I appreciate your blog. It’s a breath of fresh air, beauty, and innovative thinking!

Providing us with wonderful refreshment, enlightenment, peace, encouragement, joy,
and a whole lot more. Thanks, Polly!

Wow! What a stunning collection of gorgeous images and though-provoking quotes. They made my day.

I loved this book, Polly. Thank you so much for the recommendation.

The colors are exquisite!!! Thanks for bringing so much beauty into our lives.

I think one reason I enjoy your blog is that you Stand Forth In All Your God-given Glory, expressing everything Good!

Thank you, Polly, for bringing clarity to the stressful events we’re experiencing. Your insights are thought-provoking and inspirational. I’m very thankful for your blog.

These are awesome. You have such a gift for photography…and for pastels…and for cooking…and for finding interesting books…and, and, and. Where does it end?

Helen Frankenthaler’s works were interesting, but I like your abstracts better.

Hi Polly, loved this poem. It radiates hope and feeling of calmness. I am glad I came across these beautiful words. Keep posting similar reads and spreading positivity.

Thank you for sharing the joy of your trip with us. I feel blessed this morning to know you in all the ways you reveal good and magnify it.

Just beautiful, Polly. So honest and uplifting. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, and the helpful ones of others.

You are such an inspirational person Polly! I love everything you share with us – such a joy to have your daily input in my inbox! X x x

I love your Blog, Polly!! Therefore, I love you! Your art, your poetry, your philosophy, your religion, your book reviews, your photography, your … husband!

I get so happy when I see your paintings. I really do. They bring me such joy. I feel your heart when I see them.

Thank you for this….I absolutely love reading it!

With its awesome art, recipes, book reviews, and really excellent writing, this blog is the perfect corner of the internet.

Wow. Yes, quite something to contemplate. Thank you, Polly!!

We are so blessed with your access to nature and your talent to communicate visually….

Your blog is very interesting and insightful.

Thank you for this exercise in balance, Polly. Helps a lot!

WOW! Polly! Some truly marvelous work there!!!

This is relevant and an excellent way for me to look at some situations I have been in recently.
Thank you Polly.
I will continue to benefit…

Thank you for all the inspiration you share so generously. I am deeply grateful!

Polly, you have such a great feel for things. I will enjoy you forever.

Excellent. Thank you for sharing this welcome thought to redirect today’s thinking.
I am grateful for this blog.

I read and feel the security of the hearth and home. Many thanks…

Sounds delicious and simple! Two of my favorite adjectives!

Yes indeed! You are a shining light and you are definitely using all your wonderful talents

AUDACIOUSLY GORGEOUS!!!!! (:

Polly, I love your poem “you were never unwanted”. This poem really hit home. Thank you for your words of wisdom

I love your swirling universes, the spirals that draw one in and introduce us to ourselves.

Your blog is uplifting and enlightening, and seems to speak to me just when I need it most.

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