Monthly Archives: August 2013

Shine On Award

Posted on August 24, 2013 by annetbell

Many thanks to Deepa at http:// inspiringevolution.wordpress.com for so graciously  nominating me  for this award. Do visit her site to read excellent prose and poetry from one of the excellent, sensitive, inspiring  young  writers who are blogging. I have decided … Continue reading →

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21st century cannibalism

Posted on August 24, 2013 by annetbell

Originally posted on advocatemmmohan aksharaalu:
Syria flooded in the tears of citizens Hysteria affected rulers forgot it’s Great History Building castles on the graves of it’s bright future (kids) 21st century cannibalism of own children to lull the power hungry Let…

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Marvelous Mystic

Posted on August 23, 2013 by annetbell

Well, the 6 girls set out on our destination weekend in Mystic CT.  We were excited to be together, eat lobster and not have to see baseball!   The last time Katie and I were invited to Baltimore for a … Continue reading →

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Dancing (Harlem Shake Style) at the Taj Mahal

Posted on August 22, 2013 by annetbell

    Watch the video to the end!   Is there any wonder we love these guys so much?  Look at the confused expression on the faces of the Indians! lol http://youtu.be/zYCOJqbN274 Namaste. . . .. This Is Incredible India … Continue reading →

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Egypt in Flames

Posted on August 21, 2013 by annetbell

Coptic Christians holding hands in solidarity and  protection while Egyptian Muslims pray in the streets of Cairo. One of my favorite  memories ,when visiting Egypt years ago, was meeting some Coptic Christians in a 1000 year old farm village.  We … Continue reading →

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Birds’ Weekend

Posted on August 20, 2013 by annetbell

Well, it was a birds’ weekend for the men in the family who rode all the way to Baltimore to see the Orioles win two games!  This year’s team is very exciting and is winning enough to be  contenders for … Continue reading →

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A Very Wise Quote From Mother Teresa

Posted on August 20, 2013 by annetbell

Everyone can make a difference. . . . . . .

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Storm King Art Center

Posted on August 19, 2013 by annetbell

Storm King is  internationally acclaimed as one of the world’s  leading sculpture parks. It has welcomed visitors from all corners of the world for 50 years. The location is easily accessible , one hour north of New York City and … Continue reading →

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Namaste

Posted on August 16, 2013 by annetbell

I will be off-line for a few days!  Have a lovely weekend! Namaste. . . . .. . T I I I

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Jagannath Temple-Rath Yatra- Chariot Festival

Posted on August 15, 2013 by annetbell

From the break of dawn, a massive procession of devotees gather at the Jagannath Temple. Large chariots carry idols of Balaram, Kirshna and their sister Subhadra through the narrow windy streets of old Ahmedabad. Afterwards the idols are bathed in … Continue reading →

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