Monthly Archives: September 2014

Camel Racing and the Slave Trade in United Arab Emirates

Posted on September 20, 2014 by annetbell

This is not a happy, feel good post on this Saturday morning. I am deeply saddened  by  the violence and possible voting irregularities in Scotland. Just another example of greed in this world where  money, no matter the currency, and … Continue reading →

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“Scotland the Brave”. . . the day after. . . .

Posted on September 19, 2014 by annetbell

Today is not the day I expected or  filled with  the news that I wanted.  Scotland has spoken with an election of an unheard of turnout of almost 85% of the registered voters.  The “No” voters were victorious in their … Continue reading →

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“Scotland the Brave”

Posted on September 18, 2014 by annetbell

Today is election day in Scotland. All the rallies, speeches, and persuasive  blog posts are over. It is up to each Scottish voter today to vote  her/him conscience as to  what is best for Scotland now and in the future. … Continue reading →

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More Rain on the Way to Arizona

Posted on September 17, 2014 by annetbell

Last week in Tucson and Phoenix, there was heavy winter rains and flooding from a tropical hurricane. The sky warns of the coming storm. . . . . . . . . All through the Southwest, are dry creek or … Continue reading →

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The Great Dictator, David Hayman on Scottish Independence

Posted on September 17, 2014 by annetbell

The beauty of these words made me weep and not only for the hope of the Scottish people but for America.  The country she used to be and with the determination and will of the people  and God’s mercy and … Continue reading →

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Shaun Gibson

Posted on September 16, 2014 by annetbell

Scotland Shaun Gibson  In six months, Shaun has changed the world.  His internet presence changed from a discussion of living with pain and Fibromyalgia  to news.  Not just any news, but often alternative news that was unexpected and generally unknown. … Continue reading →

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Shaun Gibson

Posted on September 16, 2014 by annetbell

Shaun Gibson  ShaunGibson @ShaunyNews FOLLOWS YOU TWEETS9,945 PHOTOS/VIDEOS207 FOLLOWING2,288 FOLLOWERS2,149 FAVORITES2,392  More User Actions Following ShaunGibson @ShaunyNews FOLLOWS YOU Columnist, Blogger, Political writer, Football Writer, Married, Kids, just here for the banter and Stuff, and I want to change the … Continue reading →

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Music Monday ” Flower of Scotland ” Lone Bagpiper

Posted on September 15, 2014 by annetbell

Today, one of the most recognizable symbols of Scotland is the bagpipes.It’s history may go back to  Roman times. In the Battle of Culloden in 1746, it  was named an instrument of war when the British general said, “A Highlander … Continue reading →

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Lunch Flash Dance in Mumbai

Posted on September 14, 2014 by annetbell

Indian people are born with dancing in their souls, or so it seems to me. Most people around the world, who go to films, know about the dance scenes in Bollywood films.  We saw a gangster  film while in India … Continue reading →

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“Stolen Innocence” Documentary Film

Posted on September 13, 2014 by annetbell

This article and video tells of  a not uncommon problem in India.  Sex trafficking is a horrendous fact of life for poor girls and families everywhere, even in the wealthy west. People in power and wealth acting with impunity is … Continue reading →

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