Monthly Archives: November 2014

Concerns-U Food Pantry. . . . The Voices and Faces of Hunger

Posted on November 9, 2014 by annetbell

http://youtu.be/oIeVPhmuTws My first reaction to this video was tears.  Things often touch my heart first and hardest.  But what happens after the tears dry?  Oh yes, I am a volunteer at Concerns-U, and I have donated food, and money for … Continue reading →

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“Interstellar”, the film

Posted on November 8, 2014 by annetbell

Well, today was a definite first for me.  I saw a geeky science fiction space travel movie and I loved it!   Now I am not one who has a fascination with stars, planets, galaxies, or space  exploration.   That … Continue reading →

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Saturday Song Smile. . . . “Puff the Magic Dragon” Peter, Paul and Mary

Posted on November 8, 2014 by annetbell

  I just couldn’t resist this!  ” Puff the Magic Dragon” was multi-layered song of the complicated 60’s.  Listen to the  lyrics and you will hear a fantasy story of of a little boy and a dragon.  But to many … Continue reading →

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Wit & Wisdom Group – Defining a kind heart

Posted on November 7, 2014 by annetbell

Originally posted on The Chicago Files:
I want to share with you a recent experience that still brings me the proverbial, “lump in the throat” moment. For those that don’t already know, I have been volunteering for a long time…

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25 Bridges Not to Be Missed as you explore the world

Posted on November 7, 2014 by annetbell

I found this list of incredible bridges from around the world when I was researching the rope bridge at Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland.  It is included in the list of 25.  And in fact, I have seen and or … Continue reading →

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New Political Representative in West Virginia

Posted on November 7, 2014 by annetbell

 It appears that the Republican party has learned some lessons from past elections. Of  the candidates that  were elected, there were several women governors, African Americans and Hispanics.  This young woman  is an example of the new Republican Party serving … Continue reading →

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Divide New York State?

Posted on November 6, 2014 by annetbell

As radical as this sounds, this is not a new idea. I live in Upstate New York, Rensselaer  County.  When we bought our house, there was a charge we had to pay for New York City Subways  listed on our … Continue reading →

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Brownie Mix !

Posted on November 6, 2014 by annetbell

CoNSERNS-U    Food Pantry where I volunteer.    How’s this for inspiration? We were honored to learn today that a 12 year Boy Scout in Averill Park has committed himself to provide CoNSERNS-U with 200+ boxes of brownie mix that … Continue reading →

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Hungry People in America

Posted on November 5, 2014 by annetbell

8 Impossible Choices People Who Can’t Afford Food Make Every Day The Huffington Post  | By Eleanor Goldberg Posted: 10/23/2014 4:10 pm EDT Updated: 10/23/2014 4:59 pm EDT  Hunger in the U.S. is on the rise, with one in seven people … Continue reading →

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WASHINGTON: ‘ THE PEOPLE DECIDE ON REPUBLICANS AND DEMOCRATS BLAME OBAMA ‘

Posted on November 5, 2014 by annetbell

Results from yesterday’s election where the people spoke!

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