Monthly Archives: March 2015

South India Here We Come!

Posted on March 30, 2015 by annetbell

Here is our itinerary for the trip that begins tomorrow. Between the heat, and getting ready, and other things, I have been dithering about several posts I have started. So I decided to share what we are doing for the … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged blogging, sightseeing, South of India Trip, touring, travelling in India | 6 Comments

Indian Architecture Award to Mr. Doshi

Posted on March 29, 2015 by annetbell

https://www.facebook.com/architecturaldigestindia/videos?fref=photo Meet a truly amazing architect whom we have had the pleasure of meeting and talking to. He is a gentle , kind, humble man who is known as the “Father of Indian Architecture.” He is 88 years old … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, awards, India, Uncategorized | Tagged architecture, design, Father of Indian Architecture, gentle soul, India, La Corbusier, Mill Owners' Building, Mr. Doshi Architecture Digest India Award, teacher | Leave a comment

Mystery Solved? . . . .

Posted on March 28, 2015 by annetbell

One of the things that has confused and yes annoyed the students and us is how Indian people stand in line or don’t, exactly. Here is a picture which tells the story. The concept of personal space does not … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged being sensitive to other cultures, blogging, cultural differences, culture, India, manners, rudeness, standing in line, traffic | 3 Comments

Home Sweet Home. . . . . .

Posted on March 27, 2015 by annetbell

TRAVEL from New York Times A Town on New York’s Hudson River Reinvents Itself MARCH 26, 2015 Photo Troy’s downtown is rich with Victorian architecture. CreditTony Cenicola/The New York Times By C. J. HUGHES Curled along the Hudson River 150 miles … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Travel, Uncategorized, USA | Tagged boutiques, brewery, Collar City, Hudson River Valley, restaurants, shopping, Troy New York, wine bar | Leave a comment

Mom, Pop and the Twins!

Posted on March 26, 2015 by annetbell

This lovely picture was taken on the grounds of the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Notice the orange triangular head scares that are mandatory for entrance. But let me tell you the back story. . . . . We, … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged Amdavad, family, India, rickshaws, Salim, The Golden Temple, touring, twins | Leave a comment

Change in Amdavad

Posted on March 25, 2015 by annetbell

Last night we were invited to a dinner party with some professors of architecture as well as practicing architects. One of the questions they asked us was what were changes we have seen in the city since our last visit … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged blogging, burning trash, culture, garbage disposal, India, Recycling, trash trucks, travel | 2 Comments

Elephant Ride. . . . . Check!

Posted on March 24, 2015 by annetbell

Near the top of the list of desired adventures in India for the students was to ride an elephant. Jaijpur is the place to do it.. You can stand in line for hours at the Amber Fort and have … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged Amber Fort, animals, blogging, elephant rides, India, Jaipur, photography | 5 Comments

Music Monday from India

Posted on March 23, 2015 by annetbell

Featuring Instrumental music by Gayatri Mantra with Flute, Sitar and Santoor Great music for relaxation! What do you think? This Is Incredible India !

Posted in India, Uncategorized | Tagged deep breathing, flute, Gayatri Mantra, meditation, Music Monday, prayer, relaxation, Santoor, sittar, stress reliever | Leave a comment

First Mistake. . . . Letting Them on the Property

Posted on March 23, 2015 by annetbell

March 23, 2015 Print This Post From Health Impact News Government Attacks Small Family Farm in Schenectady County New York Unexpected Dangers of Farming by FUSSYlittleBlog Remember how I said I wanted to get more involved with local farms this … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, USA | Tagged blogging, farm, farming, harsh winter of 2015, Healthy sustainable farm goods, nothing to hide, police state, Schenectady New York, transparency | 1 Comment

Wordless Wednesday

Posted on March 22, 2015 by annetbell

This gallery contains 19 photos.

Originally posted on keep picturing:
These silent , wordless images tell much about the journey . . . . . . . keep picturing View original post

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