Monthly Archives: June 2015

“Annie”. . . . . the Film

Posted on June 30, 2015 by annetbell

The area grandchildren and I went to see” Annie,” this morning. On Tuesdays, throughout the summer kid friendly films are run with a $1 per person admission. I had wanted to see the new version of this classic. Jamie … Continue reading →

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Virginia History. . . . . . . My History

Posted on June 25, 2015 by annetbell

I am a Virginian by birth and heart. My high school was Robert E. Lee High School named for the great Confederate general. My grandmother’s family members owned slaves and my ancestors fought in the Civil War for the Confederate … Continue reading →

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Varanasi , City of Life and Death

Posted on June 23, 2015 by annetbell

Varanasi was a life changing experience for me. I have visited it twice, once on each trip to India. This morning, I was looking for pictures of the narrow alleyways that make up the ancient city, and I found this … Continue reading →

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“Poverty is a Result of Lack of Access”. . . . Marta Vanduzer-Snow

Posted on June 22, 2015 by annetbell

The Times of India Meet the Boston woman who builds toilets in UP | Jun 20, 2015, 07.33 PM Times of India A Having grown up in both under-privileged and privileged classes in the States, Marta says … Continue reading →

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I Forgive You !

Posted on June 20, 2015 by annetbell

Forgiveness is the heart of Christianity. During these dark, tragic days since the Charleston massacre, yesterday this murderer was faced by the victim’s families during the bond hearing. They followed Christ’s example from the cross to give forgiveness to the … Continue reading →

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Three Life Changing Minutes. . . . .

Posted on June 19, 2015 by annetbell

Gary Haugen, founder of International Justice Mission speaking at TED. I hope you will take the three minutes to hear these highlights. I was at the simulcast of the conference but due to a previous commitment , I didn’t hear … Continue reading →

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International Justice Mission’s Work in the World

Posted on June 18, 2015 by annetbell

This is the work of IJM in the world. They work with governments the police, legal community , and social workers to over come the injustice in the world and end the impunity of evil which promotes slavery, sex … Continue reading →

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Documentary of “Daughters of Mother India”

Posted on June 17, 2015 by annetbell

Indian Award-Winning Documentary ‘Daughters of Mother India’ — Jarring Wake-Up Call for Men Like Me Posted: 05/26/2015 2:36 pm EDT Updated: 05/26/2015 3:59 pm EDT Huffington Post By Jim Luce With Jitin Hingorani. While living and working in my … Continue reading →

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WOW Indian Weddings in the US!

Posted on June 16, 2015 by annetbell

Extravagant Indian Weddings Bring In Big Bucks for U.S. Hotels India West.com With the popularity of extravagant Indian weddings, major U.S. hotels, including the Ritz Carlton and Four Seasons, are actively wooing Indian couples with attractions, such as a designated … Continue reading →

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“The Power of Love”. . . . “Back to the Future”. . . . . Huey Lewis

Posted on June 13, 2015 by annetbell

Driving to the Lacrosse game today, I heard this song blaring from my grandson’s tablet in the back seat. Sometime we forget “The Power of Love. ” in our personal lives and in the world. It is good to … Continue reading →

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