Monthly Archives: May 2016

Meteor Over Maine

Posted on May 18, 2016 by annetbell

This picture and the video are from a police car on patrol during the night.  Pretty amazing! All over the news in the US but not sure of other places. Thought it was too good to miss!  

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Surprise. . . . .Taj Mahal 2

Posted on May 18, 2016 by annetbell

Bibi-ka-Makbara– the Taj Mahal of South India Updated on July 28, 2015 from Hub Pages Is it Taj? The main entrance gate Picturesque The second Taj! Or the first? Symmetry One of the minarets Stucco work The grave of Rabia-ul-Daurani … Continue reading →

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Monkey Madness!

Posted on May 17, 2016 by annetbell

Namaste! This is one of my favorite images.  It is from Delhi and shows  conundrum of humans and monkeys in India. Monkeys are everywhere  because of the  Hudaman, the Hindu  monkey god.    Hindus revere Hanuman, the Monkey god and … Continue reading →

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Hero Haus. . . . . . the Brave German Shepherd

Posted on May 15, 2016 by annetbell

My forever dog friend, Thelma was part Shepherd but looked like a gray wolf.  German Shepherds are reported to be the second most intelligent breed with Border Collies being the first.  And GS are known for their love and loyalty … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thanks

Posted on May 14, 2016 by annetbell

Last Thursday, before I left for my son’s house in Central New York, I attended a luncheon where the volunteers who served each week at Concerns-U Food Pantry were served lunch. When you sign-up  to serve as shoppers for our … Continue reading →

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“Lost in Translation” Friendship in the Midst of Loneliness

Posted on May 13, 2016 by annetbell

Here are Bob and Charlotte who become unexpected friends in the midst of the faraway culture of Tokyo. Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson are a touching and unexpected couple due to their age difference, background, and life experience. They share … Continue reading →

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New Limousine

Posted on May 11, 2016 by annetbell

This is a wonderful idea.  I hope this woman’s example will be followed by other ambassadors in Delhi and the Indian elite. It would  help with the fumes and are  very efficient slipping in and out of traffic.  The traffic … Continue reading →

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I Am Honored

Posted on May 10, 2016 by annetbell

These beautiful flowers  from my son, Christian were delivered  at 9:40 PM on Saturday night with an apology for  the lateness of the hour.  I was just delighted for the beautiful remembrance . Christian, Katherine, David and me in Skanetateles … Continue reading →

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Happy Mother’s Day!

Posted on May 8, 2016 by annetbell

I had never heard this song “Mom!”  It is a real tearjerker so get a tissue before you press play.  I am including the second version with the lyrics.  Shaun always does that and I like to see the words, … Continue reading →

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Fitbit

Posted on May 6, 2016 by annetbell

My whole life, I have never liked to exercise, but I have been thinking about it.  As the big birthday approached,  I dropped some hints. My son kindly took the hint and this picture  shows the model I have on … Continue reading →

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