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About annetbell

I am a retired elementary teacher, well seasoned world traveler,new blogger, grandmother, and a new enthusiastic discoverer of the wonderfully complex country of India. Anne

We Really Are Rock Stars. . . . . TV Action Stars!

Posted on March 2, 2014 by annetbell

First Posted on March 22, 2013by annetbell It all began when our group was invited to a wedding reception here in Ahmedabad way back in January.We were included because one of the student’s uncle extended the invitation to us. The man with me … Continue reading →

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Domus Aurea Nero’s Golden Palace

Posted on March 1, 2014 by annetbell

What comes to mind when Emperor Nero is mentioned?  Of course, fiddling while Rome burns. Well there was  huge fire in 64 AD during his reign, but I  don’t think it has been proven that  he set the great fire. … Continue reading →

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President Obama Announces My Brother’s Keeper Initiative

Posted on February 28, 2014 by annetbell

Mentoring, encouragement and guidance are integral to our success. You can’t go to the store and buy them, someone has to give these gifts and care enough to do so. Mr. Obama personally knows the importance of a father figure … Continue reading →

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Monument Valley, Arizona

Posted on February 27, 2014 by annetbell

This is Monument Valley, the Navajo (Native American) Tribal Park  located  on the Arizona/Utah border. The clusters of vast red sandstone buttes (large stone structures with flat tops) are near the famous 4 corners. ( This is where Arizona, Utah, … Continue reading →

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One Picture Sums Up Syria’s Humanitarian Crisis

Posted on February 26, 2014 by annetbell

Oh why aren’t we helping these poor desperate people? Heartbreaking . . . . . . .

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The World’s Fastest Car

Posted on February 26, 2014 by annetbell

Just last week, Februrary 14th to be exact,  the John F. Kennedy Space Center in Florida became the test site for a run of the Hennessey Venon GT performance car. The independently tested speed  result was 270.49 MPH. This pushed … Continue reading →

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Yes or No? Great Indian Head Shake. . . . .

Posted on February 25, 2014 by annetbell

With a little research , I learned the origin of the head bobble… dating back 400 years when the kings in Indian did not like to be confronted with a “no” when they gave an order.  This was true up … Continue reading →

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Arizona State Parks Employ Homeless Veterans

Posted on February 24, 2014 by annetbell

Carlos Garcia has a second chance at life working as an Arizona Park Ranger.  He had been a homeless veteran but now is making $12 per hour and living in a FEMA trailer. He had been homeless and in trouble … Continue reading →

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20 Clever Inventions Given to Us by the Incredible Indians!

Posted on February 23, 2014 by annetbell

20 Clever Inventions You Probably Didn’t Know Were Made By Indians FOLLOW @STORYPICKER FEBRUARY 20, 2014  Share on Facebook  Share on Twitter STORYPICKERS POST TAGS indian discoveries, indian inventions,Inventions and discoveries by indians,inventions made in ancient India Indian inventions and discoveries … Continue reading →

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Udaipur. . . . A Fairy-Tale City

Posted on February 22, 2014 by annetbell

A Fairy-Tale City….Udaipur Posted on March 11, 2013by annetbell The City Palace dominates the Eastern shore of the lake. The architecture is a blending of Raiput  military with Mughal style decoration.  Today, the palace is a combination museum and luxurious hotel. There are … Continue reading →

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