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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

Welcome to India 2012 video 2

Posted on December 15, 2013 by annetbell

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0ZQvSiYtBE This is the second of three great videos on India and the Indian spirit , hard work, and adaptation to life challenges.  This an Indian businesswoman who has  12 children and a thriving  business. It is worth the time … Continue reading →

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Puppets, Books and Tiffany Glass

Posted on December 14, 2013 by annetbell

Grades K – 8 Warm your hearts with Charles Dickens’ holiday classic.  Watch Mean Ol’ Scrooge as he discovers Christmas is not a HUMBUG!  This puppet spectacular features beautiful handcrafted marionettes, shadow puppets, gorgeous masks, lavish costumes, vivid sets, a … Continue reading →

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Time’s Person of the Year

Posted on December 13, 2013 by annetbell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oabVDOQ_2Sk “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of  these is love.”               1st Corinthians 13:13 Peace. . . .  . . .

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Blog of the Year Award, Influential Blogger Award and Sisterhood of the World Award

Posted on December 12, 2013 by annetbell

Second star, though I can’t figure out how to do that!     My dear friend at painttheworldwithwords.wordpress.com has nominated me for all these awards and I am overwhelmed by her support and generosity. I am sending out one post … Continue reading →

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Winter Is Still a Week Away in Upstate New York

Posted on December 12, 2013 by annetbell

Hudson River Valley    Image by Andy Tice. Thanks to my friend Judy Kapaila This Is a Winter Wonderland!

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For All Who Love India or Are Just Curious

Posted on December 11, 2013 by annetbell

From my friend at : greetingsfromindia.wordpress.com http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpdoRUMeshw Learning how to survive on an increasingly crowded planet is probably our ultimate challenge. But there is one place, home to over a sixth of the world’s population, which is already making a … Continue reading →

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Ferel Dogs ( From February, 2013)

Posted on December 11, 2013 by annetbell

They come in various colors, white, a ginger  brown, black, and  mixtures of the three. A few have long coats and all have pointed  snouts. And they are not pets, or so we thought. The dogs live in the street scrounging … Continue reading →

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Philomena – The Movie

Posted on December 10, 2013 by annetbell

Judy Dench is known for her regal performances depicting queens.  This may be her most complex role as she plays a average woman with unlikely depth and reserve of strength telling  of a mother’s undying love.  This film is based … Continue reading →

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The Dragon’s Loyalty Award

Posted on December 9, 2013 by annetbell

I want to thank my dear friend Shaun from Scotland who gave me this wonderful award. I am still not sure if I am the dragon or the beautiful maiden, but I am delighted to accept. I do want to … Continue reading →

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Indian Haircut!

Posted on December 9, 2013 by annetbell

This is, of course, the choice of most Indian people for haircuts.  Indian hair is thick and luxurious and the envy of most white westerners.  The barber sets up his stool, fixes his mirror, and is ready for business. I … Continue reading →

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