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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

Three Day Quote Challenge-DAY ONE

Posted on July 28, 2015 by annetbell

I have been blogging now for over two years with nearly 900 posts.  There was a time when I was participating in the awards scene pretty prolifically.  Then I decided that though I was touched and honored by  the nominations … Continue reading →

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“Mr. Holmes”. . . . the film

Posted on July 28, 2015 by annetbell

” Mr. Holmes” is the 254 th  film with a plot about  Sherlock Homes.  Is is necessary?  Could it be relevant, interesting, current?  Well, I would  answer in  the affirmative. Mr. Holmes is set  in his  retirement which has lasted … Continue reading →

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“Beyond” Varanasi, India. . . . . . Sadhu Documentary

Posted on July 26, 2015 by annetbell

I love when this happens on WordPress.  A  very talented  blogger, Seta Rasa,http://sitarasa.com/ sent me this amazing video of three young photographers in Varanasi filming Sadhus. I know it is long, but for those of you who are interested, here … Continue reading →

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The Second Most Exotic Marigold Hotel. . . . . the film

Posted on July 25, 2015 by annetbell

We decided to stay in last night,so  I watched this film  as husband did work.  I had loved the first film, (see the trailer at the end of the post), and looked forward to seeing the sequel. The first half … Continue reading →

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Motley Crew

Posted on July 24, 2015 by annetbell

Namaste! The Sadu, who is dressed in the Hindu color of saffron was wondering the streets of Varanasi when I met him.  Varanasi is considered the oldest continuously inhabited city, 9000 years old)  on earth by the Hindus.  With archaeologists … Continue reading →

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Chivalry Lives!

Posted on July 23, 2015 by annetbell

Royd and Jesse. . . For those who always read my blog, Royd  is the photographer I wrote about and also half of the twins!   David called Jesse, the observer.  He is very quiet but observant of all that … Continue reading →

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A Little Help From My Friend

Posted on July 21, 2015 by annetbell

We did see feral dogs chasing monkeys but I prefer this picture! This Is Incredible India !

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Cook Mountain

Posted on July 18, 2015 by annetbell

The view from the summit of Cook Mountain at Lake George in the Adirondacks in New York. We learned from  a good  source  that Cook Mountain was a good  climb for novice climbers. It was said to be a gentle … Continue reading →

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Fort Ticonderoga

Posted on July 17, 2015 by annetbell

“Fort Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga, NY” by Mwanner – Own work. Licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons – Welcome to Fort Ticonderoga ! It sits high above the western shore of Lake Champlain.  Originally , it  was constructed by the … Continue reading →

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Is Indian Food Healthy?

Posted on July 15, 2015 by annetbell

How Healthy is Indian Food?  posted Jun 28th 2011 HEALTHY LIVING Namaste! Indian food is enriched with dishes like broth-based lentils and pulses (dals), stir-fried and sauteed vegetables, lean meat cuts like the popular tandoori legs, and carbs from rotis. … Continue reading →

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