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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

Music Monday East Meets West Rani Taj

Posted on August 25, 2014 by annetbell

Rani Taj is a British Pakistani dhol player from Birmingham. The dhol is a double headed drum played throughout the Indian subcontinent. Happy Monday!  

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“We Know Jimmy’s Free. He’s Finally Free” John Foley,Father

Posted on August 24, 2014 by annetbell

You Know How James Foley Died. This Is How He Lived. HuffPost  | By Carina Kolodny & Damon Dahlen Posted: 08/22/2014 5:54 pm EDT Updated: 08/22/2014 6:59 pm EDT When we think of James Wright Foley now, one image is seared … Continue reading →

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An Indian Dream House?

Posted on August 23, 2014 by annetbell

Namaste:  This post  drew lots of discussion last year when it was first posted. I am interested in hearing  the comments of bloggers new to my site. Magazines are filled with pictures of the  homes of the rich and famous. … Continue reading →

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James Foley, Son, Photographer, Martyr, and Hero

Posted on August 22, 2014 by annetbell

Seeing this interview with  James’ extraordinary parents gives me  an idea of their son’s character and heart.  One person, no matter the shortness of time they live, can make a significant difference  on others’ lives.  His work on this earth … Continue reading →

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The Truth about Elephant Artists. . . . . .

Posted on August 22, 2014 by annetbell

Elephants, as do lions, have two spies, African and Asian.  The males are the largest living land mammals who can also swim using their trunk as a snorkel to  breathe.  In fact there is a theory in Scotland that the … Continue reading →

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Dr. Brantly’s Release from Emory Hospital

Posted on August 21, 2014 by annetbell

An inspiring, encouraging story. . . . . http://news.yahoo.com/hospital-discuss-discharge-ebola-patients-100148319.html

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Elephant Artists

Posted on August 21, 2014 by annetbell

I am declaring my blog “Time-Out Thursday” because I just feel like a break from all the horrible stories in the world. I know, I know, there are people everywhere who can’t do that, but I thought a smile would … Continue reading →

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Fibromyalgia Documentary Sneak Peek – Living in agony, my story

Posted on August 20, 2014 by annetbell

Read to understand this horrible disease of continuous pain.

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Is America the Greatest Country in the World? from The Newsroom on HBO

Posted on August 20, 2014 by annetbell

  I am so sorry that the video is  not available on my post.  You can see if it go to YouTube.com and type in Is America the Greatest Country in the World? or the Newsroom. You will see a … Continue reading →

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Soldiers in the Streets

Posted on August 19, 2014 by annetbell

This week has been hard to watch unfold on TV, much harder for people in Ferguson, Missouri , and horrible for the Brown family who had their son  executed on the streets of their hometown. I am including a video … Continue reading →

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