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Musee de Montmartre

Posted on July 19, 2017 by annetbell

Is this not a picture perfect site for the Musee de Montmartre, sited at the crest of the hill and surrounded by gardens that were designed from the master garden painter Renoir? The gardens are terraced down the hill and … Continue reading →

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Cafes, Cafes Everywhere!

Posted on July 18, 2017 by annetbell

A cafe at the beginning of a block. . . A cafe at the end of the block. . . .   And one that  meets  in the middle!   This one was quite near our apartment. We always ate … Continue reading →

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Notes on Baby Driver… . . . . A Film

Posted on July 16, 2017 by annetbell

David’s turn to choose the film this week  Lots of layers  here.  There is the obvious bank robber story  which is pretty predictable.  Many exciting car chases  that even I liked. The characters have some redeeming qualities in spite of the … Continue reading →

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Montmarte in the City of Lights

Posted on July 15, 2017 by annetbell

Our trip began in Paris as a four day celebration of our 50th wedding anniversary.  Montmarte  was my  request thinking of galleries, cafes and meandering among the artist and musicians.  Yes it is at the top of a rather large … Continue reading →

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Celebration of a Hero’s Too Short Life

Posted on July 14, 2017 by annetbell

July 4, 2017 is an Independence Day we will never forget.  That is why I chose it.  All eleven of the the family were in Cambridge UK at the American Cemetery  to celebrate the life of my oldest brother George, … Continue reading →

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The Human Condition

Posted on June 16, 2017 by annetbell

Part of the traffic scene throughout India , are women covered in vibrant  saris , with long white gloves, mouths covered along with their  faces covered leaving  their eyes uncovered except  some covered with  sun glasses. As we traveled by … Continue reading →

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Beauty Is in the Eye of the Beholder. . . .

Posted on June 13, 2017 by annetbell

She Is Considered The Most Beautiful Woman In Her Country Click  on the above link to see the complete group chosen for this project. You may have heard of The Atlas of Beauty, a stunning artistic project and global undertaking … Continue reading →

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“Megan Leavey” a movie

Posted on June 11, 2017 by annetbell

Here are Meagan and Rex the stars of the the aforementioned film.  Meagan is a brave Marine and Rex her bomb sniffing dog. Rex is big, strong and an alpha dog who at first is too much for Meagan to … Continue reading →

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Fit Bit

Posted on June 6, 2017 by annetbell

The first time I was really aware of the Heart Association’s recommendation of  10,000 steps a day for a healthy heart was when a walking club was started at lunch.  Guess where I was, not walking but eating and visiting … Continue reading →

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The Intense Last Hours Before D-Day

Posted on June 4, 2017 by annetbell

CHURCHILL, the film Winston Churchill is quite recognizable with his cigar, jowls and hefty frame. He had a central role during World War II as the Prime Minister  of the United Kingdom . His eloquent and inspiring speeches to his … Continue reading →

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