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Indian Muslims

Posted on January 12, 2016 by annetbell

Photo: Jama Masjid Ahmedabad Jay Thakkar Heritage Photo Jama Masjid means Friday Mosque and it the mosque where Muslims pray on Friday, their holy day.  There is a Jama Masjid in each city and is obviously large and special to … Continue reading →

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Music Monday Josh Groban Sings Trump’s Tweets!

Posted on January 11, 2016 by annetbell

I hope  this brings a smile to your face on this dreary January Monday!  

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Spotlight

Posted on January 10, 2016 by annetbell

Definition of Spotlight : A lamp projecting a narrow intense beam of light onto  a place or person especially a performer on stage. Spotlight is the perfect title for this historical drama about a group of journalist from the Boston … Continue reading →

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Making a Murderer. . . . Netflix

Posted on January 9, 2016 by annetbell

Steven Avery ‘s mug shots from Google public domain This is a very current conversation in the States. . . . the 10 episode  documentary produced by Netflix about the wrongly convicted Steven Avery.  This has been discussed on mainstream … Continue reading →

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Inside a Jahadi University

Posted on January 8, 2016 by annetbell

This video rings true to me for several reasons.  First is the intellectual capacity of the   terrorists. . . . doctors, engineers, and other STEM educated people.  I have no doubt that there are people capable of this work. … Continue reading →

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A Sad Farewell

Posted on January 7, 2016 by annetbell

A brave special lady!

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New York Times End of Life Series

Posted on January 7, 2016 by annetbell

photo from google public domain This is a powerful , insightful essay about a subject we all will face sooner or later. . . . end of life issues.  If you have time, I highly recommend that you read it. … Continue reading →

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Who Were the Black Irish?

Posted on January 6, 2016 by annetbell

 Who were the Black Irish? Back to Irish history The term ‘Black Irish’ is one that most people will have heard at some point, although it is more commonly used in the US, Britain and Australia than it is in … Continue reading →

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Star Wars, The Force Awakens

Posted on January 5, 2016 by annetbell

We took the half of the family who had not seen the new Star Wars movie to see it a day or two ago.  I was trying to have a good attitude and be enthusiastic  for family unity.  I was … Continue reading →

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Donald Trump Learned from His Brother’s Pain

Posted on January 4, 2016 by annetbell

  Most people would agree that our family life and birth order  affect  us either pro or con in our self-confidence, success in life, and choices in life.  The need for parental love and acceptance also is very important for … Continue reading →

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