Category Archives: USA

Earth, Wind & Fire . . .. . . . We Remember

Posted on February 8, 2016 by annetbell

Maurice White, the founder of Earth, Wind & Fire, one of the most successful bands of the 20 century, died last week.  The popularity of their sound was the fusion of so many genres in their music.  There was R&B, … Continue reading →

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SHS 4th grade 1996

Posted on February 6, 2016 by annetbell

This was one of my favorite years and classes at Sacred Heart School.  One of the highlights was the trip to New York City and the wonder of it all for these guys. I will never forget  as we approached … Continue reading →

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Honoring the 103rd Birthday of Rosa Parks

Posted on February 5, 2016 by annetbell

GRTC Transit System ‏@GRTCTransit 18h18 hours agoRichmond, VA We are proud to honor #RosaParks today, her birthday. http://www.ridegrtc.com/news-initiatives/press-releases/grtc-celebrates-black-history-month-rosa-parks-and-local-history-makers-hon … Today, Dallas Area Rapid Transit is honoring Rosa Parks by reserving the front seat of more than 500 DART buses. DA Rosa … Continue reading →

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Strangers become New Friends, if only for a moment. . . . .

Posted on February 2, 2016 by annetbell

One Saturday in January 2013, we went to see the legendary Sun Temple in Modhera that dates from 1026 AD.  There were groups of school children of all ages on a field trip on a Saturday! All through our time … Continue reading →

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“Finest Hours”. . . . . A Film

Posted on February 1, 2016 by annetbell

Disney’s new film opened last weekend. The subject is the true story of the most dramatic and successful  rescue the American Coast Guard  has ever made.  The story is set in Chatham, Massachusetts and the conflict of the wild, fierce … Continue reading →

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Meet the Patels

Posted on January 30, 2016 by annetbell

What fun this film was last night. We had finished the 10th and final episode of the first season of “Occupied” and David wanted to see some science fiction.  I found “Meet the Patels” on Netflix.  I had heard Ravi … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peak. . . . . .

Posted on January 29, 2016 by annetbell

“A local coffee company has beaten ridiculous odds and been chosen as the winner of a Super Bowl Ad contest. Only 1 of 15,000 entries could win and this Round Lake company did it with Death Wish Coffee. Bravo!!!! This … Continue reading →

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Music Monday “Riders on the Storm” The Doors

Posted on January 25, 2016 by annetbell

I thought of “Riders of the Storm” this stormy  weekend.  Jim Morrison seemed appropriate. . . . . . Jim Morrison , singer, songwriter, lead singer of The Doors,  poet “storm rider” Ruined his body with alcohol and drugs  living … Continue reading →

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Snow Smiles

Posted on January 24, 2016 by annetbell

My husband  asked if I was posting puppies and kitties in the snow !  Such is his disdain for social media and blogging!   No I am not. . . . here are some other animals having fun in the … Continue reading →

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Just Justice

Posted on January 21, 2016 by annetbell

New York Times The Opinion Pages | OP-ED COLUMNIST America the Unfair? Nicholas Kristof JAN. 21, 2016 Photo Demonstrators calling for an end to gun violence and the resignation of Mayor Rahm Emanuel in Chicago. CreditScott Olson/Getty Images Donald Trump … Continue reading →

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