Category Archives: USA

“With Impunity”

Posted on September 5, 2014 by annetbell

im·pu·ni·ty imˈpyo͞onitē/ noun exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action. “the impunity enjoyed by military officers implicated in civilian killings immunity, indemnity, exemption (from punishment), freedom from liability,nonliability, license Yesterday, former Governor of Virginia, Bob … Continue reading →

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Staunton’s “Other Park”

Posted on September 4, 2014 by annetbell

There are two parks in the small city of Staunton, Virginia.   During the time of segregation, whites were able to use Gypsy Hill Park at will, but the black residents of the city were only allowed to visit the … Continue reading →

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Staunton, Virginia

Posted on September 3, 2014 by annetbell

Here in a  small town in the  historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, the only home I knew as I grew from baby to my late teens, is my high school.    This past weekend, my graduating class returned  to Staunton … Continue reading →

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Dinosaur 13, 2014 Documentary ( T-Rex Named Sue)

Posted on September 2, 2014 by annetbell

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZywsT8Sy-c When Paleontologist Peter Larson and his team from the Black Hills Institute made the world’s greatest dinosaur discovery in 1990, they knew it was the find of a lifetime: the largest, most complete Tyrannosaurus Rex ever found. But during a … Continue reading →

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The Reunion

Posted on August 27, 2014 by annetbell

  I have always heard that it is impossible to  “go home.”  Obviously, this is a metaphor for the years and wisdom and growth each of us  has lived,  making it impossible to return to the beginning.  But  on reunion … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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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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