Tag Archives: Afghanistan

Brian Mast Lost His Legs, But Successfully Ran for a Seat in Congress

Posted on November 18, 2016 by annetbell

Brian Mast is a double amputee who has successfully run for a seat for Congress from  Florida to continue his dedication and work for the United States. He ran successfully last week either on President Elect Trump’s coat tails or … Continue reading →

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Young Men. . . . .

Posted on October 2, 2015 by annetbell

More tragic news about a school shooting in Oregon State yesterday. The shooter  was described as a loner, living with his mother, uncomfortable with people, and seen  wearying the same army clothes  day in and day out.  He shall remain … Continue reading →

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The Haveli in Jaisalmer

Posted on January 29, 2015 by annetbell

This is a picture from atop the fort in Jaisalmer, the Golden City of Rajasthan. Namaste! Today, Jaisalmer is a remote outpost in the desert and actually the last city in India before the desert and then the border  with … Continue reading →

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‘Kandahar’ Life in Afghanistan Under the Taliban, a Film

Posted on April 3, 2014 by annetbell

  This was the film I saw last Sunday.  A film by an Iranian director, Mohsen Makhmalbaf, who tells the story of life under the Taliban in the neighboring country of Afghanistan. It is based on the true story of … Continue reading →

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“Hard Places”, the Life and Service of Dr. Tom Little in Afghanistan

Posted on January 22, 2014 by annetbell

Dr. Tom had served as an optometrist in Afghanistan since 1977. He and his family stayed during the Russian invasion and during the war with America. Dr. Tom felt that these were his people and they had no other care … Continue reading →

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Lone Survivor, A Movie

Posted on January 18, 2014 by annetbell

The long awaited film about Operation Red Wing, a covert mission by Seal Team 10 in 2007   has been the #1 film in the country for several weeks.  We saw it yesterday. The ending is no surprise as it … Continue reading →

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