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Going Organic in Sikkim, India . . . . Results Are In

Posted on July 15, 2018 by annetbell

a Sikkim is a small North Eastern state which borders Tibet, China and Bhutan. It is famous for its spectacular landscapes.  Now it is known  for this recognition on   World Environment Day. Another example of the indomitable and incredible Indian … Continue reading →

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Sgt. George B. Tullidge Honored

Posted on June 4, 2018 by annetbell

Iron Mike statue at La Fiere Bridge, Sainte- Mere- Eglise, Normandy. 2018 first memorial jump to honor American paratroopers come to liberate France. The jumps prior to D-Day were quite different and executed in the early morning hours of June … Continue reading →

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Ely Cathedral

Posted on June 3, 2018 by annetbell

Ely Cathedral  dates back to the year 672 AD and was one  of the  major sites for Medieval pilgrims. Pilgrims are still visiting  today to the tune of 250, 000 annually.  Granted many of these pilgrims visit to see the … Continue reading →

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The Peacock Tea Room in Ely

Posted on May 30, 2018 by annetbell

July 4, 2017 after our family visit to Cambridge American Cemetery and celebration of my brother’s information being complete and correct on his forever gravestone, we caught the train to Ely.  It was only a 20 minute ride.  Yes, a … Continue reading →

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The Raptor Resource Project

Posted on March 14, 2018 by annetbell

  My last year of teaching I discovered “eagle peeping” from a camera in Iowa. My third graders were fascinated watching every free minute at school and morning and night at home. How excited we all were  when the eggs … Continue reading →

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Heaven on Earth Adirondacks

Posted on February 2, 2018 by annetbell

  Spanning more than six million acres with over 100 welcoming communities, the Adirondack Region is home to the largest protected natural area in the lower 48. Like a patchwork quilt, the Adirondacks are made up of twelve distinct regional … Continue reading →

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HIROSHIMA by John Hersey

Posted on February 1, 2018 by annetbell

On August 6, 1945 , Hiroshima, Japan was destroyed by the first direct hit of an atomic bomb on a city.  Hersey tells what happened that day. “Told through the memories of survivors, this timeless, powerful and compassionate document, has … Continue reading →

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Wake Up, You Lazy Pig

Posted on January 29, 2018 by annetbell

It is time to play!   Watch and chuckle at this very persistent Husky persistently trying to awaken the pig from a deep sleep.  

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Music Monday “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran

Posted on January 28, 2018 by annetbell

  Ed Sheeran and his fiancee, Cherry Seaborn became engaged just before the New Year. Ed is an Englishman born and bred who writes and performs his own songs with the voice of an angel. He says  that Cherry inspired … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Showman, A Film

Posted on January 27, 2018 by annetbell

Who doesn’t love Hugh Jackman?  He plays the character of P T Barnum who once said, ” There is a sucker born every minute. ” That quirky side of Barnum is not really addressed in his making people happy by … Continue reading →

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