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Groove in G /Playing for Change Music Monday

Posted on October 20, 2014 by annetbell

Playing for Change was begun by Mark Johnson to “inspire, connect and bring peace” through music.  It is  dedicated to building music and art schools for children around the world and creating hope and inspiration for the future. Here is … Continue reading →

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A Lesson on Dealing with Politicians

Posted on October 18, 2014 by annetbell

Where has our dream gone of a country governed for and by the people? Why  has our vision disappeared?  It is just accepted  now that we can’t do anything to change Washington or the politicians. There is an election in … Continue reading →

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Fun Friday. . . Giant’s Causeway and the Rope Bridge

Posted on October 17, 2014 by annetbell

    The Giant’s Causeway is considered by many as the 8th natural wonder of the world! It lies on the north eastern  tip of Ireland on the Irish Sea.  And it is the most popular tourist attraction in Northern … Continue reading →

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Londonderry. . . . . Derry Ireland

Posted on October 15, 2014 by annetbell

Derry or Londonderry  was to be a night stopover on our way to the Giant’s Causeway when we were in  Ireland in the summer of  2010.  What a surprise to have it worm its way into our hearts.  David plans … Continue reading →

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Columbus Day or Bartolome Day?

Posted on October 13, 2014 by annetbell

This is dedicated to my Onondaga family and the pride I have in their many  contributions including  peace, Lacrosse, and gentle leadership in  both the  Iroquois Nation, and their second home nation, the United States of America.   (To read … Continue reading →

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Music Monday Jason Mraz “I Won’t Give Up”

Posted on October 13, 2014 by annetbell

Mraz is an American singer, songwriter who began his career in Coffee Houses in the San Diego area of southern California. His style  is heavily  influenced by Brazilian music. Mraz explained the track, in a “track-by-track” commentary for Billboard: “‘I … Continue reading →

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Where Has Our Humanity Gone?

Posted on October 11, 2014 by annetbell

  Actually, this is not a  new situation,  In ancient texts there is a story of the “Good Samaritan. ” He was an outcast in society who was  totally shunned by the leaders of the time. As he was travelling, … Continue reading →

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29 Year Old Victim of Brain Cancer Plans Her Time of Death

Posted on October 9, 2014 by annetbell

  This is a heartbreaking video.  I am sure we all can  feel sympathy for this young woman, predicted  to die by the medical community way too soon, due to the huge malignant  tumor in her brain. She has decided … Continue reading →

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An Angel Unaware. . . . .

Posted on October 3, 2014 by annetbell

This story will touch the hardest of hearts!   Thanks , Katie! “He’s like an angel. When he was younger, he would pass by our store everyday. He couldn’t speak back then. He couldn’t even say his name, but he … Continue reading →

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Throwback Thursday: Manek Chowk Market

Posted on October 2, 2014 by annetbell

Ahmedabad’s Manek Chowk :Market by Day, Crowded Eatery at Night. . Posted on May 20, 2013by annetbell   This is one of my favorite spots in Ahmedabad.  The four minute video is worth the time, trust me!  Manek Chowk is the … Continue reading →

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