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Music Monday James Taylor “You’ve Got a Friend”

Posted on September 22, 2014 by annetbell

Ah James Taylor, one of my favorite singers from long ago who is still performing.  He came on the music scene in 1966 and was a good transition from folk to rock.  His lyrics hit the mark and the melodious … Continue reading →

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Most Famous Exotic Marigold of India

Posted on September 21, 2014 by annetbell

The Most Exotic Marigold. . . . . . Posted originally  on May 23, 2013by annetbell Giant flat bowls of marigolds greet you at the entrance to the House of MG, Ahmedabad’s Urban Heritage Hotel, found in the chaotic heart of … Continue reading →

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Shaun Gibson

Posted on September 16, 2014 by annetbell

Scotland Shaun Gibson  In six months, Shaun has changed the world.  His internet presence changed from a discussion of living with pain and Fibromyalgia  to news.  Not just any news, but often alternative news that was unexpected and generally unknown. … Continue reading →

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Lunch Flash Dance in Mumbai

Posted on September 14, 2014 by annetbell

Indian people are born with dancing in their souls, or so it seems to me. Most people around the world, who go to films, know about the dance scenes in Bollywood films.  We saw a gangster  film while in India … Continue reading →

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Elephant at Play

Posted on September 9, 2014 by annetbell

I am such a sucker for elephant videos.  This one is only three minutes and I guarantee a smile! The elephants in India appeared to be well cared for because they were their handlers source of  income. They were bathed … Continue reading →

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Music Monday Steely Dan “My Old School”

Posted on September 8, 2014 by annetbell

This selection has a twofold dedication. . . . . for good old Robert E. Lee High School and my classmates who reconnected last weekend.  And because Steely Day was in concert at Saratoga Performing Arts Center and was the … Continue reading →

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The Heart of the Reunion

Posted on September 7, 2014 by annetbell

So much has changed in our lives, the country , and in our world since graduation. . . . . love, death, pain, loss, weight gain, gray hair, health challenges, computers, blogs, email ,  disappointments . . . . to … Continue reading →

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Pow Wow

Posted on September 6, 2014 by annetbell

This local Pow Wow has become a family tradition.  This year, my Onondaga daughter was with us.  Some of the Iroquois from Syracuse  were there selling  traditional crafts and corn soup and fry bread.   The drumming filled the air, … 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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Ahmedabad Heritage Video

Posted on August 26, 2014 by annetbell

  This is the newest in the videos about Ahmedabad where we were and will be located in India. When Mr. Modi was the Chief Minster of this state, he had a series of videos produced showing  tourist sites in … Continue reading →

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