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Elephant Race at Guruvayoor Temple

Posted on March 14, 2014 by annetbell

Yesterday, I saw this elephant race on the news. . . .yes in the United States. Everyone  loves these giant animals!  This video was filmed a couple of years ago as this year’s race hasn’t been posted yet.  I really … Continue reading →

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Lunch at the Canteen of Cept University

Posted on March 13, 2014 by annetbell

Namaste. . . . . . Isn’t this a wonderful meeting place to rest in the shade, visit with friends, meet new people or eat a meal? One day, I met some boys from Afghanistan who were not studying architecture … Continue reading →

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Decorah Eagles Live from Their Nest

Posted on March 12, 2014 by annetbell

http://www.ustream.tv/decoraheagles I was so excited when I remembered this site.  It is the #1 most viewed live video of all times!  A live streaming webcam is trained on bald eagles in their nest in Decorah Iowa at the Raptor Resource … Continue reading →

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Music Monday ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’

Posted on March 10, 2014 by annetbell

This reunion of Simon and Garfunkel  was the musical event of my lifetime.  I had been a fan from the beginning of their  folk-rock career in the transitional time  of the 60s. The lyrics told stories of universal experiences that … Continue reading →

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Jantar Mantar Jaipur

Posted on March 7, 2014 by annetbell

Posted  first on March 14, 2013by annetbell These handsome guards asked if we wanted pictures with them, so of course we did. Then they asked for money!   Jaipur is definitely more of a tourist town.  They got us!  We were ready … Continue reading →

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From the Top of the World One World Trade Center

Posted on March 6, 2014 by annetbell

” After twelve years of anticipation, the tallest skyscraper in the western hemisphere is ready for a  close-up.  There is a story and incredible 360 degree photographs in the current issue of Time Magazine.  How 10,000 workers (not one died … Continue reading →

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Seven Awards in One Amazing Bundle

Posted on March 5, 2014 by annetbell

This award comes in seven, an amazing bundle! My friend Mark at  markbialczak.com  has nominated my blog for this amazing award. He is one of the interesting, multifaceted people I am now friends with on WordPress.  You will want to visit … Continue reading →

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Can a Simple Toilet Change the Life of India’s Poorest People?

Posted on March 4, 2014 by annetbell

This video is also from Rajasthan, but the city of Alwar. One of the challenges often  used to criticize India and rightly so , is the lack of sanitation.  This 20 minute video is about the untouchable caste of 1/5 … Continue reading →

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Domus Aurea Nero’s Golden Palace

Posted on March 1, 2014 by annetbell

What comes to mind when Emperor Nero is mentioned?  Of course, fiddling while Rome burns. Well there was  huge fire in 64 AD during his reign, but I  don’t think it has been proven that  he set the great fire. … Continue reading →

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President Obama Announces My Brother’s Keeper Initiative

Posted on February 28, 2014 by annetbell

Mentoring, encouragement and guidance are integral to our success. You can’t go to the store and buy them, someone has to give these gifts and care enough to do so. Mr. Obama personally knows the importance of a father figure … Continue reading →

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