Tag Archives: desert

70 Is the New 50 !

Posted on March 16, 2016 by annetbell

Do forgive my  self indulgence. It isn’t every day that 70 years of living is celebrated!  My family surprised me with a lovely Indian lunch on Saturday at one of my favorite restaurants , Keravili.  Here are the Alice, Henry, … Continue reading →

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Fort at Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, India. . . . . and Connections. . . .

Posted on February 18, 2015 by annetbell

  Jaisalmer Fort is one of the largest fortifications in the world. It is listed as a World Heritage Sites  and is located in the heart of the ancient city of Jailsalmer. It was built  nearly a thousand years ago … Continue reading →

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Peace. . . . on Mr. Rocket !

Posted on January 30, 2015 by annetbell

  Jennifer, Mr. Rocket,our camel, and I were just bumping through the desert. .   Jen was riding behind me and got this silly picture. . . what a fun ride it was . .  PEACE ! This Is Incredible … 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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Netflix “Marco Polo”

Posted on December 14, 2014 by annetbell

Netflix has an interesting way of releasing their made for TV serials. . . . all are released  at the same time which allows for binge watching!  Last night we watched 3 and this afternoon 2 more episodes. I love … 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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