Tag Archives: family

‘Nebraska” the Movie

Posted on March 18, 2014 by annetbell

I had really wanted to see this film. . . . a black and white road trip, but professor suggested that we watch it at home on Netflix. He was thinking it was not going to be his cup of … Continue reading →

Posted in film, Uncategorized, USA | Tagged 'Nebraska', Alexander Payne Director, Best Film Nomination 2013, blogging, Bruce Dern, family, film, Film 2013, journey, story | 12 Comments

Indian Mothers-in-law

Posted on January 25, 2014 by annetbell

Recent article from The Economist Indian mothers-in-law Curse of the mummyji Dec 21st 2013 | DELHI | TIHAR jail in Delhi has a special wing just for her. Young women fear and revere her; their husbands seem crushed by her embrace. On … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged blogging, daughter-in-law, family, Inida, Mother-in-law, The Economist, traditional | 22 Comments

WordPress Family Award

Posted on January 5, 2014 by annetbell

My dear Dimple at shivaaydelights.wordpress.com nominated me for this WordPress Award about a month ago. Family is very important to me so this is heart warming. Family has people with many interests which is gratifying as Dimple is a master … Continue reading →

Posted in awards, Uncategorized | Tagged blogging, family, inspiration, WordPress Family Award, writing | 12 Comments

Zero to Hero Day #2

Posted on January 4, 2014 by annetbell

I can play the helpless southern lady to perfection after years of practice. But in fairness to myself, I am pretty sure I just assume I can’t do certain things . . . . . especially technological tasks. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged blogging, clear ideas, Day 2, family, title, writing, zerotohero | 9 Comments

Welcome to India 2012 video 2

Posted on December 15, 2013 by annetbell

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0ZQvSiYtBE This is the second of three great videos on India and the Indian spirit , hard work, and adaptation to life challenges. This an Indian businesswoman who has 12 children and a thriving business. It is worth the time … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Uncategorized | Tagged family, hard work, India, Indian entrepreneurs, travel, videos | 7 Comments

For All Who Love India or Are Just Curious

Posted on December 11, 2013 by annetbell

From my friend at : greetingsfromindia.wordpress.com http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpdoRUMeshw Learning how to survive on an increasingly crowded planet is probably our ultimate challenge. But there is one place, home to over a sixth of the world’s population, which is already making a … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Uncategorized | Tagged BBC documentary, courage, dreams, entrepreneurs, family, India, Kolkata, travel, will to live | 8 Comments

Family That Rides Together. . . . . .

Posted on December 4, 2013 by annetbell

This is a picture of the way it is . . . . roads in a country with 1.3 billion people travelling together. In fact, this looks like an intersection we passed often on the way to and from Alpha … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged Ahmedabad, Alpha One Mall, blogging, family, Inida, motor bikes, motor scooters, photography, roads, traffic, travel | 17 Comments

Diwali or Deepavali

Posted on November 3, 2013 by annetbell

Look at these glorious images with all the Indian colors. In a few hours, my Indian friends will begin their celebration ! Happy Diwali! Celebration of Light with candles twinkling in the winter night! Welcome to the biggest Indian … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Uncategorized | Tagged Cebration of Lights, celebration, colors, Diwali, family, good over evil, Hinduism, joy, New Year, photography, travel | 46 Comments

Dhanteras

Posted on October 31, 2013 by annetbell

November 1 will be the celebration of Dhanteras which is the Hindu Celebration of Wealth. The goddess Laxmi ,whom we met at the medieval gates of Ahmedabah, is honored with sweets. It is a traditional day of well-being for businesses … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Uncategorized | Tagged 1st Day of Diwali, Celebration of Wealth, dance, Dhanteras, family, Hinduism, India, jewelry, Laxmi, photography, singing, travel, wealth | 31 Comments

Gift of Trees

Posted on October 29, 2013 by annetbell

As the thin, bare arms stretch and the tiny fingers reach for the heavens, the stately trees take their winter posture. They are beautiful in their own right after the colorful autumn leaves falling to the ground. Did you know … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, USA | Tagged family, Importance of trees, photographing, protection, replenish, United States, work of trees | 13 Comments