Barbara Falconer Newhall

Veteran journalist Barbara Falconer Newhall riffs on life as she knows it.

A Case of the Human Condition: Living the Good Life — In Minneapolis

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This was my view from the Marriott Hotel in Minneapolis at the Religion Newswriters Conference. I'm not usually a skyscraper fan, but I thought the way these buildings tossed the light back and forth between them was lovely.
This was my view from the Marriott Hotel in Minneapolis at the Religion Newswriters Conference in September. I’m not usually a skyscraper fan, but I thought the way these buildings tossed the light back and forth between them was lovely.

One of many lakes sprinkled throughout Minneapolis
Lake Nokomis: One of many lakes sprinkled throughout urban Minneapolis.
Trails for walking, running and cycling encircle a Minneapolis lake
Trails and sidewalks encircle Lake Nokomis.

The Hindus of Minneapolis have built an ambitious temple in a suburb northwest of the city.

Spicy Indian food is served at lunch time.

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Detail of the Hindu Temple of Minnesota. Photos 2009 B.F. Newhall