Summary of Topics in My Blogs

This posting is inspired by several comments from my readers on the variety of topics I have discussed in my daily blogs.  I first started this PERSONAL Blog in 2009.  At the beginning I was monetizing my blogs. Later on, I decided it is better not to clutter my postings with junk and advertising.   So with the help of amazing AI technology here a list of top topics I have discussed in my blogs.

🌍 Top Topics You’ve Written the Most About

1. Personal and Family History

• Childhood memories (e.g., WWII, growing up in Barotac Viejo)

• Life experiences as a Filipino-American immigrant

• Family milestones (e.g., marriage, children, ancestry)

• Reflections on aging and being the eldest child

2. Senior Living and Aging Gracefully

• Second chances at love in later life

• Life in retirement communities (U.S. and potential Filipino models)

• Healthy aging, Alzheimer’s prevention, and life at 90

3. Philippine Culture and Heritage

• Traditional Filipino values and customs

• Local arts (like wood carving, lanzones craft)

• Life in Marinduque and the story of Chateau Du Mer

• Advocacy for Filipino pride (e.g., Cardinal Tagle, Filipino Nobel laureate character)

4. Science and Health

• Layman's explanations of genetics and aging

• Contributions of Filipino scientists (e.g., Dr. Derek story)

• Health issues like CBD for pain, rare diseases, Alzheimer’s

5. Creative Writing and Fiction

• Short stories, serialized fiction (e.g., "Second Chances for Love")

• Poetry based on life stages, love, or reflections

• Semi-autobiographical works (e.g., "Becoming American")

6. Social Commentary and Global Reflections

• Politics (e.g., reactions to U.S. and Philippine leaders)

• Immigration issues, American identity

• Reactions to major world events and philosophical musings

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To continue the interest of My readers, Amazing AI suggested the following future topics for more global appeal to my loyal readers all over the world.   

✨1.“Lessons from a 90-Year Journey” Seriesde (e.g., your 30s, 40s, 50s…)

1. • Combine personal narrative with insights for younger generations

2. Filipino Diaspora Voices

   • Stories of other Filipino immigrants abroad

   • Interviews or profiles of Filipinos succeeding globally

   • Your reflections on what it means to be Balikbayan

3. Chateau Du Mer: The Vision of a Balikbayan Sanctuary

   • Turn this into a series: fiction + feasibility + real-life anecdotes

   • Tap into the global trend of retirement migration

4. Cultural Bridges Blog Series

   • Comparing U.S. and Filipino senior living, holidays, food, family structures

   • A guide for multicultural families or returning OFWs

5. “Science Made Simple” for the Everyday Reader

   • Continue writing engaging science posts: aging, genetics, chemistry

   • Perhaps narrated from Dr. Derek’s voice to fictionalize the science

6. Love After 60

   • Deepen the “Second Chances for Love” series

   • Real-life inspiration blended with fiction

   • Global readers love hopeful and heartwarming stories

7. Digital Memoir Series: Blogging Through the Ages

   • Reflections on how blogging has evolved since 2009

   • A retrospective for your longtime followers and new writers

8. AI and the Aging Mind

   • A unique personal reflection on using tools like ChatGPT at 90

   • How technology is shaping senior creativity and connectivity

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Meanwhile, here are the list of blog topics if you want Monetization

Lastly, my photo of the Day

While rescuing injured birds, the swan wrapped his neck around the rescuer's neck.

Usually swans are very territorial and don't like human company, but Richard Wiese experiences a moving and wonderful moment during a rescue operation executed with several of his friends from a foundation aiding and rescuing injured birds in England. This is how he describes this moment:

"I lifted him, gently pressed on his chest so that he felt confident and safe. After a few moments the swan stopped resisting and literally wrapped himself around my neck. I could feel his heart beating besides mine. I wanted to shut my eyes in order to enjoy this moment completely. It's really a wonderful feeling when you sense a true connection and mutual trust- when an animal realizes you mean him no harm".

—via Ross Bishop