Two More Books from My Blogs Published

💚💚Batman and Robin-My current two apartment mates- They kept me active and wakes me up at the same time in the morning

The Four D's ( Ditas, Dodie, David E (RIP) and Dinah) and Me at Ian's King Wedding November, 2021 

 I was so happy with the first book of photos and articles from my blog in 2023 that arrived a few months ago,

https://planningtovisitthephilippines.blogspot.com/2024/01/my-2023-blog-book-has-arrived.html

that I ordered two more books from www.mysocialbook.com. The first book is the highlights of photos and articles in my blog for the year 2021-2022 and the second book is from January 2023 to January 2024.  Here are some sample pages from the 2022 year book. My apology for not able to rotate the photos for better viewing.

Modeling My Batman  Sweat Shirt 

Empanada and other Pinoy Dishes

My Purple Okra Harvest- from My Backyard Garden, Fair Oaks, CA   

Bitter Melon (Ampalaya) also from My Garden. Fair Oaks, CA

Summary of Photos for 2022

Here's sample of photos and pages from the Year 2023-2024 

Playing Mahjong and my Dinugu-an ( Pork Blood Stew) and Fried Fish ( Pompano) Dinner 

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Macrine and I - our Photo Crystal -the Original Photo versus the Finished Photo

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The Katague Clan- All White Party during my 88th Birthday Party-Dungeness Crabs Served

Here's my favorite quote on Memoirs Writing:

“Memoirs are the backstairs of history.” “Inside each of us is a natural-born storyteller, waiting to be released.” “Memories too often die with their owner, and time too often surprises us by running out.” “After nourishment, shelter, and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.”

Meanwhile, Did You Know?

The Philippines, with its bustling cities and diverse islands, is the 12th most populous country globally. This means its population size even surpasses some of the world’s largest countries in terms of land area, like Japan and Russia! With over 113 million people packed into a land area that ranks just 73rd in size, the country is one of the densest, making its cities vibrant but often crowded. The islands’ mix of urban centers and rural areas results in a unique demographic blend, contributing to a rich tapestry of cultures and languages.

And while it may be surprising that such a geographically compact country has this many people, the Philippines’ youthful population—where nearly 40% are under 20 years old—adds a dynamic energy, making it one of the fastest-growing populations in Asia.

Lastly, here's my amaryllis 4th and 9th days after planting: