Another Milestone in My Blogging Activities.

A Milestone of Gratitude: One Million Views and Counting

Today, I reached another milestone in my blogging journey—four of my blogs have now surpassed one million page views. When I started writing years ago, I never imagined that my thoughts, reflections, and life experiences would reach readers from 150 countries around the world.

To my loyal readers, both vocal and silent, I offer my heartfelt thanks. Your continued visits, comments, and quiet presence have been my inspiration to keep writing each day.

A majority of my readers are from the United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the Philippines. Here in the U.S., I have learned—through written and oral comments—that many of my readers are Filipino-Americans. Your support reminds me of our shared heritage and resilience, even across oceans and time zones.

Among my silent yet loyal readers is Mr. Paulo G. Pontemayor of Washington, D.C. Although Paulo has not left comments on my blogs, I know of his readership through my daughter, Ditas, who once served as the Associate Director of the U.S. Bureau of the Census. Paulo’s quiet presence—and the presence of many like him—encourages me to keep sharing stories that connect us through memory, culture, and the common threads of human experience.

On a personal note, life has its own way of balancing challenges and blessings. My daughter Ditas, who was a Presidential Appointee under the Biden Administration, lost her federal position when the new administration took office last January. At first, this seemed like a setback—but as it turns out, it was a blessing in disguise. Ditas is moving back here to California, closer to me. Her return to the West Coast is something I deeply welcome, especially at this stage in my life.

As many of you know, I continue to live with Stage 4 Kidney Disease, yet each morning I wake up with gratitude—for another sunrise, another opportunity to write, and to stay connected with readers like you from all over the world. Writing has given me both purpose and joy, reminding me that even as our bodies may grow frail, our words and stories can continue to reach far and inspire others.

To all my readers—whether you are in Manila or San Francisco, Singapore or D.C.—thank you for walking this path with me. Your time, your curiosity, and your kindness have turned what began as a personal pastime into a global conversation.

Here’s to more stories shared, more lives touched, and more milestones to celebrate—together. With gratitude, David

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Research Notes

• Total Blog Views: 4 blogs exceeding 1 million page views each

• Global Reach: Readership from 150 countries

• Top Audiences: United States, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the Philippines

• Primary U.S. Readers: Filipino-Americans based on comments and correspondence

• Silent Loyal Reader: Paulo G. Pontemayor, Washington, D.C.

• Observation: Sustained readership growth reflects long-term engagement from both local and overseas Filipino communities, particularly professionals and retirees interested in personal reflections, culture, and health-related topics.

  Meanwhile, Did You Know that......

  Alien Genes Found Hidden in Millions of Humans
  In a discovery that sounds like science fiction but has roots in real genetic research, scientists have found that fragments of ancient “alien-like” DNA may exist within millions of people around the world These mysterious genetic codes, known as extraterrestrial sequences, do not match any known human or terrestrial origin, sparking intense debate among researchers about how they got here
  Some scientists believe these unusual genes may be remnants of ancient viruses or even biological material that arrived on Earth through meteorites billions of years ago This theory, known as panspermia, suggests that life’s building blocks might have originated from space and later merged with early human DNA
  Even more fascinating is that some of these genetic fragments appear to influence brain function, intuition, and sensory perception This has led some experts to speculate that individuals carrying specific variants might possess enhanced mental abilities such as heightened empathy, rapid learning, or even forms of telepathic sensitivity Although these claims are still being studied, they point to how little we truly understand about our own genetic history
  Traditional genetics once assumed that all human DNA evolved solely on Earth But this discovery challenges that view, hinting that our ancestry could be far more cosmic than we imagined If proven, it would mean that humanity is not just a product of Earth, but of the universe itself
  Whether or not these “alien genes” truly grant special abilities, this finding reignites one of science’s most exciting questions—are we the only intelligent life in the cosmos, or are we already carrying traces of it within us

Lastly, 

Most people think Vitamin D is just another nutrient you get from sunlight or supplements — but here’s the truth: your body treats it like a powerful steroid hormone.

Once sunlight hits your skin, your body starts making Vitamin D from cholesterol. After it’s processed by your liver and kidneys, it becomes calcitriol, an active hormone that controls over 1,000 genes affecting your immunity, inflammation, bone strength, muscle growth, and even your mood.

Personal Note:

AI won't replace you, but a person using AI will.

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