My Childhood Experiences During the Japanese-American War in the Philippines

https://chateaudumer.blogspot.com/2023/10/my-childhood-experiences-during.html?fbclid=IwAR136ztffQFDrIZPKxpAYMFBjXnBcXMMStxxcTf44ZPSOJxKPCoLfGYaR00

A Post Card from Bora, Bora, French Polynesia

1 received the above post card from Alix and Brendan during their honeymoon in Bora Bora three weeks ago. Alix is one of my four grand daughters. She is my second grand daughter that is married.  Alix is the oldest daughter of my son, Dodie.  Thank you Alix and Brendan for the post card. I am honored to be remembered during one of the happiest event in your young life. 

https://chateaudumer.blogspot.com/2023/09/the-top-twenty-honeymoon-destinations.html

I wish more grand children remembers their grand parents, in spite of the busy schedule of daily living and practicing their profession.  I will treasure this post card as a symbol of our good relationship between grand father (LOLO) and grand daughter. More Power to Grand Children who remembers their Grand Parents.     

I also know also that you are one of my two grand daughters that showed interest in knowing more about your Filipino heritage. Here are two sites describing my ancestral roots both from father's side of the Family-the C(K)atague Clan and my mother's side of the Family the Balleza Clan.  

https://chateaudumer.blogspot.com/2021/07/my-kcatague-ancestry-on-my-fathers-side.html

https://chateaudumer.blogspot.com/2021/07/my-balleza-ancestry-on-my-mothers-side.html

And here's the site of the ancestry of your LOLA Macrine maternal side of the Family-The Nieva Clan  

https://chateaudumer.blogspot.com/2014/11/latest-update-on-ancestry-of-nievas.html

I exert no pressure. But I am looking forward to meet my future great grand children soon!

Love You, Alix and Brendan. May your marriage be filled with happiness and laughter now and forever. Visit me again here at THD soon. LOLO

Meanwhile here are two of my favorite quotes on marriage.

“Happy is the man who finds a true friend, and far happier is he who finds that true friend in his wife.” – Franz Schubert. “There is no more lovely, friendly, and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage.” – Martin Luther.

The Filipino-American History Month-The Filipino-American Story

My Patio-The Primary Reason why I Decided to Make THD my New Home on June 1, 2023

Today October 1, is the start of my 5th month residency here at THD. So far I am very happy here with my long patio ( secured with chicken wire) so that Batman & Robin can play without gallivanting outside the compound and nearby apartments.

My goal to play party bridge again has been achieved. Since 3 meals are included in my rent, I have not cooked a meal since June 1. I play Asian Mahjong, participate in exercises and other activities whenever I can. This is the new life I was aiming for during my aging years, after my downsizing activities 5 months ago.

In addition, the Month of October is also Filipino-American History Month. I am posting this blog ( very long) on the history of the Philippine-American connection for the last several decades for your reading pleasure and information. I apologize for its length but I feel it is necessary for all who you who had no idea of the more than 50 years of American influence in the Life of Filipinos and Filipino-Americans like me. I am very proud of my Filipino heritage. Enjoy and prepare for a long read!

Today October 1, is the start of my 5th month residency here at THD. So far I am very happy here with my long patio ( secured with chicken wire) so that Batman & Robin can play without gallivanting outside the compound and nearby apartments.

My goal to play party bridge again has been achieved. Since 3 meals are included in my rent, I have not cooked a meal since June 1. I play Asian Mahjong, participate in exercises and other activities whenever I can. This is the new life I was aiming for during my aging years, after my downsizing activities 5 months ago.

In addition, the Month of October is also Filipino-American History Month. I am posting this blog ( very long) on the history of the Philippine-American connection for the last several decades for your reading pleasure and information. I apologize for its length but I feel it is necessary for all who you who had no idea of the more than 50 years of American influence in the Life of Filipinos and Filipino-Americans like me. I am very proud of my Filipino heritage. Enjoy and prepare for a long read!

 https://filipinostudies.wordpress.com/historical-timeline/

Two Hours Excursions and Dimsum Lunch at the Black Hawk Museum Today

The Pink Buddha and I at the Black Hawk Museum, Danville, CA, September 30, 2023

https://chateaudumer.blogspot.com/2023/09/three-hours-excursion-and-dumpling.html

Time for Laughter- The Best Medicine

Photo Credit: NY Daily News

Today is the time to laugh. The following posting I received a few months ago and I am reposting it for your reading pleasure or displeasure.   

I have no intention of offending anybody. But jokes as posted below makes life here at THD less boring. Here is a joke about JESUS. Hopefully you will take it with a Grain of Salt. If you are offended with jokes about Jesus, please stop reading. Smile, You are in Candid Camera!

There were 3 good arguments that Jesus was Black: 1. He called everyone brother. 2. He liked Gospel. 3. He didn't get a fair trial.

 

But then there were 3 equally good arguments that Jesus was Jewish: 1. He went into His Father's business. 2. He lived at home until he was 33.  3. He was sure his Mother was a virgin, and his Mother was sure He was God. 

 

But then there were 3 equally good arguments that Jesus was Italian: 1. He talked with His hands. 2. He had wine with His meals. 3. He used olive oil. 

 

But then there were 3 equally good arguments that Jesus was a Californian: 1. He never cut His hair. 2. He walked around barefoot all the time. 3. He started a new religion. 

 

But then there were 3 equally good arguments that Jesus was an American Indian:1. He was at peace with nature. 2. He ate a lot of fish. 3. He talked about the Great Spirit.

 

But then there were 3 equally good arguments that Jesus was Irish: 1. He never got married. 2. He was always telling stories. 3. He loved green pastures. 

 

But the most compelling evidence of all - 3 proofs that Jesus was a Woman: 1. He fed a crowd at a moment's notice when there was virtually no food. 2. He kept trying to get a message across to a bunch of men who just didn't get it. 3. And even when He was dead, He had to get up because there was still work to do. ________________

Like it. How about a list that Jesus was a Filipino?

 

Can you write three proofs that Jesus could have been a Filipino ( not seriously, of course) . Here's mine

 

1. He ate with his hands. 2. He kiss his relatives on the cheek upon entering the room and 3. He was always late for most of the events he was suppose to attend.

 

Related Post: Read in the Internet: Jesus was Gay*

 

1. He surrounds himself with 12 men, he called his Disciples

2. He loves wearing flowing robes and linen garments and running naked 

3. He never married( remain celibate) and had no known girl friends    

 

* https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/belief/2012/apr/20/was-jesus-gay-probably

 

Lastly: Just read this in FB recently-from a female celebrity;

 

God ( Jesus) is certainly not a female after watching 2 whales mating! 

 

My Quote of the Day: If I try to be like him, who will be like me? Jewish Proverb 
 

Meanwhile here's a latest photo of my patio here at THD showing my bougainvillea is blooming.