1972: Annus Horribilis, Annus Mirabilis

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When you're young, 50 years can be ancient and unthinkable; a golden milestone celebrated only by the very old.

For those who have been privileged to live beyond 50 years and are able to think back on how their lives have unfolded during those five decades, the feels are often a mix of wonder and regret, of remembered joys and sadness.

This week, we look back to 1972:

Fifty years ago, a group of young activists was driving across the Golden Gate Bridge when they heard a heart-stopping news report.

Fifty years ago, an ambitious young man began his immigrant journey.

And within that span of time, a father who was also an English lit teacher/political activist/poet/martial arts practitioner gave his daughters a life to lovingly remember.

If you haven't reached your golden year yet, these are historical accounts (and perhaps, cautionary tales) worth knowing.

For a dash of icing, here's an intro to a perfect book to give to the children in your life. And a look-see of a mural in Philadelphia that honors our heritage.

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This Week’s Stories

Secrets In The Shower by Amihan Ferrer

Fifty Years, An American Adventure by Myles A. Garcia

Crossing The Golden Gate Bridge To Organize U.S. Opposition To Marcos by Rodel Rodis

Lola’s Girl by Claire Mercado-Obias

A Philly-Pino Weekend by Phil Delrosario

Read Again 

My Close Call On 9/11 by Maj. Gen. Antonio M. Taguba (Ret.)

Martial Law Stories: The “Torture” Of Playing For Miss Universe 1974 by Ceres Jacinto

[Cook It Again] The Happy Home Cook: Adobong Antigo by John L. Silva

[Video of the Week]: AJ and Alyssa Rafael Disney Wedding Thank You Song

[Last Day Online] Ramona Diaz’s “Imelda” (2003)

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