Here are my five recommendations for Blog Day 2005. As much as these bloggers and blogs are different from me and mine, there’s still a common bond that keeps me going back. Hope these blogs will enlighten you as much as they’ve enlightened me.

  • Creek Running North by Chris Clarke

    Differences: Male, older, non-Asian, unconventional background, environmentalist, animal lover

    Why I keep going back: Chris writes in a very friendly and engaging way about diverse topics. He always makes me feel welcome by responding to my comments and I always learn something when I read his posts.

  • Virtual Doug by Doug and Mystery Guest Blogger (his wife)

    Differences: Older, non-Asian, their kids are grown, both served in the Vietnam War, born and bred in the US of A

    Why I keep going back: Doug and his wife are currently teaching English in Hue, Vietnam in their retirement. They view both American and Vietnamese cultures in positive ways, yet are able to see things for what they are. I can tell in every post that they are kind and fun; just the people to share a nice afternoon cup of coffee.

  • So what can I do? by Karama Neal

    Differences: Non-Asian, soon to be newlywed, strong ties to African-American culture, from the South

    Why I keep going back: I first became aware of this public service blog through . Since then, I’ve been impressed with Karama’s zeal for improving the world and the concrete suggestions she gives on her blog. I especially like her post, Spread the love, about how to share some of the $25,000 that’s spent on weddings in the U.S. on average: donating leftover food, choosing environmentally-responsible rings, donating the flowers to a nursing home, etc.

  • finding my way by

    Differences: Younger by more than a decade (gasp!), single, student, Singaporean living in the U.S.

    Why I keep going back: is an avid reader who is sensible and strong. I’m not sure if I was as contemplative at her age but it gives me hope to know that she’s part of the generation that follows mine.

  • The Philippine Culture Blog by Gloria Gamat

    Differences: Single mother, Filipina, born and bred in the Philippines

    Why I keep going back: The Philippine Culture Blog is a new blog on the About Weblogs Network which isn’t even “live” yet (but you can still visit). I’ve known many Filipino people and have often wondered about their strong cultural heritage that seems strangely similar to Chinese culture yet remains alien to me. Gloria answers some of my questions by sharing everyday events and delving into the history of Filipino culture.

What are some of your favorite blogs?
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