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  A day dedicated to the heroes of our lives. Growing up, I regarded my father as the hero of my life. Father’s day is celebrated around the world every year in order to recognize the contribution of a father to the growth and development of his children’s life. This father’s day, celebrated on the third Sunday of June, let us honor our brave and hardworking fathers who work tirelessly to educate their children and support their families. Father’s Day was founded by Sonora Smart Dodd on June 19, 1910, in Spokane, Washington YMCA, it was the birthday of Sonora Smart Dodd's father, American Civil War veteran William Jackson Smart. She had the idea then while listening to the mother’s day sermon turning into a holiday. Father’s day showcases the role of a father in the lives of his children and family and recognizes the efforts and contributions made to his family and society. It is celebrated by thanking our fathers in our own ways, just like by simply giving gifts, greeting t...

  During the Spanish-American War, Filipino rebels led by Emilio Aguinaldo proclaim the independence of the Philippines after 300 years of Spanish rule. Until this day we can never miss the important event in history in which we celebrate the victory the achievement of the independence of the Philippines against its occupiers. Independence Day is an annual national holiday in the Philippines observed on June 12, commemorating the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain in 1898.  Opposition to Spanish rule began among Filipino priests. they resented the Spaniards over the claim of the roman catholic churches on the islands. In the late 19th century, Filipino intellectuals and the middle class began calling for independence. In August 1896, Revolts began to erupt across Luzon, and in 1897 or March, Emilio Aguinaldo became the leader of the rebellion. April 1989, the Spanish-American war broke out over Spain’s brutal suppression of a rebellion in Cuba.  The fir...

  Mothers are indeed wonderful. They brought us into this world and love us unconditionally. That is why they deserve a day dedicated to them, which is mother’s day. A day celebrated by everyone across the world in different forms. However, one day is not enough to celebrate motherhood and we should make every day as special as Mother's Day to shower our love upon our mothers. Mother’s Day is a celebration where we honor our mothers in the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. It is commonly celebrated in the months of March or May and takes place in different parts of the world in different ways. There are some who celebrate it simply but meaningfully, people take their mothers for a day out and spend quality time and some make it creative and grand for their mothers. The sacrifice our mothers make for us cannot be measured nor can we pay for the priceless love of our mothers. That is why it is our duty to take care of ...

  The Philippines has many different festivals that are celebrated every year in different parts of the country. One of the well-known festivals in our province is the Binatbatan festival or Viva Vigan Festival of Arts in Vigan City locos Sur. In the midst of our gradual recovery from the pandemic, this year we will once again have the chance to gather and celebrate the Binatbatan festival after a year of not celebrating in public due to the pandemic. The Viva Vigan Festival of Arts is celebrated during the first week of the month of May. The Naturales of Vigan chose “Tres de Mayo” of 1883 in honor of Apo Lakay of the Simbaan a Bassit as an act of thanksgiving for having saved Vigan from a deadly epidemic in 1756. because of this, it became an important festival for the Bigueños as it focuses on the remembrance of Apo Lakay’s deliverance as well as promoting the local fabric, Abel Iloco. Binatbatan is held to commemorate the Abel Iloco hand-loom weaving industry. Wherein The...

Women play a big role in inspiring and changing the world for betterment, especially in difficult times. Their contributions to the development of our country and the large part they play in society can be clearly seen. Just like nurses, teachers, janitress, waitresses, and so on. Especially our mothers who brought us into this world and continue to love us. However, many women still experience discrimination and inequality on the basis of sex and gender across the world. Nevertheless, women and other people still promote women’s sense of self-worth, showing their ability to determine their own choices and speak for their right to influence social change for themselves and others. Such as Hidilyn Diaz a Filipina weightlifter and airwoman and the first Filipino to ever win an Olympic gold medal for the Philippines. She proved to everyone that there is nothing women cannot do and that women don’t have to let society dictate what’s right for them. Another empowered Filipina woman who co...

Coming into this quarter, I felt very excited and motivated. I started the quarter thinking positively and confidently. Although in each phase, some difficulties are inevitable as a result we learn more things causing an even more rewarding sentiment at the end of this quarter. For this quarter, I learned about Community-Based Research. I ascertained the different parts and terms of Community-Based Research and made a Community-Based Project. Because of this lesson, I learned more about my own place or hometown such as its cultures, livelihood, traditions, and tourist spots. In addition, I think doing a Community-Based Project is a great opportunity to promote my own town. Although, I also went through some difficulties, such as finding and gathering information about my town and enumerating the different categories in Community-Based Research showcased in our community. But eventually, I also solved these problems by researching the necessary information about our community. Movin...

 It is undeniable that this global pandemic has put breaks in our daily lives. Fortunately, with the help of various researchers and experts in the world, who have developed vaccines against covid-19 we are slowly recovering from the pandemic. Now that many adults have been vaccinated, it can be seen that it has also made a big difference in our recovery from the pandemic, the number of people getting infected with covid-19 and the number of recorded cases has decreased. Because of this, vaccinations have also been carried out on teenagers 12 to 17 years old, and recently vaccinations have also started on children 5 years old and above. It is a big help that there is already a vaccine for the youth because it is also for their safety. After vaccination, if the body is later exposed to those disease-causing germs, the body is immediately ready to destroy them, preventing illness. Through this, if more people are vaccinated, we will definitely be able to recover from the pandemic f...

 Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) also known as "Bataan Day" is a national observance in the Philippines which commemorates the bravery of Filipinos and American Soldiers when the Japanese occupied the Philippines during World War II. The day Bataan fell into Japanese hands was declared a national holiday in the Philippines wherein, the greatness of our Filipino soldiers is marked every April 9 where the events that occurred 80 years ago will remain engraved in the national memory. “Bataan has fallen. The Philippine-American troops on this war-ravaged and bloodstained peninsula have laid down their arms. With heads bloody but unbowed, they have yielded to the superior force and numbers of the enemy.” A radio broadcast message, written by Captain Salvador P. Lopez was announced by Third Lieutenant Normando Ildefonso Reyes. The announcement signaled the surrender of Philippine-Americans to the Japanese troops. With the surrender of about 70,000 Filipino and American soldiers...

Lent, in the Christian church, is a period of penitential preparation for Easter. In Filipino, we also call it kwaresma wherein Filipino people recall Christ’s death and resurrection. The Philippines is known to be a Christian country, and most of Filipinos are devout Catholics. There are also multiple traditions and practices in the Philippines during the Lenten season that is still existent and practiced even up to the present times. Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are obligatory days of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. Ash Wednesday is a day of repentance and marks the beginning of the penitential Lenten season. It is a solemn reminder of human mortality and the need for reconciliation with God by receiving an imposition of ashes on their foreheads on the first day of Lent. Moreover, another tradition that Catholics do is the practice of visiting 7 churches and reciting the station of the cross. It is commonly done on Maundy Thursday or Good Friday which is called Visita Igle...

The Kannawidan Ylocos Festival is a festival in the province of Ilocos Sur that is held every year to commemorate the separation of the two Ilocos provinces in 1818. The festival usually lasts from the last week of January and the first week of February. Through this festival, the province celebrates its abundant culture and traditions. This festival is also a way for the Ilocanos to thank God for the bountiful blessings and rich heritage of the province. During the festival, there are a lot of activities to do where you can enjoy and experience some of the Ilocano culture and traditions. There is usually a mass held at the St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral during the opening of the festival. A fireworks display also takes place in the municipality of Vigan every year to mark the start of the Kannawidan festival. Kannawidan is known to be Ilocos Sur’s biggest festival. It gathers a lot of local and foreign tourists to visit the province. There are different activities like concerts, di...

 The Philippines is known to celebrate the world’s longest Christmas season. Every place in the Philippines has its own different and unique ways of celebrating this special time even in the midst of pandemic. There are traditions predominant in each province and festivals celebrated in some places. Celebrating Christmas in the Philippines is truly wholesome, Filipinos make it extra special, with different colors and flavors! And as Ilocanos, we also have our traditions, festivals, and unique way to celebrate the Christmas season, particularly the Bigueños who celebrate the yuletide season with their rich and tangible cultural heritage. Vigan is one of the best destinations to visit for Christmas Celebrations in the Philippines. “Revisiting history this Christmas” Vigan is known to be a historic city, it is well known for its old houses, preserved old streets of Calle Crisologo, and cobblestone streets. You can also ride kalesa and tour some places of Vigan and there are also souve...

  Another quarter has come to an end. It feels that the 2 nd quarter has gone so fast, in spite of that, I acquired lots of knowledge and information through this quarter. After the hassles and stress for the last few months, now that I got through another quarter, I feel relieved and grateful. This quarter I learned about making html files. I learned about the basics of html, html links, html tags, and more. I also gained more knowledge in blogging and I enjoy blogging a lot. It feels nice to customize your webpage and have something to post on your blog every now and then. Although, there are also some problems I encountered for this quarter.  Making html files was new for me so it was a bit difficult and complicated at first but as I read and practice more about it, I got the hang of it and it eventually became easier for me to comprehend the lessons. There are also times that some parts of the html don’t work but through modules, it was easier to follow some steps and f...

Celebrating Festivals has become a part of the Filipino culture. There are many festivals celebrated in the Philippines yearly. Even local and national tourists visit some places in the Philippines to experience different Filipino festivals. However, when the pandemic started, the fiestas are no longer as grand and large as they used to be. One of the most celebrated festivals is the Vigan City Fiesta held every January 25, in honor of the feast of St.Paul the Apostle, the patron saint of Vigan City. Amidst the pandemic, the city government of Vigan is doing what they can do to continue to celebrate the Vigan City Festival while following the health protocols for the people’s safety. People around the country and the world, especially the Bigueños visit our hometown to celebrate the fiesta. The festival lasts for days and gathers a lot of tourists because of the different activities held like street dancing performances, carnivals, exhibits and many more. There are also food fairs, a...

 Ring out the old, ring in the new! It’s that time we all look forward to, the start of a new year! This year might have been tough for some of us. Things happened, changed, and some good things came into our lives, but the threat of Covid is still existent. Although, this year has ended with a lot of positivity and good vibes. Many of us overcame the challenges this year has given us and we all stayed strong from all the struggles. Every New is a present of new hopes, energy, and a beautiful future. Each new year offers an exciting opportunity for a fresh start and new beginnings anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. Let us celebrate all our experiences from 2021 and welcome the new year ahead. Every day is a fresh start, however after all the terrible things that happened in a year, welcoming a new one is a great beginning. Entering a new year makes us also think of new hopes, opportunities, friends, and new chances to b...