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Honoring My Hero

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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...

A Commemoration of a Declaration

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  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...

The Purest Love

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  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 ...