Kannawidan Ylocos Festival 2020

      Ilocos Sur is a beautiful province located in the northern part of Luzon. It is a province rich in culture that represents the ancient Spanish and Filipino heritage. To show and share their treasures to the whole world, the locals conceived a festival that highlights these cultural traditions and they called it the "Kannawidan Festival."

       It is a celebration that lasts from the last week of January  up to the first week of February. Included in the course of events is the commemoration of the foundation day of the province.

      A royal decree dated February 2, 1818 separated Ylokos. The northern part became Ilocos Norte while the southern part became Ilocos Sur which then included the northern part of La Union and all of what is now the province of Abra. In 1854, the province of La Union was created out of the towns that had heretofore belonged to Ilocos Sur and Pangasinan. Soon thereafter, Abra likewise became independent.

       There was a tribal performance of the cultural communities of Ilocos Sur, which is so fascinating. They displayed their talents as well as their indigenous costumes. Partuat ken Patanor Trade Fair showcased the products of the province such as longganisa, bagnet, garlic, bibingka, tinubong, and many other foods including handicrafts. Choir competition was also held.

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Time for Change

          "You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending."
                 - C.S. Lewis

    Blessed with intellect and a set of skills, we, the human race, have been placed on Earth for a purpose, and it is our duty in life to discover exactly what that purpose is. As stated in the Bible, "to whom much is given, much is expected." I believe giving back to society is quite simply, a responsibility.

   Change happens whether we like it or not and regardless of whether we do anything about it. Tomorrow will be different than today. We can resist, but that is a bit like standing in a river and trying to hold back the water-useless. We have a choice to watch change passively happening around us, or to participate and lead it.

    Most people who say they don't like change mean they don't like when it happens to them, but they don't mind if they are the ones initiating the change. We'd rather be the changer than the change.

    Changing begins with improving who we are on the inside. We each have a unique identity and our own distinct thoughts. These thoughts often propel us to act. So, by mindfully centering our thoughts in a positive direction, we can improve our actions and thus our character. 

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Fiesta of Vigan City

     Vigan City is a popular tourist destination because of its museums and architecture. Still, it is also known for its longganisa which is a local kind of salami. The dish is made in accordance with a century-old tradition and has a truly unique taste. Although, there were several tries to replicate the combination of spicy meat, sugarcane vinegar, and garlic, no one can compete with local chefs.

    This January, Vigan celebrates City Fiesta and Longganisa Festival is included in the festive program. It's normally celebrated around January 22nd to January 25th—the dates vary from year to year. During the festival, every tourist has a chance to try authentic longganisa from Vigan. Locals and tourists gather to experience and see the street dancing, carnivals, food fairs, and arts and crafts, adding to the attraction of this UNESCO World Heritage City.

     Participants from the different neighboring provinces in the northern region are also sent to compete in the various games and activities, particularly the street dancing competition. This participation by other municipalities makes the Vigan City Fiesta not only a local event participated in by Vigan’s officials, but a national event participated in by other local public heads and national officials.

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"New Chapter of my Life"

          "New beginnings are in order, and you are bound to feel some level of excitement as new chances come your way."

            -Auliq Ice  

       When the new year comes around, it seems like the perfect time for self-improvement. For many people,a new year feels a full of hope, and possibility. Even though I have always failed my New Year's resolutions, every year I promise myself that this time will be different. 

        My New Year's resolutions are learn something new, become a better version of myself, manage stress, get healthy, get happier, show more love to my family, be a better friend, get better in school, have a bigger faith to God, boost my confidence, and organize my things. 

        I can't promise to myself that I can do all of my New Year's resolution but I will do my best to prove that I will be better because every year is a new chance and beginning. 

        "Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending." 

       

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