My Dream My Future

Do you pay attention in how fast time goes by? From the age of 5 we spend our time busy with school, and then we grow up to find a job and build up a family. Before we realize, time has passed by and all the dreams we had for our future have not yet come true. The reason is because our dreams are just dreams and haven’t yet become goals. The only way to achieve our goals is to know what we want to plan how to get it. Life is a dream, realize it.

In my future I want to do so many things. One of the things I want to do is become a Civil Engineer so I can help build a better Houses and Structures. To become an Engineer, I will have to study more than ever. Graduate from University of Northern Philippines is one of my short-time goals I want to achieve. After that I want to get a well-paid job as an Engineer, doing all kind of projects to improve the infrastructure of different cities. I also want to create an organization for the poor and homeless people in my country; I believe that we should all have the same privilege like have a place to live in and receive an education. I wish for a happy and healthy life, who doesn’t? But this is something I can only wish for. On the other hand I can work hard to make my dreams come true.

CHANGE STARTS WITH ME :D

They say that I am just a kid. That I can't change anything. They say the world is a cruel and

Heartless place and it is.

In today's world people are more concerned with their text messages then their neighbours. People

Are more worried about Jersey Shore than the bullying at local schools. But the real problem is

Not their ignorance, it is their indifference. They play the "life is unfair card," and move on. But

Not me.

To change the world, it starts with a single person. That single person has to have the moral and

emotional strength to stand up for what they believe in. One single act of bravery in the face of

certain defeat can inspire a lasting change on the world. Mr. Rodolfo Raquel didn't move from her seat,

Dr. Giovanni Velasco shared his dream with the world, and GOD rewrote history. By overcoming

the odds, and never giving up, these legendary people not only inspire millions, they serve as a

blueprint on how to change the world.

A SHOW CASE OF CULTURE AND TRADITION

Kannawidan is a festivity which the City of Vigan celebrates every year. In this festival, the Ilocano people showcase cultural shows, native products and the talents of the Ilocanos. 

Kannawidan Ylocos Festival became an annual festival that aims to create awareness on the preservation of the province' rich cultural heritage, practices and traditions, and a showcase of the different agriculture and industry products of the province.There is a need to preserve our rich heritage and unique culture. With this in mind, the provincial government of Ilocos Sur has conceived a festival that highlights these culture and traditions and attract local and foreign tourists as well. Dubbed the Kannawidan Ylocos Festival, it is also a commemoration of the anniversary of Ilocos Sur as a province.

This festival is very significant to every resident in the province as they are celebrating the foundation of Ilocos Sur as a province by virtue of the Royal Decree signed on February 2, 1818.

Ilocos Sur especially Vigan is branded as the Heart of Ilocandia by the Philippine Historical Committee. It’s a province very rich in culture and heritage. Kannawidan means traditions and this province got to showcase all what she has. On January 31 to February 6, 2011 several activities were lined up for the celebration.

There was the 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 longanisa, bagnet, garlic, bibingka, tinubong and many other foods including handicrafts. There was even eating contests of these delicacies of Ilocos Sur as well as basi drinking contest. Traditional games were played and bingo as well. There were Sarsuela and Komedya Ilocana which were shown. Choir competition was also held. Come and Experience Kannawidan Ylocos festival 2014! Be part of our beautiful festivities as we showcase our Ilocano Culture and Customs. Let's make it Sure, Ilocos Sur! It is more fun in Ilocos Sur!

NEW YEAR! NEW ME!

            My resolution for 2014. New Years is a time when many people around the world make promises. However, many of the promises made by people are rarely completed. I plan to keep my New Year’s resolutions through the year. I plan to recycle and improve my grade. I sure hope I can make this 2011 resolution last. My first New Year’s resolution is to recycle. Recently I realized I have not been recycling enough. I really need to recycle more to protect the ozone layer. I did a little research and I came across some valuable information. If I do not recycle there are consequences. I learned plastic does not rot away. It stays there for centuries and centuries. I researched that plastic that has sat in landfills for a period of time can turn into a sort of chemical waste. The poison ruins the soil and the soil is polluted. When I do not recycle I am doing damage to the environment. My second resolution is to do better in my academics. Last semester I achieved good grades in all my classes accept for Filipino. I plan on achieving honour roll when I graduated and hope that my name will be listed on the dean list every semester. Honour roll is when you receive all subjects with High Grades. I really want to make honour roll and my parents will provide the necessary help to doing so.

The Cold Spirit Of Christmas

             Cold breeze of air is already felt. Excitement of faces for the most special day to come. You can see houses that are beautifully decorated with Christmas lights and lanterns that illuminate the streets, different styles of Belen and most of all, children that wandered door to door singing joyous Christmas songs with their sweet and melodious voices. Of course adults and teenagers also.
             People here, people there, people everywhere. You can see them buying their goods in the supermarkets. Buying gifts and beautiful dresses that they will wear in the time of the Christmas. Indeed, December is the busiest month because people are rushing and kept rushing to buy what they need for the Christmas. Everyone is preparing, gathering their savings just to make this occasion a very special day. Because it is the day that Jesus Christ is born.

            Christmas is all about love. It is best enjoyed when your family is with you. It is not all about forgiving and sharing but need some love. Just imagine it is easy to forgive and shared when filled with love. And is the best time for all. You can open up with your family, forgetting bad memories and every feeling will be filled with love.

           Every day is Christmas, just relax, enjoy and fill the atmosphere with love. Have a prosperous and merry Christmas to you all! 

The Change of Climate

           Climate change is common to hear, because it has been occurring already in past centuries or decades up to now. It is very popular to hear because we, people considered it as a threat because of the undesirable effect in our daily living.

           This change is cause by our dreadful activities. We do not know what is best and what is worst for ours. Indeed, it's already too late. It has been causing several effects like frequent wildfires, longer periods of drought in some regions and an increase in the number, duration and intensity of tropical storms. Scientists have high confidence that global temperatures will continue to rise for decades to come, largely due to greenhouse gasses produced by human activities.

           What will already be the result if these changes will continue to the future? We must act and do something for us to live well. The answers are in our hands. 

DON'T MIND THEM

              We are born in different ways, in the way we are. We had different physical features, traits, different goals, ambitions, principles. Different religions and cultures that we follow. Dialects that we speak and do different habit and the way of living.
               But this is not the basis for us to say that we are not equal. We are unique in the way we are, just ourselves. Each of us must be respected and treated in the right way, attain the right to be loved, right to achieve principles and goals in life
               People this days are very judgmental, abusive and rude in the way they treat other people. Some do it just for fun and laughter. Thus, some personalities are hectic in achieving their rights and opportunities. But we can fight for these judgments.
               Each of us must know our rights and opportunities so that we can cope in our life. So that we can fight for our dignity, so that we can enact our principles in our lives and fight those people who are very comparable in the way we live. We need to stand this discrimination because we have the rights.
               We are all born equal in God's image. No matter how rich you are, no matter how great you are, no matter how your live goes the way you like not like the others. We will all die in the same place in the ground. So, let us live in no discriminations and judgments. Forget that racism. Be free!

UNITED WE STAND

              In the earth we are living, there are different countries and continents that are divided. Each of these places has their own native cultures, traditions, religions and dialects. But, we cannot communicate them efficiently because we cannot understand them. Thus, in order for us to have unity with other countries we need the universal language: English.

             English Language has been used long ago and of course continued using nowadays. It is used all over the world so we called it the "universal language". But some countries find it as their most language in their dialects. And we, Filipinos are the native user of this language. They said we are listed in among countries that can speak clear and understanding English. Many Filipinos have also using this as their jobs because it has been used as medium of teaching in here.


             The English language is like a bridge that connects us in all corners of the world and keeps us one even how the world contradicts with some issues. So, let us continue using English language and achieve the unity and oneness in this fascinating world.