Cyril

      The Ilocos Sur Festival is more than just a celebration; rather it is the grand showcase of the soul of Ilocos. The Ilocano word "Intayon" serves as a spirited invitation for tourist and locals alike to witness the the rich culture of Ilocos Sur. The festival was officially started at the beginning of Febuary and from the start you could already feel the built up exitement for what is about to come.       Street dancing and parades create an exciting atmosphere for the festival. The performers display their artistic skills through their street performances which feature bright costumes and dynamic music. The festival exudes happiness through its performances which create an active atmosphere. The festival becomes extraordinary in my mind when I picture dancers and performers uniting for a celebration. The float parade showcases different towns through their display of decorated floats which demonstrate their traditional practices and local ...

 The upcoming graduation ceremony has become real for us now that we are entering the last quarter of the school year. The entire journey up to this point has created an unforgettable experience. My learning process from both classroom instruction and outside activities has revealed to me that studying ten subjects creates equal parts stress and satisfaction. The knowledge I acquired during this quarter has become essential for my future years becauseI received assistance with my course selection and career development. The support I received brought me great relief because it removed a major burden from my life. The majority of life experiences become difficult to navigate, which brought me various obstacles to handle during this time. The most difficult aspect for me involved discovering how to meet my journalism responsibilities while handling a demanding school schedule. The activities I enjoyed most, including drawing, received minimal time because I had to focus on other obli...

  The annual Vigan City festival creates a unique experience for me because the city transforms into an extraordinary state during this time. The streets started to come alive with people who waited to see what the day would bring from the first light of dawn. The streets filled with music that played from all directions, while the smell of local food created an atmosphere of joy that made everyone who walked by to smile. The whole community decided to take a break from their daily routines to join together for a communal celebration.      The parade was my favorite part because it showed local pride through its continuous display of local heritage. I observed how flag bearers executed their duties, which created a disciplined march that led to the SWAT team and ROTC cadets marching in their organized patterns. I recognized many people in the crowd who passed by because they included former teachers and old classmates and relatives and friends I had not seen for a l...