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                       photo source:  https://hallow.com/lent/           People often don’t look forward to Lent. Childhood memories of giving up candy or sitting through weekly Stations of the Cross come immediately to mind. Words like “sacrifice,” “discipline,” and “self-denial” are often used in ways that suggest that Lent is something to be endured rather than a time of grace and spiritual growth.           In my family, they encourage me and my cousins to vow to a specific task during lent. They want me and my cousins to use this season as an opportunity to make others happy and to show love to everyone we can. Last year, my vow for the first twenty days of lent, was to try to face the hard obstacles in life and cheer everyone who is feeling down. Making others happy, can help spread happiness and gratefulness and impact others’ lives more than you think. My cousins ha...

  Ilocanos ,  Ilokanos , or  Iloko  people celebrates onne of the famous festivals in Ilocos Sur: Kannawidan.  A festival in the Province of Ilocos Sur commemorating the separation of the two Ilocos provinces in 1818 .    It celebrates Ilocos Sur’s abundant culture and traditions, and its separation from Ilocos Norte. I'm really not a fan of festivals but I love this festival even though i am not an Ilocano, why? Because for me, Kannawidan is the best festival here in Ilocos. A showcase of indigenous performances, religious rituals, as well cooking demos featuring the best of Ilocano dishes. But because of the pandemic, limited people to enter and limited activities and shows to do and watch but that is for everyone's safety.  I think all people not only the Ilocanos but other ethnicity too should experience Kannawidan festival. To try the foods or buy local products, to watch for a smile. I'm sure everyone will love and enjoy it!