Jazryl Vien

                      Lent, which begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Easter Sunday, is a time of contemplation and preparation before the Easter celebrations. Christians emulate Jesus Christ's penance and 40-day retreat into the desert by observing the 40 days of Lent. Fasting, both from diet and merriment, distinguishes Loaned.                 Lent isn't what most people look forward to. Reminiscences of giving up candy or suffering week-by-week Stations of the Cross come to mind immediately.                 We're showcasing Lenten traditions and memories from people who have shared their stories with us. Their experiences vary from devout and traditional to imaginative and unusual, but they both focus on making Lent a meaningful season of prayer, fasting, and almsgivin...

  Slavery, racism, bigotry, homophobia, inequality, and the list goes on: women once lived in a very abusive, aggressive, and hypercritical culture. Boys and girls are socialized from birth to play certain roles and act in ways that society expects of them. Gender stereotypes have also excluded women, with girls not having the right to an education and women being seen as second-class citizens.               The month of March is designated as Women's Role in History Month by Presidential Proclamation No. 227 Series of 1988, and March 8 is designated as National Women's Day by Republic Act No. 6949 Series of 1990, with the aim of recognizing the achievements of Filipino women in our society.               Women's rights are described as the freedoms and chances that women have - the chances that they will be treated fairly and given the same legal rights a...

  This quarter feels so short compared to the first one. For 8 weeks, I learned a lot of things from each subjects. But to be honest, I’ve learned more from ICT compared to other subjects because ICT gives us a lot of tasks for each week but it’s not a bad thing since in each tasks, the instructions are as clear as crystal.                   I learned a lot this quarter but understanding lessons, especially from the major subjects was very hard for me because I find it harder when I’m the only one learning/self studying. This is why I prefer face to face classes because there’ll be a teacher in fron of you to teach and instruct you in every lessons.                   In order for me to   finish my modules, I ask my teachers for guidance or search the lesson on YouTube to understand the lesson.    ...

  February 14 has already passed and normally, it would be the day where people express their love by greeting them and giving them gifts and spending time with the people special to them but this year, it’s not like your ‘usual’ valentine’s day because of the ongoing pandemic.                   Long distance relationship or not, couples have celebrated valentine’s day different this year.   Because of this ongoing pandemic, people celebrated Valentine’s day virtually and most people received messages instead of chocolates, flowers, teddy bears and other gifts for valentine’s day.                   Celebrating Valentine’s day, especially this year shows how strong your bond is with the person you love. This pandemic may have been an obstacle for couples this February 14 but in the end, love will always win. Cita...

  Every year, Vigan celebrates Kannawidan and during this competition, the Ilocano people demonstrate cultural displays, native items and the skills of the Ilocanos as well. The Kannawidan Ilocos competition has become an annual associate competition aimed at raising awareness of the preservation of the province's rich cultural heritage, customs and traditions and a display of the various agricultural and agricultural practices.   One of the provinces that is rich when it comes to culture and tradition is Ilocos Sur. The food and cuisine of Ilocanos is also very delicious and special, pushing other Filipinos from different parts of the Philippines as well as tourists to come and experience the festival. The opportunity to display their own specialties from their own places is granted to the native people. This is through the Fair for Food and Trade. Similarly to skills, showdown results. The music and dances are carried out with this. And it typically takes place in Vigan ...

The Vigan City Fiesta is held every January 25. It is celebrated during the feast day of the conversion of St. Paul the Apostle. St. Paul is Vigan City’s patron saint. The fiesta commemorates the town's patron saint, St Paul the Apostle, with a parade, musical performances, beauty contests and cultural shows.                   Biguenos from all over the country and even abroad return to Vigan, as it is the custom of Filipinos to return to their hometown to join their family and friends in the celebration of their fiesta. But due to the ongoing pandemic, most of the people’s plans are cancelled and the fiesta changed as well because we have to follow the protocols.                   We don’t have a choice but to cooperate and adapt to the current changes since this is also for our safety. image retrieved at: https://www.go...

  I’ve been living in this world for 16 years and the year 2020 is by far the worst year I’ve encountered yet. This is due to the covid-19 quarantine, not able to go outside for months has changed me, my daily routine, etc. turning myself into a shut-in-like person. 2020 was the worst. It’s now 2021, “New Year. New Me” Hoping that I would actually become a more better and respectable person this year. But the things I hope to improve/change isn’t all about me, but also everyone around me(my family, friends, etc). I’m hoping that this year will become one of the best years in my life. And I’m wishing this virus will completely disappear and let us, humans go back to our usual lives.  Images retrieved from: http://www.pngall.com/wp-content/uploads/4/Calendar-2021-Transparent.png  https://www.google.com/search?q=new+year+new+me+&tbm=isch&ved=2ahUKEwjqgeqhga_uAhVXBd4KHdvXBAIQ2-cCegQIABAA&oq=new+year+new+me+&gs_lcp=CgNpbWcQAzIECCMQJzIECAAQQzIECAAQQzIECAAQQzIECA...