If this will be

We all are rooting for change. Cliche might it sound but we always encounter the word "change" everywhere we go and whatever we do. Things are getting out of hand lately and I must admit, continually, I, myself should be a part of change. We should make a difference. In a lake of fishes and crocodiles, be the lilies. On a garden of roses, be the daisy and as life continues to take heed of what's coming next, be the one who knows before hand what to do.
Popular clothes, jewelries, new set of shoes, make-ups and such are trends; but I must say, none of these exceeds the value of difference. If following these for popularity would made you think that you're part of it, then you're missing the essence of change and difference. Personally, I am aware of what I can do and my capabilities as a person but sometimes, fear and 'what ids' are clouding my mind; eventually questioning myself if I can really be a part of change.
Change starts within us. How can a man be a man if he continues to be the worst version of himself? How can someone say that he can decipher what is right from wrong if he can't start it within himself? Simply, change is within us. We cannot be the best version of ourselves if we continue to stick to the one who's chaining us to move. It is not easy as we all think it could be, but it will be worth it.
The trends that are keeping us in track is not the basis of difference. You can be someone's encouragement, you can be someone's reason to change. This, it will be worth it, these things are meant to happen. Change starts within us. Be the rose among the thorns and be the butterfly among the flowers.

Reference:
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Fiesta ala Ilokana!

On the blazing day of the year and on the roaring streets of Vigan City, lies a hundred fold histories and stories to tell.
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. Before his conversion, St. Paul was known as Saul, a zealous persecutor of Christians. After he was touched by a personal encounter with Jesus Christ on his way to Damascus, his name was changed to Paul and he endured a lot of hardships and danger to spread the word of God to far places. 
Yearly, it is every Bigueno's tradition to feast and celebrate our City's fiesta. It is expected that a lot of activities will occur during this span of time such as Carnivals, shopping spree and a lot of products produced by the different places within the scale of Ilocos Sur.
It is quite amazing how our place still values our culture and our untold history. The presence of each Ilokano people had come to unite and to witness every inch of the program and to show that they support their activity. 
It has come to a conclusion that indeed, every one of us MUST carve into our hearts that our place has a momentous and unique way of spending our fiesta, it is deeply rooted in our mind and heart that once a Bigueno, always a Bigueno! 


Reference:
https://philippines-tourism.org/ilocos-sur/vigan-city/filipinos-festive-smile/
https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Viva-Vigan-Binatbatan-Festival-of-the-Arts-2012

Growing Bean Pods

As time passes by, and as the moon changes its phase, it only means one thing---hope. Everyday, we fail and yet we conquer. Continually, we discover new things about us because as humans, we continue to grow and be the best version of ourselves. It wasn't easy being on the stage where you feel unsafe; you are doubting yourself and above all, you are questioning your purpose here in this world.
Another year came and it taught us a lot of lessons, pains and blessings. We were tested by countless downfalls and debris, charged with the hundred volts of hatred and sufferings and yet, we stood as strong and continued with the flow of the cascading river on the cold breeze of sunlight. I, personally had been on my toughest days and on my rays of happiness. Believe me, both of them wasn't as easy as I expected but it turned out to be the worst nightmare I had experienced. At first, I was happy but eventually, throughout my journey alone in my own Neverland, I have discovered a lot of pirates along my journey on the sea. It was a rough-sailing fairy tale and I'm glad I reached this far. 2019 had been a roller coaster ride for me and it wasn't easy as counting one two three nor reciting the alphabet. Believe me, I had encountered tons of daydreams and cliches; but I stood out of those who tried to bring me down.

On this new year, it's time to cut off those who are not worthy of my forgiveness. I would gladly erase those who are against with my own self growth and in my path where God is leading me. I will now let go all of those heartaches and baggage 2019 had delivered me and I will now Let God take the wheel. I am expecting greater things to come, with no anxiety attacks, no more selfishness but instead, to mold myself, to cherish every moment and to build and reconstruct what I really am with my individuality alone.
On the heart wilting bean pods, I'm lost between them for I will be a daisy on the green meadow. 2020 will be God's year and not mine.


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