Ela's Thoughts

  We are already in the stage where almost everything revolves around the internet. It is quite alarming that varying information and photos can be used or given out like a piece of candy. Before posting anything, one must think of the various outcomes that may or may not happen should he post it. In addition, social media is widely being used as a method to express/rant about problems. One might just post what he is feeling without thinking of the consequences because his emotions were at its peak and will just lead to a bigger problem. Plus, not everything will be solved via internet. Your single click will affect everything but mostly you, yourself if not handed well. Be wise in making certain decisions and actions not only in the web, but also in life. Before you click, you must think. A reminder to all of us navigating the web.

It brought fear. It brought a lot of negativity. Despite the gloomy mood it brings, there arose a light in the darkness opening windows of opportunities.  This pandemic lingering around us truly brings fear as it puts people's lives at risk. Due to it numbers of establishments had to close down and cut down the number of employees as the economy declined. It started off to a gloomy start but it helped each and every one realize things during the quarantine.  The sudden end of the previous school year last March was a shocking news. I felt quite saddened after hearing it. As time flew by though, I realized that now that I have a lot of time to kill, why not start practicing skills that I have never done before. Do things that wanted to do long ago but lacked time.  During the quarantine period, I learned about myself more. I discovered about the things that I am passionate about and my weaknesses that I would want to improve. It was really about self-discovery during those...

For fourth and last time.  Throughout the whole school year,  I have learnt a lot of new things self discovery was made. Minimal to no hurdles were faced for the last time. I overcame those by trusting and believing in myself and asking others for help, suggestions, and opinions. It was nice to do some stuff using Photoshop once again and it was great that I still remember some about it since we've learnt about it in eighth grade. My last year of junior high school. It was a great school year.  Reference: https://hsielpaso.harmonytx.org/5th-grade-awards-completion-ceremony/

Fast forward. Finding a stable job. Earning for dream house and dream car. As a junior high school completer, I should already be envisioning myself as my profession for the future years. The earlier descriptions are the things that I might be doing after college graduation. After how many years of studying and reviewing, me doing what I like will be the fruit of it all. Being successful in life is my dream, together with my family since they are my inspiration.  I'd rather be focused more on my work. Other things have their own time like having relationships. Analyzing the components of substances are much more fun in my opinion. Chemistry is my favorite branch of Science after all.  It's still a bit confusing as to what profession I would really like to do in the future. The important thing for me it's that I can achieve all of my dreams and cherish every moment together with my family and friends. Even if I'll be at the peak, I'll still remember...

Foundation. Every relationship and organizations started from something small yet sturdy. Nearing the end of every school year, Ilocos Sur National High School celebrates High School Day. This celebration emphasizes on the year the institution was founded. When referring to the school's history, it was just a single building until it moved location and the campus expanded having more buildings and classrooms. The highlight of this is the presentation of each year level with boys and girls separated that have various themes and dance genres to show. But before the presentation, all sections of every grade level will have to parade around Vigan City (but not entirely) and go back to campus. Another thing is that Mr. and Ms. ISNHS will be having the coronation and others who are part of the Royal Court.  Always look back to the days where it all started. References: http://jaylordalasaas.blogspot.com/2019/03/117th-foundation-day-celebration.html https:...

Culture and heritage. Kannawidan is an Ilocano term which means feast of heritage and culture. This year marks the 202nd foundation of the province that separated from Ilocos Norte by a Royal Decree on February 2,1818. Kannawidan is an annual celebration of the province of Ilocos Sur. This festival of Ilocanos aims to restore the habit they have and showcase their inheritance from preceding generations. Kannawidan is derived from the Ilocano term "tawid" meaning inheritance. Just like in the previously held Vigan City Fiesta, there is also a food and trade fair located at Tamag grounds and the products are more diverse since it features different goods coming from the 22 towns of Ilocos Sur. There are also rides that people will enjoy. Additionally, Kannawidan is much more let's say extravagant in a way since artists come to the province and Ilocano fans have a chance to meet them up close. Highlights of this festival are the Saniata ti Ilocos Sur, Sania...

"Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself." -Leo Tolstoy The world has already changed and still, it continues to change. A lot of people wish to change the world yet they don't think of changing themselves first. Issues and concerns are increasing in number. People would comment about helping in fixing the world bu their words are empty. They keep on saying things as I may quote, "Change is needed", "The world needs change". If we look behind those words, is it that they are trying to transform it even if they haven't changed themselves first? Change should start within. Before, I was also a part of the group who always goes on and on about change being a must. But now, I realized that, that thinking I had was immature for requesting the having of change without changing yourself is quite ironic if you ask me. My mindset now is more on focusing on myself first then making a ripple. Metamo...

Fun, promotion, and art. Celebrating the day a new city came into place. At the start of the year there is already a celebration that is happening which is Vigan City Longganisa Festival. In this week-long celebration, it is not just about promoting the One Town One Product (OTOP) of the city but it is also about commending the day Vigan became a city. So basically, it is a two in one celebration. During this occasion, all schools train hard for how many days to compete in one of the festival's highlights which is the Street Dancing Competition and Showdown. On the day of the festival, classes are suspended. Additional highlight is the Education Day. For the fun part, there is a carnival and food fairs seated just at the west side of the city proper with so many rides to try. Parades also happen almost everyday when January 25th is nearing. January 25 is the exact date of the City's Fiesta which is the feast of the conversion of St. Paul the Apostle which is the patr...

A person making his New Year's Resolution Resolutions are not just for every new year that comes. Instead, it is for a lifetime. It is not new to ask each other about one's New Year's Resolutions whenever we are nearing the end of a year. We make lists of whatever we want to change among ourselves yet we fail to complete or do it for the rest of our lives. It is like we just did it for the sake of the new year. When I was young, I always had a bizarre list of my New Year's resolution ideas but it always ends up  at the rubbish bin. My mindset then was that I should complete it by the end of the year only to find out I cannot do it for the rest of the year so how much more if I'll do it for  the rest of my life. Now that I have grown, my thinking has matured. I don't even make a list of resolutions anymore. I just want to change myself for the better and achieve things that are long-term. Things that can change my life for the rest of it, not j...