Last?

As this last quarter passes by,  I’ve gained the knowledge and experience about the Microsoft Frontpage, network, and cables.  This includes the different parts and special functions of every tool in the MS Frontpage such as hyperlinks and themes. We’ve applied these concepts in our stations and tried to work with its unfamiliar layout.

 

Everytime I continue to work on my webpages, I’ve struggled mostly on its design as I aim to have a uniform and pleasing customized theme. Additionally, image placements were also challenging as it did not place properly.

 

I’ve addressed these challenges through asking Ma’am Charleen. She offered a great help when it comes to these technical stuff. Without her help, I would’ve not finished my output yet! In addition, I’ve explored on the Internet about image borders then applied it to my Team Profile and Media Gallery web pages upon modifying it on Code View. 

Moving on, I will continue to learn diligently. There is so much knowledge left to acquire even though this is our final quarter. Learning independently and collaboratively, it is directed to strengthening my digital path. Through MS Frontpage again, I’ll learn more of its parts as it also helps me to improve my HTML coding.

And, I’d miss this cold and warm computer laboratory room. 

Someday

At thirty-two years old, what does my future hold? This question has lingered in my mind, a profound curiosity about the person I’ll evolve into. It’s been an overwhelming thought for me since childhood, shaping me into an ambitious and determined individual. And yet, I’m still growing, still learning, still reaching for those stars.

 

        "I don't know why things happened

I don't know why things 

didn't go our way

But I don't want to stay stuck in the past

I don't know all the reasons

But I know someday, we'll look back

And see it all made sense"

Someday by The Ridleys

 

To my future self, 15 years from now: I hope you’ve stayed true to your dreams, to complete your studies and become the first doctor in the family—a hematologist . I hope you’ve acknowledged your efforts as you’ve worked tirelessly, overcome challenges, and achieved what once seemed impossible. It’ll make sense that someday we’ll cherish it altogether despite the storms. 

I hope you have made it. This is a big dream that does not aim solely on not excelling as a hematologist  but also to live a life filled with meaningful recoveries for others  and to keep on embracing mistakes as lessons. And I hope you’ve had the chance to travel the world with family, collecting magnets and souvenirs that bring joy and memories. That would truly make me so happy.

 

Image Reference:

 https://www.clearviewcancer.com/services/hematology/

 

Do you Juana be the Queencard?

 

        Why are we still living in a society that tolerates gender-based abuse and discrimination? Why are we still not learning? Why are you afraid to make a difference?

These are the questions that reflect on crumples our society. Double standards spark, norms that remain since the past, having unequal and limited opportunities, and this is the history that will be remembered.  

 

WE have the power just like a true queen for an inclusive society and oh to be in it.

 

To make a difference, awareness is truly the guiding light to change today’s struggles to great success.  And even if the truth is not that beautiful, money and fame won't prevail for such injustice. Given this infographic (below)  I made last year, it made me realize how alarming it is to see that Filipinas still experience this. To you, I’ll hope you'll see how this society has changed due to the changes we make just for ours. Some are selfish and prideful and some remain silent living still in the gloom.

 

 

            Hoping that society would just instantly improve won't cut it. Making that society would be it. Inclusivity in a diverse society similarly to a peck of cards, would you want to play with a queencard? And your heart would blazen as Juanas became unstoppable as queencards. 

 

Image Reference:

https://wearethecity.com/insights-from-the-pwc-women-in-work-index-2024-unmasking-gender-inequality/  

Intayon, Ilocos Sur!

Every year, from the last week of January to the first week of February, every Ilocanos celebrates the big event—the Kannawidan Festival. Through this festival, our province unites surely as One.

Street Dance Competition (2023)

As I pass by every booth, stalls, tarpaulins, and even giant LED screens, the sense of pride of being an Ilocano rushes in. I still vividly remember the vibrant festive spirit it brought before the pandemic. Each artisan displays their creative crafts, each chef cooks local delicacies, and each person captures colorful grand float parades and anticipates the Saniata coronation. Additionally, this festival becomes inclusive to all. Cherishing our home, this festival brought us all to connect to each other, and we preserve our great heritage and culture that we treasure. 

 

I would never skip this festival. Meyka met!

  

        As this festival takes place in one place,being there is acknowledging everything at one glance. And this celebration reflects our faith and fate to be one. Never disappointed what Kannawidan festival had brought us. 

 

Image Reference:

https://mis.ilocossur.gov.ph/2023/02/12/the-ilocos-sur-kannawidan-festival-2023-street-dance-competition/

 

https://mirror.pia.gov.ph/news/2023/02/20/ilocos-sur-guv-vows-support-to-lgbtq-community-in-kannawidan-festival

 

One-Two-Three, What A Time to be Free!

 

 

Rise and shine as the sun greets a magnificent Saturday for every ISNHSian. This day marks the culmination of our efforts and dedication, honed over countless days under the scorching sun. Today, we celebrate the 123rd High School Day of our beloved Ilocos Sur National High School.

 

 

            The festivities starts with a vibrant foot parade. Unlike the earlier sections that marched with energetic cheers, our footsteps resonated in unison, a march to our discipline and unity as Marconi. 

 

    After that long and exhausting parade, we’ve prepared ourselves. Comb and red lipsticks in our hand and clipped blonde bangs. Wherein every grade level (Grade 7 to Grade 11) will show their synchronized and creative performances with customized props in hand. Mesmerized by those recyclable and  customized props, their acts were a visual spectacle. Colorful props were raised  high, and the performances beautifully reflected a blend of local and global cultures.  

 

 

 

 

As we performed, I felt that thrilling rush. Let me tell you, I was having goosebumps! Everyone was happy and free to express themselves fully. In addition, I can't help but remember this meme  (referring to one of the songs we've performed). 

 

 

 

 

After that exhausting yet thrilling rush, Marconi students ate well because of our class president's treat for us! But before that, it was chaotic as we were confused by the results of grade level performances. Some jokingly say that “awan ganak manganen”, it was hilarious!

 

 

As we all ate and shared together, we shared more moments as one and only Marconi. With that, I'm grateful that I've spent this last dance and parade with them as a JHS student.

 

Image and Video Reference:

Dhanz Donato Frio

@yejisbowtie on TikTok

 

I’m an Outlaw for Your Love

 

I hated Valentine’s. It’s just a day to give plastic red roses and sometimes bitter chocolate. Eventually, this bitter skipper of Valentine’s becomes a sweet lover of Valentine's. The warm embrace, truthful letters, sweet treats, and witty gifts, these show the power of love with ways we think and do wholeheartedly. As love fills our hearts with genuine giving and sharing, that love becomes unstoppable. And this February, my Valentine's became a memorable experience. 

 

 

 

There are many variations on how the spirit of Valentines is ignited. Yet, this old story blooms defying gravity against these odds. Saint Valentine who secretly wed lovers and let hearts free, he was imprisoned for what love has gained. Locked in a prison and unlocked in a heartbeat. By his jailor’s daughter, love becomes a vibrant color. Before his execution, a letter he signed with a heartfelt signature. 

 

“From your Valentine,” 

 

My Valentine's was simple yet sweet. A day before this special day, I prepared a gift for my parents and friends. The sweetness of lollipop between butterfly wings and a song recommendation were written at the back. Until this day, I struggle to express my affection yet I try my best to let them know how much they’re loved. Not only during Valentines but everyday. Happy Valentines!

 

 

Source: https://www.history.com/topics/valentines-day/history-of-valentines-day-2

Chaotic n' Bold Researchers

Through random selection of team mates for the Community-Based Research, I’ve accomplished it with fulfillment despite the challenging takes. With Praise, Jerome, Queen, and Mark, we were able to achieve a good project together for ICT. Boldly taking the risks amidst the chaos, we made it possible to feature and write about Brgy. San Pedro, Vigan waste management. 

 

Let me share with you how we started as a team.

 

Day One, We Linked as One

  In the library last December, we’ve discussed and brainstormed which will be the specific area to be investigated for our CBR. We considered that the area to be chosen will be accessible and feasible to evaluate under the category of Environment and Disaster Preparedness. We concluded to investigate the waste management of Brgy. San Pedro of Vigan City. 

Online Space as Progress Space

On the following days and weeks, even during the holidays, we managed to accomplish our respective parts of the paper. Using Google Docs, we were able to work collaboratively.

 

 

On 12th of January, we proceeded to observe and acquire data regarding Brgy. San Pedro’s waste management. As time passed by under the heat, we had a great time. It wouldn’t be fun with chaos. On the journey, we watched a few minutes on Squid Game Season 2 while waiting for our member, had a “quiz” on how to determine the difference between cows and carabao, and also almost got lost on our way to one of the Material Recovery Facilities.

After finishing the paper, we started on making our web pages. It would be a true miracle if we didn’t struggle in the coding process. We struggled adding buttons, made multiple adjustments on the background picture, and even the layout. We aimed to have a simple and consistent layout for our web pages and I believe we made it possible.

After the long coding process, we presented it with our teacher and classmates. In this picture (below) was during the latter picture-taking. Due to our member’s schedule, we still took a picture with “him”’. 

In the end, I’ve learned many things from fellows and teachers. This is why I’m happy for the process and result of CBR making.