Jayzen Aldridge

                    Valentine’s Day is a globally celebrated occasion dedicated to love, appreciation, and kindness . People express their affection through heartfelt gestures such as giving chocolates, flowers, and greeting cards to their loved ones. Couples often spend time together, while families and friends also use this day to show their love and care for each other. Schools, workplaces, and even social media are filled with expressions of love and appreciation during this time.                 Love is not just about romantic relationships, it is also about cherishing friendships, valuing family bonds, and practicing self-love . Simple acts of kindness, like writing a note, helping a friend, or even sharing a smile, can make someone’s day brighter. Valentine’s Day serves as a beautiful reminder that love can be shown in different ways and that even th...

                    The Kannawidan Festival is a special event that highlights the rich culture and traditions of the Ilocano people . Celebrate yearly in Ilocos Sur , this festival showcases traditional dances, songs, food, and local products. People from different places come together to witness and experience the beauty of Ilocano heritage.                  This festival is important because it helps preserve and promote Ilocano traditions . It reminds us of our ancestors' way of life and the values they passed down through generations. Through cultural performances, trade fairs, and exhibits, the festival brings pride to the Ilocano community and encourages younger generations to appreciate their roots.                     The Kannawidan Festival is not just about entertainment, it is a celebration of identi...

            Farming is more than just growing crops, it is the foundation of Sta. Catalina. As part of our research, we first examined how agriculture supports local business owners, generates employment, and provides food for families. We visited the fields, talked to farmers and business owners, and even cooked some of the local cuisine.              Walking through the big green fields of Sta . Ca talina, we witnessed directly why Santa Catalina is known as the "Vegetable Bowl of the North." The well-kept fields including rice, corn, onions, and other vegetables demonstrated their commitment as farmers. We are even more grateful for their contributions to the community when we witness their tireless efforts.           Before our interviews, we spent some time preparing to prepare lumpianada with Sta . Ca talina's fresh harvest. This experience connected us to ou...

               This quarter, I learned the use of HTML frames, unordered and ordered lists, and nested lists. We also learned how to style a web page using CSS. The community-based research entitled "Doon PO Sa Amin, Maraming Aanihin at Masaganang Lupain! Sta. Catalina's Agriculture: The Source of Community's Pride and Livelihood" really made me appreciate the life struggles of farmers and entrepreneurs in Sta. Catalina, Ilocos Sur; through interviews and analysis, we noted the strengths and challenges of the agriculture sector, as well as suggested solutions to these issues.                However, despite these successes, I faced difficulties such as that of understanding the complex HTML structures as well as CSS styling techniques. Initially, applying CSS to make the webpage visually appealing was not easy. I had to be very patient and make extra effort when doing community-based research, espe...

                Have you ever wondered why Filipinos join in the celebration of Chinese New Year despite it being a Chinese tradition? The Philippines has a deep connection with Chinese culture, dating back centuries. Many Filipinos have Chinese ancestry, and Chinese influence is seen in food, business, and even traditions. Because of this, Chinese New Year has become a widely celebrated event in the country.          During the Chinese New Year on Philippines,  the  traditions  include  dragon and lion dances, giving ang ampao  or  red envelopes with money inside of the envelopes or ampao, and  cooking  dishes  that   would  bring luck  like  tikoy ,   a  sticky rice cake ,  and round fruits. Many  think  that celebrating the Lunar New Year  would   attract  prosperity and happiness...