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From Inquiry to Insight: The Journey of Conducting Community-Based Research on Dulong Fishing

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     Our local research, "Beyond the Net: Understanding the Impact of Dulong Fish on Fishermen's Lives and Communities," ventured into Fuerte, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur's fishing industry. Because the livelihood in the region is dependent on fishing, our study probed how the Dulong fishing affects the economic stability, health, and lifestyle of the indigenous fishermen. It is important to learn about the challenges and potential of the business to help in safeguarding the community and heritage.      We discovered that Dulong fishing is the primary livelihood and subsistence for the majority of the families. The business is, however, exposed to several threats including environmental degradation, overfishing, and market limitations that would lower profitability. We also furthered our knowledge more through interviews and sending open-ended questionnaires to the fishermen, from whom we got direct information regarding their nightmares and dreams. We approached w...
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Challenges and Development: My Learning Experience in Third Quarter

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     Third quarter was my learning experience in terms of challenges, development, and self-progress. From acquiring the knowledge on Community-Based Research (CBR) to gaining knowledge on the creation of a webpage and HTML frames and lists, every lesson was a mix of challenges and triumphs. Frustration existed, but being able to conquer them made each success so much sweeter.      My very first class was Community-Based Research (CBR), and it completely opened my eyes to another form of research. It's not all about collecting facts and information—it's also bringing the community themselves in on finding out what they need help with and making it a reality. We went out and interviewed people in person to get information about primary issues, and having that knowledge that our research was potentially going to be used as actual solutions was an entirely rewarding experience.      Apart from this, we also created a webpage to display our CBR p...
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The Filipino Chinese New Year Celebration: A Unity and Prosperity Practice

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     Chinese New Year, or more commonly known as the Lunar New Year, is one of the Philippines' most spectacular celebrations with the purpose of exhibiting the nation's great historical and cultural bond with China and the Chinese. Witnessed by all Filipino-Chinese and by large numbers of Filipinos who sympathize and look up to the celebratory tradition which characterizes the celebration, Chinese New Year also signals the start of the Chinese lunar calendar. Filipinos, as in all other years, will celebrate in 2025 with dragon dances, fireworks, family reunions, and distributing red envelopes or ang pao. The success of the celebration is a testament to the widespread influence of Chinese culture on Filipinos. The historical presence of the Chinese community in the Philippines is one of the most fundamental reasons why Filipinos celebrate Chinese New Year.      Chinese immigrants and traders have shaped Philippine society, especially in economics, food, lan...
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Vigan Then and Now: From a Historic Municipality to a Thriving city

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       Vigan, where Spanish colonial character was left preserved, has literally changed its nature from a sleepy municipality into a booming city. It lies within Ilocos Sur, then a prospering trading center under Spanish rule when Chinese, Spanish, and local cultures fused seamlessly together. Its cobblestone streets, heritage houses, and horse-drawn carriages symbolized the town, which expressed the yester-years. Although located in the country, Vigan was an economic contributor to the trade because it was the hub of commerce where traders had roles in shaping the cultural and economic growth of Vigan. Vigan is now a UNESCO World Heritage City, holding on to the past glories while embracing modernity.        The city has still managed to be an international tourists' attraction due to the preserved Spanish heritage era, particularly along Calle Crisologo, where bygone ages and contemporary era have no wrinkles. Whereas old kalesas still cro...
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A Christmas Tapestry

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    I spent most of my Christmas vacation at home, a change from our usual trip to Batangas, but it was surprisingly wonderful. My mother and I bonded over making grahams and spaghetti while my father repaired some furniture. They surprised me with the most unexpected gift—my very own refrigerator! It's so cute. The other days were fairly normal, filled with household chores, which I actually enjoy; they're almost a hobby for me.        We faithfully attended Simbang Gabi, completing all nine nights. My friend and I even went out shopping for gifts for our families and friends. I received many thoughtful presents and am incredibly grateful for everything.       On Christmas Day itself, we celebrated at my great-grandparents' house (my grandmother's parents' home). We played games, exchanged gifts, and cherished the time spent together. All of my mother's side of the family was there, making it a truly special gathering. It was a fun...
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New Year, New Me; A Year of Intentions

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     Another year has passed, and here we are in 2025. Time sure does fly by, doesn't it? Another year, another version of myself, and I hope 2025 is kind to me.      This year, I will learn from my past mistakes. I will be more compassionate to myself; I will appreciate my efforts. I will remember that every little step is precious. The failures at the end of last year did not leave much for good, but this one will be better. I will learn to stand up for myself, to stop silently agreeing with things I know are wrong, and to speak my mind.      Academically, this past school year was a real challenge. It was painful, yet it also strengthened my resolve. I am determined to make this year my golden year, to pull myself through until the end. I have already faced so many obstacles and I am still here—why would I give up now? I promise to be even better next year in senior high, even if this year has been a challenge due to frequent illness. I st...
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My HTML and Blogging Experience in the Second Quarter

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This second quarter, we were involved in creating and learning HTML. It was such an enjoyable and enriching experience. I learned a lot about HTML syntax, like the essential tags and the proper way to structure a webpage. One of the highlights was being able to assist my classmates whenever they struggled with their HTML activities. It was very fulfilling, being able to share what I knew and see them get better. Of course, our teacher, Ma'am Evelyn, was always there guiding us, patiently checking our activities and correcting any mistake. Her support made learning easier and more meaningful. Through our HTML activities, I learned the most crucial tags to encode: <html> and </html>. Without these tags, the file would not know that it is an HTML document. I learned how to format text in bold (<b>) and italics (<i>) and even how to make words bigger by using headings (<h1> through <h6>) or the <font> tag. But I really enjoyed adding colors and...
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