KANNAWIDAN

VIGAN CITY, Ilocos Sur, Feb. 20 (PIA) -- The yearly Kannawidan Ylocos Festival of Ilocos Sur showcases the spirit of the Ilocano Child.

 

Watching the children from the mountainous towns of Ilocos Sur perform their ‘tribal rites’ and dances in their tribal costume called “baag” (a woven cloth worn over their undies), on bare foot under the midday sun strips me of vanity and pride. And propels me to that place where everything is pure, simple and honest. 

 

This festival, celebrated on January 29 to February 5, also highlights Ilocos food, arts, trade, crafts, and products.

 

Witnessing all this makes one realize the beauty and dignity of Ilocos culture and people. We should be proud of our Ilocano culture.  

 

Like the beauty of the Bayanihan Dance Company show which proudly featured the Filipino culture in songs and dances, the tribal rituals and dances of the province summarizes what Kannawidan Festival is all about.

 

The festival not only brings us takes one back to the roots; it also enables one to look into the future through art created by children. Their art speaks of their belief in the beauty of the world as gift from the Creator. Their songs and dances outshine any sadness  this present world has thrown at them.(ANL/ICR-PIA 1 Ilocos Sur)

 

My Dream.......My Future......

                              Dreaming is not impossible. Other said, its free so dont be ashamed to discover your sorcerity. When we are still young beyond the control of our parents,if you can still remember the time they asked you.  What do you want to be in the future? Nothing else cant say..... a doctor, nurse, accountant.......Yes, nothing is impossible if we work. I remember the time my mother asked my ambition, I've answered my mom.... I want to become an architect and until now I want to pursue that cherish dream. What an ambitious boy.
                              As of now, I am ready to hit my success. I promised to my beloved mom that I will do my best to reach the goal that I worked on as I still young. I am  not going to promised with my own words but I will try to strive harder as a promise indeed. Dreaming is reality, just work and assure wiyh your best. Success always begins with dreaming. There are a lot of posibilities that may happen beyond our control when we do all our best.