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On Grandparents Day, remembering the heart of the family
By Ludy Astraquillo Ongkeko, Ph.D. The tenth of September was observed as Grandparents Day in the United States. In our homeland, there is a similar observation, but the celebration period is longer: March 11-18, each year; hence, it is named Grandparents’ Week. Reportedly, recognition of the much-anticipated event was made official a few years back ...
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On Being Filipino. A Love Story.
By Narcisa Gonzalez Throughout my life I knew I was Filipino. 100%. I took off my Tsinelas before I came into the house. I didn’t flinch when I smelled burning goat hair in the air. I had a 50-lb rice dispenser in my kitchen. I grew up in an American city with parents both born ...