May 1, 2009

Even in my growing up years due to schooling in Metro Manila, I always proudly say that I am an Ilonggo and I speak Hiligaynon. I believe that the best people come from Western Visayas especially from the Province and City of Iloilo.

When I was sent to lend support and my presence during the Aliwan Festival where our Dinagyang, Kasadyahan and Paraw Regatta Festivals were ably represented, I felt so much pride to see our contingents display their talent and how much appreciation the audience showed by the loud claps and voices of support even from non Western Visayas audiences. I was also happy that the Iloilo Basketball Team won as National PRISAA Basketball Champion as I was informed by a good friend who told me about it a day before the highlight of the Aliwan Festival.

There are also a lot of Ilonggos who are now serving the national government in all branches. There are also a lot of Ilonggo entrepreneurs who have made it big. Moreover, in any field or career, Ilonggos shine and lead the way. Truly, great talents and minds have been blessed to our people.

As such, I will always and forever proudly say to the world that I am an Ilonggo. If in the event I would be asked to chose, what nationality I would want to have, I will always choose to be an Ilonggo Pinoy.

Para sa kauswagan sang Syudad sang Iloilo, UGYON Kabataang Ilonggo, UGYON Iloilo. Ilonggos are worth working and fighting for.