MANILA, Philippines — December, without a doubt, is the most festive month of the year for Filipinos. Well-preserved traditions such as Simbang Gabi, house-to-house caroling, and Noche Buena celebrations with the family are just part of most Filipinos’ lives during the holiday season.
But the pandemic happened.
Restrictions imposed in the country to stem the spread of COVID-19 affected these time-old traditions. Since the start of the year, we have been doing our best to avoid the disease, so much so that some have decided to postpone their annual plans during Christmas.
Still, despitethe global health pandemic putting our lives – especially during the holiday se…
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