Today is Philippines’ Flag Day.

This flag was designed by Emilio Aguinaldo and was secretly sewn in Hong Kong by Marcela Agoncillo, her daughter Lorenza Agoncillo, and Delfina Herbosa.

Did you know that its official Pantone colors are 286 (blue), 186 (red), and 116 (yellow)?

Our flag signifies our democracy which our ancestors gave up their lives for. Therefore, we should respect it and value our independence in whatever way we can especially during these trying times. I’m so saddened by the state of our country especially how we are lagging behind our neighbors when a few decades ago, they were the ones looking up to us. I really don’t know how was as a nation can reclaim our former glory but I’m sure there is a way…

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