Parols played a large role in her life; she enrolled in Galing Bata as ... It was her first time, too. Fernandez’ childhood Christmas resembled mine, with a Christmas tree as the centerpiece. “I like ...

Montilla said Filipinos celebrate Christmas in a big way because of their strong ... special food and vibrant decorations like the iconic ‘parol’ star lanterns,” Montilla said.

Here in Australia, acquiring or buying a parol is not as abundant as to Christmas trees and Christmas lights. Filipino have to either import them or make them. The Filipino Sports Arts ...