Ann Sepino

Welcome to the land of history and vision,

Where we speak with kindness, caring, and conviction.

Where valiant heroes, real and mythical, were born.

Where loyalty to family and faith is sworn.

In shining sun or raging thunderstorm above,

Resilient stays the Iloilo that we love.

This is the last stanza of “The Story of Seven,” a poem I wrote for a poetry writing contest held durin