The 12 chapters of Isabela Federation basked in the heat of the sun as they celebrated Easter Sunday at Edinburgh Place in Central on Mar 27. The group tucked into delicious chocolate eggs and held various contests to mark the occasion. In egg painting, Jones Chapter bagged the first place, followed by United San Manuel Association (Usmia) in 2nd, and Quezon chapter in 3rd. In the egg nest decoration, Burgos took the top slot, followed by Usmia and Quezon. In the egg and peanut eating game, Usmia won the first prize, then Roxas, while the 3rd place was a toss-up between Quezon and San Mateo. And what’s Easter without an egg hunt? Taking top honors in the traditional game which took place in Edinburgh’s vast park was Quezon, followed by Roxas, and then Burgos. Cash prizes were awarded to the winning team. Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus after his crucifixion. It is traditionally associated with eggs, which are seen as a symbol of spring, or of rebirth and reinvigoration after the harshness of winter – Marites Palma
