Sampaguita Cuff - Phillippines

This motif has a sampaguita in the middle. The sampaguita represents our humility and strength as a people. Most of the ASEAN countries have been colonized by different countries before. We fought for our freedom and when we were finally free, we choose to be humble and create peace with the colonizer and each other. We promote peace!
 
      The style is inspired by the tribal tattoos of the indigenous people in the pre-colonial era in the Philippines. The petals in the middle represent the country's national flower, the Sampaguita. The eight triangles that circle the flower represents the eight provinces of the Philippines that have had an important role during the Philippine revolution. The five triangles on each side of the flower represents the points of a star. The stars represent our dreams and visions for the community. They remind us of where we have come and what we can do for our future.
The meaning behind the motif is simplicity, humility, & strength.
 
 
About the Youth: 
Hi, My name is Pauline. I live in Paranaque. Both my parents serve as full-time ministers in our church there. In the community we serve are among the low-income families. Every summer, I teach the children their values and about God. In this community, there are many out-of-school youths. I teach the children in order for them to enjoy learning and to be encouraged to go to school. 
 
Made with Sterling Silver & Gold plated