As our national hero, Jose Rizal once said, 'He who does not know how to look back at where he came from will never get to his destination.' Tracing one's roots is important to building one's character. It is crucial to keep your feet on the ground as you reach greater heights. The same rings true for all Filipinos; we cannot truly appreciate the freedom we enjoy today without being aware of what our ancestors have fought for to gain our independence.