For a Filipino, Christmas is not complete without a lantern at home. Tony's family has always respected the Filipino tradition of parol making.

Christmas is a special time of year for many Kababayans (fellow Filipinos). While Christmas in the Philippines is known for its bright colors, lights, and music, nothing represents a traditional Philippine Christmas like the parol. Although many variations of the traditional parol now exist, including tinsel, plastic, and capiz shells, the parol will always be a reminder of home.