Wake-uppers:
Amanda Arles |
SM Mall of Asia last June 1 to Miss World Philippines has already moved to TV5, the media
partner of the pageant.
Seen: The Queen of Talk Show Kris Aquino visited Bohol for the
second time. Kris was in Bohol last week to shoot an episode for Kris TV
show on ABS-CBN. Her show says, “Tuloy-tuloy
ang paglalakbay ni Kris para patunayang "Its more FUN in the
Philippines"…
Scene: The 2nd Bohol Dolphin Festival was held
last May 31 at CPG Sports Complex to raise awareness on protecting marine
mammals and the environment. Spearheaded by Bohol Rescue Unit for Marine Mammals (BRUMM), a non-government
organization engaged in research on large marine vertebrates (LAMAVE) project
in Bohol, the festival included a parade, educational displays and activities
and dolphin mural painting. Dolphins love
freedom!
Seen: Aspiring musical
sensation Sherwin “Paeng” Cabilan Rosco
of Tubigon town has made it to the X-Factor
Philippines. A franchise of the hit UK reality singing contest created by
renowned judge Simon Cowell, the X-Factor Philippines will air on June 23 on ABS-CBN.
Rosco was selected from the pre-screening done last year. There will be 80
hopefuls who will face the judges Pilita
Corales, Martin Nievera, Gary Valenciano and Charice Pempengco. X-Factor host is KC Concepcion.
Rosco |
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Did
you know that Atty. Bryan Olaso Gaviola, one of the
gorgeous young lawyers in the province, wanted to become a Navy SEAL (Sea, Air,
Land, and the SEALs are the U.S. Navy's most acclaimed special ops unit) and
he, sigh, failed?
“I
really wanted to become a soldier, but...”
Atty. Bryan Gaviola: ‘I’m single by choice.’ |
He
ended up a lawyer, educated at Mindanao State University (AB Philosophy) and a
teacher at University of Bohol.
“I
wanna help the oppressed, the persecuted, and the underdog, and the community
in general in order to make the world a better place to live and make a living
for myself at the same time,” said the young lawyer.
We
see him all the time in Junior Chamber
International (JCI)- Bohol Sandugo activities but we don’t really know much
about Bryan. Just recently, Bryan spearheaded the 60th Year
Anniversary of JCI-Bohol, a leading global network of young active citizens whose
mission is to provide development opportunities that empower young people to
create positive change.
At
29 (an Aries, born on March 30), Bryan is still single and available. Asked if
he’s choosy, Bryan said, “No.” But he is searching. “I’m single by choice,” he
added, “I want to marry the right woman, at the right time, and for the right
reason. And it’s sad to belong to someone else when the right one comes along.”
Bryan
stands 5’9”; and wears extra-large-size shirt, extra-large-size briefs and
size-11 shoes.
More
of Atty. Bryan Gaviola in this “He can’t invoke his right against
self-incrimination":
Do you also get death
threats like other lawyers?
“I
haven’t had any death threats yet and I hope I never will (Laughs).”
Your daily schedule
must be hectic. Describe a day in your life.
“In
the morning I usually attend court hearings and in the afternoon I’m busy with
clients and papers at the office, after office hours I deal with appointments,
meetings, and teaching. Only then can I spend the rest of my day with friends.”
Atty. Bryan Gaviola finds time to travel (this time in France) for adventurous exploration, cultural musings, and wanderlust. |
How long you have
been practicing your profession?
“A
little over two year but it feels like more because I was fortunate enough to
be offered partnership with Atty. Jaime Jimenez shortly after passing the bar
exam.”
How long you have
been teaching at University of Bohol?
“Six
years since 2005.” (The same school he graduated high
school.-LPU)
How do you manage it,
practicing your profession as a lawyer and at the same time teaching?
“I
have requested our dean to schedule my subject after office house so there is
no conflict. But it’s easier said than done. (Laughs)”
Don’t tell me that
you bring work at home.
“I
rarely bring work at home. But there are time when call of duty at the office
requires it.”
What makes you busy
nowadays? Probably with Junior Chamber International (JCI)- Bohol Sandugo?
“Yes.
JCI takes up most of my free time.”
As president, what
are your plans for JCI-Bohol?
“Many.
But the most ambitious is to finally set up our headquarters after so many
years. Thanks to the Gallares family for graciously giving us a little space in
one of their properties.”
What’s the first thing
you do when you wake up?
“Drink
Coffee.”
And the last thing
you do before you go to sleep?
“Turn
off the lights.”
How do you cope up
with stress?
“I
make it a point to catch up on sleep every weekend.”
How much water do you
take per day?
“A
lot. Because I sweat a lot.”
Do you drink wine or
other hard drinks?
“Only
beer.”
Do you go to gym?
“No. But I play basketball a lot.”
“No. But I play basketball a lot.”
What part of your
body is your best asset?
“My
ab or my nose. (Laughs)”
..with JCI-Bohol family |
What’s your favorite
attire in bed?
“Boxers.”
How do you deal with
your temper?
“I
make it a point not to lose my temper when things get out of control. It just
worsens the situation.”
What is your favorite
hideaway?
“My
room. I just watch DVDs all night.”
What part of a
woman’s body do you notice first?
“The
face..specifically the eyes.”
What kind of women
turns you on?
“Independent
women.”
What kind of women
turns you off?
“Flirty
girls turn me off. And women who wear a lot of make-up.”
How’s your love life?
“Hmmmm
it’s complicated.”
Sex life?
“Orgasmic!
(Laughs)”
How do you deal with
temptation?
“I
just think ahead where it would lead me if I give in.”
How do you deal with,
uhm, indecent proposals?
“Decently!”
Using only body
language, how would you make a woman know that you admire her?
“I
would stare at her a lot.”
Kris Aquino will feature Bohol on her KrisTV show next week. Credit: KrisTV |
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