Wake-upper:
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YouTube sensation Mikey Bustos: ‘I’m flying in Bohol!’ Credit: Michael Enriquez of A Different Story Productions
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Seen: Filipino YouTube
sensation Mikey Bustos, the comedic
talent behind a series of wacky Filipino "language tutorials" that
have gone viral online attracting
millions — and counting, was spotted in Bohol last week.
Doing
a viral video on Bohol, he visited the tarsier sanctuary and the Loboc River
where he was entertained by Tessie
Labunog-Sumampong of Loboc Riverwatch.
“After
a sweet buffet on a river cruise today, I danced the Tinikling on a floating raft on a river in the middle of the Bohol
jungle to kids and seniors playing little guitars,” posted Mikey on his
Facebook fanpage.
“Wow!
Bohol is awesome! I can't believe how many fans I have out here. The welcome
has been the best part! Everyone loves Mang Juan! Also hung out with Tarsiers and did a 1
minute long zipline over a thousand foot high canyon and river,” said Mikey.
Mikey
also met Prony and Paloma. He visited Panglao beaches “unbelievably a hundred
times more gorgeous than any Mexican or Cuban beach I've ever seen.”
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After
eight long years of not winning the crown, Jagna comes back big with a win,
thanks to Idy Caseñas Cagas who has
ended the Jagna curse.
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| The winning smiles of
Miss Bohol Sandugo 2012 Idy Cagas- LPU |
The “Beauty Capital of Bohol,” Jagna now has five
Miss Bohol Sandugo titlists. They won
three in a row back in 1990 (Tiffany Yap), 1991 (Ma. Recelle Adlaon)
and 1992 (Celevel Ranoco), two back- to- back first runners- up in 1994
and 1995. Jagna didn’t join in 1996 to 2000. Jagna joined again in 2001 and
placed second runner-up before winning again in 2003 (Fatima Liora Lloren
Rana) and again this year.
Some
have referred to this comeback as the proverbial reign after a drought. As some
beauty watchers who watched the coronation said, “When Jagna comes back, they come back big!”
After
Idy was crowned at glittering ceremonies at the Bohol Cultural Center last July
20, Bared
tried to pick the Jagnaanon’s brains by asking her some questions popped to
beauty queens before they bagged the coveted crowns.
It
was learned that her grandma, the late Petra
Caseñas, told Idy to join Miss Bohol Sandugo. With
the help of her friend, Idy said she made the smartest decision in her life.
“I
always dreamed to be a beauty queen eversince I was a child, a dream I share
with my grandmother. I never expected my dreams would come to reality,” said
Idy, “Deciding to join Miss Bohol Sandugo
this year when my good friend and make-up artist Janry Cadeliña encouraged me to join. Now I know I made the
smartest decision when I said yes to him.”
A
Libra (Oct. 21), Idy stands 5’3”, weighs 101 lbs., measures 34-25-35, and wears
small-size shirt and size-5 shoes. Idy won Miss CVIRAA 2006, Miss Jagna 2008 and
Miss USJR - Caritas 2011 first runner-up).
Why are you taking up
tourism?
“Because
aside from it is considered as the fastest growing industry, I felt that I belong
in this field. Truth be said, at first I didn't want to take up tourism because
some people view it as a brainless course. But when I started my first semester
I started appreciating and loving the degree program, I was able to see for
myself that it is not a brainless course. Thanks to my college professors in
USJ-R who opened my eyes of what tourism is all about. It's not just about
earning money, not just about showcasing attractions but at the same time
protecting them and conserving them for the future generation.”
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| Idy has no boyfriend! |
How you will convince
people here and abroad that it is more fun in Bohol?
“It
is more fun here in Bohol because of its rich history and culture. Aside from
that it offers wide array of activities that a tourist would enjoy, from white
sand beaches of Anda and Panglao, to caves, waterfalls and springs. Its booming
eco-tourism sites are also a perfect place for those who want adventure. I must
say that Bohol is indeed blessed with various aspects of nature that can
undoubtedly equal if not surpass the other places in the archipelago. A prove
to that is the world renowned Chocolate Hills that was once nominated to be
part of the New 7 Wonders of the World. The delicacies are also a
must-taste just like Jagna's very own calamay.
All these make Bohol a one stop destination. And of course, it is a home to
warm, friendly and hospitable Bol-anons.”
What are your winning
traits?
“My
confidence and faith. Of course, I did not come unprepared.”
When did you realize
that you are a Miss Bohol Sandugo?
During the coronation night or the morning after?
“I
realized that I won the pageant when the host called my name
as the winner. I was very overwhelmed that night. When I
wake up in the morning, it was only then that it really sunk to my mind that I
am the reigning Miss Bohol Sandugo
with many more in store.”
Do you have secrets
sustaining your poise, your grace under pressure, especially during the crucial
points in any contest?
“My
secret is always asking for God's enlightenment and guidance. And reminding
myself to just enjoy.”
What is your best
asset and why?
“My
brains, I have always considered it as my best asset because it is what I use
in every decision that I make. Yes, I may have made a lot of wrong
decisions but I make sure I always learn from it. Besides, I believe that my
brains is the reason why my dream to be a beauty queen is no longer a dream but
a reality.”
Would you rather be
smart but not too beautiful, or beautiful but not too smart?
“I'd
rather be smart but not too beautiful because if you are smart you will know
how to carry yourself well. Brains will get you. Besides I believe that beauty
lies in the holder and physical beauty will fade.”
What do you think is
the biggest decision that you’ve made in your life?
“As
of this time, it would be when I decided to study in UP-Iloilo. Biggest
decision because that was that was the first time that I'd be away from my
family. I was very dependent that time. I really hard a hard time adjusting,
but that was a learning experience for me.”
Who’s your role
model?
“My
role model is my mother. She never fail to give me good advices, one that I
will never forget is, "best lessons in life are learned the hard way"
she taught me to respect other people so that I will also gain their respect. My
mother is a strong woman who faces each challenge with grace and with a smile
on her face. She knows how to properly steer her life back to its proper
course.”
Any other woman whom
you admire?
“Miss
Fiel Angeli Arao-arao-Gabin. I really admire her since I got to know her way
back 2006, Miss CVIRAA days. She has always been there for me. She's one of my inspirations;
she inspires me to be the best that I can be. There was a time when I felt so
down during Ms. USJR pageant, she told me to take it as a challenge and prove
to myself and not to anybody else what I am capable of doing. I wish someday I'd
be able to inspire others the same way she has inspired me.”
Do you have a
boyfriend?
“I
don't have a boyfriend. It's not in my
list of priorities as of this time.”
If, that is a big if,
you have a boyfriend now… you were to choose between your boyfriend and Miss
Bohol Sandugo title, which would you
choose?
“If
I have a boyfriend, I’d choose Miss Bohol Sandugo
title because it is a one-time deal. An opportunity that will knock
only once. Being Miss Bohol Sandugo
is a chance to be an ambassadress of good will, to be a role model,
showing what is good, right, moral and just, traits that should
be possessed in these contemporary times. Who knows, being Miss Bohol
Sandugo, I might be able to inspire
others also. Besides, I believe that if the guy loves me, he won't let me
choose between him and the crown, he won't stop me from realizing my dreams.”
What advocacy
experience do you have? Maybe you have an important message to share ... and
Miss Bohol Sandugo would be the venue
or forum to start your advocacies.
“My
advocacy has always been on protecting mother earth. We have already seen
nature's response to man's abuse to nature. And I believe that it’s time for us
to make a move and start painting the world green again. I’m so glad the last
June my town Jagna has started its Growing of Trees Project. Many participated
in the tree planting activities.”
Young people today
are liberated and adventurous, willing to try everything. What's your stand on
pre-marital sex?
“As
a Catholic, I believe that it is against the will of God. Sex is a sacred union
that should only be done after receiving God's grace through the sacrament
of marriage.”
What’s your take on
the transgender issue (should transgender be allowed to compete in beauty
contests for women)?
“I
do not agree on transgenders competing with natural-born women in beauty
pageants. This is not about gender discrimination; I am in fact into gender
equality. But pageants are created to empower women, while transgenders have other
issues to address that can best be responded in their own circle. I believe the
essence of being a woman is to bring new life, there are just certain aspects
that can never be changed even if they have already undergone sex-change.”
If you were to change
something in yourself, what would it be?
“I
would not change anything in myself, I am happy and contented with everything
in me. What i have makes me unique from the rest.”
What is your favorite
quote?
“Go
and reach for the stars but always keep you feet on the ground. My parents
(Rudy Mariano and Zosima Caseñas Cagas of Jagna-LPU) always tell me to keep on achieving my goals and to always be
humble.”
Describe yourself in
three (3) words:
“God-fearing,
loving, appreciative.”
What do you find sexy
in a man?
“His
eyes and smile and talks with sense.”
And what turns you
off?
“Rude
guys and somebody who can't carry a good conversation.”
What is the essence
of Miss Bohol Sandugo?
“The
essence of being Miss Bohol Sandugo
is to be an ambassadress, to be able to represent Bohol, being able to
show the quality of a true Boholana who is strong and can handle challenges and
pressure with grace and confidence, a Boholana with dignity and pride.”
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