2019
feels like a different era already, right?
We
are now officially in 2020 – a new year, a new decade, and new goals to
achieve.
I
asked some of our Boholano friends of their 2020 goals, some of them asked
simply ignored the question. Here are those who did:
Maria
Fe Evasco-To stay fit and healthy, to
spend more quality time with my family and travel to more places here and
abroad.
Anthony
Damalerio-As the provincial DRRM officer,
for 2020, I wish for good health not just for my family but all Boholanos,
particularly the young minds that will later on comprise the new breed of
government leaders. May they, as future leaders, prioritize climate change and
consider this a major concern for all stakeholders. Furthermore, a focus on
urgent programs dealing with the environment such as water conservation,
tree-growing initiatives down to purok and household levels, renewable energy,
more disaster risk reduction trainings for the vulnerable sector. Now is the
best time to act together and do our part in achieving a disaster-resilient
Bohol province.
Cristopher
Boncales-My goal for this year is to work
a push myself a bit harder to become more productive in my craft, and to make
more travels and memories being known by friends as #dAsianSweeper.
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Some of our Boholano
friends welcome 2020 with fresh memories and success stories and new
opportunities. Contributed Photos |
Benjie
Oliva-As my wife Atty. Joan is the
President Elect (PE) of the Rotary Club of Pasay Cyber City for Rotary
International Year 2020-2021,one of our goals is to create sustainable
community projects in Bohol. And second, a new business adventure in Manila and
Bohol.
Vanessa
Cadorna-Aumentado-My Goals for 2020:
Practice a healthier lifestyle like having a proper diet and exercise, learn
and do more interesting new things, manage my time well and pursue a Master's
degree.
Narcisa
Navarro- We are focused on our children's
future careers. Guiding them of the most appropriate courses they choose to
take. Everything for them to have a productive life when it is their time.
That's for the new decade goal.
Rep.
Kristine Alexie Tutor-Every new year
deserves a better version of oneself. More resilient as a public servant; more
interactive with the people’s needs. I’d rather be a silent worker, walking my
talk than a humming bee. Above all, this decade is for the Lord’s guidance. I
pray for strength to whatever call HE sets for me whether to continue serving
the people as a politician or a civilian. I trust HIM as the driver of my life.
Whatever i shall be in this decade, the important thing is that I love what I
shall become. To embrace every calling and to give out the best version of
myself that I may be able to influence positivity in the lives of others.
Karla
Tirol Magno- To continue growing with
self love and in business.
EJ
Relampagos-My goal this year is to start
my long time dream which will be a surprise. For this decade, an international
fashion show for Boholano designers for sure!
Vanessa
Cubrado- My new year's resolution for the
new decade would be, to become more spiritual and meditative especially now,
nga murag controlled kaau atoang life sa social media, adto nalang ta pirmi mag
base. We need to listen to ourselves more than what the internet is telling us.
Fiel Angeli Araoarao-Gabin- Seriously, to choreograph a dance routine
interpreting the love song "More Than Just the Two of Us" with Honey
Jerome for my 50th birthday... Long-term goals? To do something meaningful for
my family and to carry out my duties in the City Government, CCCA, CLEC,
AUDIO-Bohol, TCCSC FPTA, Tagbilaran Schools FPTA, GSP-Bohol Council, and BNHS
alumni association by God's grace.
Mikey
Gatal-The goal that I am wishing to
accomplish is to travel to different countries as many as I can before I turn
50 this year. I felt like 2019 was so stressful and no time to relax. It would
be nice to celebrate Christmas and New Year in Bohol. It was year 1999 when I
left my family because I went abroad and never got a chance to spend Christmas
with them again. Lastly, always reach out to God for guidance and family for
support. To stay healthy and full of love.
Butch
Bernas-To make my work more efficient and
productive. Good health, good body physique, and more travels local and abroad.
Scarlet Guelen-Boiser-I hope my dessert business would
prosper. More travels, perhaps. And I hope to return to showbiz with the
right material. Above all, good health and happiness for my family.
Leah
Tirol-Magno- I look forward to a
healthier and a more progressive year for everyone, embracing God's love and
submitting to His plans for our lives. I also look forward to upgrading my
academic and baking endeavors.
Anna
Maris Igpit-Taylor- My goals for the New
Year would be to add another member into our family (God willing!), upgrade my
skills to have a better career, and learn ,experience and grow into a better
parent and partner to my husband. For the new decade, I just wish to raise my
kid/s well, fill them with great memories through travels and help them grow
into better individuals.
Police
Col. Jonathan Cabal- My goals
for this year and for the next 9 years would be improving myself to hurdle
challenges in my work, health ,and the community. For this year, as PD of
Bohol, I share the same goal as the Governor in terms of Tourism enhancement
and peace and order, thus, I will operationalize my Green Cops "Eco
Warriors" who will work hand in hand with capitol in enforcing
environmental laws vis- a-vis sustainable tourism. We can't afford to lose the
beauty of Bohol, hence, it's a must that the people take good care of our
natural resources. Lastly, I would love to see the President succeed in his war
against drugs because, ultimately, it is for the next generation's benefit.
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This year 2020, our
Boholano friends have new goals or a chance to finish the old ones and revel in
new joys. Contributed Photos |
Vera
Villocido-Gisete -Education reforms,
decrease drop out rates, increase senior high school as well as higher
education enrollment, more scholarships, more linkages and partnerships.
Marianito
Luspo-Reassess. Resolve. Recommit.
Rep.
Edgar Chatto- Year 2020 will be a year of
hope, peace and prosperity for all. Amidst challenges that we may encounter in
the coming year, the Family shall stand firm at the center. Desirable values
and positive attitude prepare us to face what lies ahead as we continue to
embrace more of God's blessings. We pray that 2020 will be a blissful year for
our families and be another banner year of growth and development for the
province of Bohol and the country. Pushing towards greater heights Bohol's
socio-economic development by lowering even more the province's poverty
incidence, increase employment levels through job creation and investments.
2020 national budget includes funds for Bohol's support infrastructure devt in
roads leading to tourism sites, ports and seaports development, farm to market
roads and roads leading to investment areas. Gallares Medical Center
facility in Cortes for specialized health services, New Hall of Justice , 3rd
Tagbilaran-Dauis/Panglao Island Connector bridge and other vital projects are
among the priority.
Conchita
Toribio-Delos Reyes- Looking back at 2019
and the years before it, Is clear that our success doesn't depend solely
on our hands, It is by the grace of our Father Almighty and the Love from the
People that continuously supports and trust us that gives us that extra
mile. Being a CEO is not a garden walk, It was never easy, I am left with
a big task, that is to be more stronger, more focus on our vision and to be
more optimistic on all important things that matter for every Beaucheans out
there. And most of all to continuously give back and be His genuine
channel of blessings to other. I pray to God that He will continuously
give me the wisdom to do all this for the next more years.
Atty.
Ted Lagang-Maintain simple lifestyle
while spending quality time with family and real friends.
Melinda
Mendez-Basalo-My goals for Year 2020: To
become fit, healthier by doing more physical activities and exercises gradually
to sweat out excess "bilbils" and eat lesser. Maybe I could visit the
gym if I have extra time. To have more quality time with family, do some
improvements in my house like painting it to make the surroundings brighter and
Mlmerrier. As to my work, I will continue being a good Nanay to my
colleagues and stay away from toxic people around. I will just pray for them to
become good and promoting a more friendly and gender-sensitive environment at
Bohol-Panglao International Airport by Service with a Smile and with a
Heart, by this we can create a stress-free working environment.
Aileen
Sendrijas-Pasagad- In 2020 and the
following years, I will focus my energy on becoming a better designer and a
businesswoman. I aim to have my name cemented as a leading designer in Bohol
and hopefully open a 3rd branch somewhere in the region. And I wish to achieve
such wishes by the grace of our Lord and the support of my family.
Mayette Gasatan- We will practice the true values of Christianity towards our family
members, friends, peers, colleagues and business partners. Our province is
developing economically and I wish that investors should adopt the triple
bottom line (TBL) framework or theory in doing business in the province. These
investors or companies should commit to focus on social and environmental
concerns just as they do on profits. They will manage a company in a way that not
only earns financial profits but which also improves people's lives and the
planet.
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