Thoreen Halvorsen (Puerto Princesa) - Miss Philippines Earth 2012
Miss Philippines Earth 2012
Puerto Princesa
Thoreen Halvorsen
Age: 19
Occupation: Tourism Student
DESCRIBE YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS (8-13 Years old)
As a child, life was very challenging for me. When I was 7 years old, my dad had a medical condition which caused memory loss to the point that he couldn't even recognize us. He then passed away the following year. It was extremely hard to move on but I still managed to keep a smile on my face and enjoy my life with the help of my friends, my family and prayers.
WHAT LESSONS DID YOU LEARN FROM YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS?
My childhood experiences made me grow as a person. I learned the importance of that facing all of my trials and developing a deeper faith in God because, whatever happens, He's always there to help us, guide us and make us a better people
WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT?
My most memorable moment was my academic achievement in 3rd grade because that was the first time my Dad attended a school activity for me. He even placed the medal around my neck. Seeing him very proud, especially since it was the last thing he ever did for me, is something I will always cherish.
WHAT IS THE MOST UNUSUAL THING YOU'VE EVER DONE?
For me, it's joining the different environmental activities of the city government in Puerto Princesa. There's the Pista y ang Kagueban or Feast in the Forest every 3rd week of June, where we plant trees. We also have a love affair with nature every February where we plant mangroves. I never really attended events like this before because you have to wake up at 5 o'clock in the morning, but since I started joining them, I've been attending every year. I eventually realized the events' significance and that all your efforts, such as waking up early or getting your hands dirty planting trees is for the future generations.
WHAT IS YOUR AMBITION IN LIFE?
After graduating from my course in B.S. Tourism, I want to further my studies by taking up law and hopefully becoming a successful lawyer.
WHAT IS YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCACY AND WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS?
"No To Mining" -- a current issue that our province is facing is the mining activity in the southern part of Palawan. It affects the livelihood of the residents there, especially those in the Agriculture industry. The southern part of Palawan is now experiencing calamities they haven't experience before, such as flooding. I know it's not too late to take action and stop mining, not only in Palawan but in other parts of the Philippines as well. Let's preserve and save mother earth for the future generations.
WHAT TIP CAN YOU SHARE TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FOR ALL?
Renewable energy is a solution for sustainable energy because the level of fossil fuels today are steadily declining and by using renewable energy such as solar energy, wind energy or geothermal energy, we could definitely help mankind and mother earth as well. Let's all use cleaner and safer alternatives for energy to slowly mitigate climate change, lessen pollution and fight against global warming.
Puerto Princesa
Thoreen Halvorsen
Age: 19
Occupation: Tourism Student
DESCRIBE YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS (8-13 Years old)
As a child, life was very challenging for me. When I was 7 years old, my dad had a medical condition which caused memory loss to the point that he couldn't even recognize us. He then passed away the following year. It was extremely hard to move on but I still managed to keep a smile on my face and enjoy my life with the help of my friends, my family and prayers.
WHAT LESSONS DID YOU LEARN FROM YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS?
My childhood experiences made me grow as a person. I learned the importance of that facing all of my trials and developing a deeper faith in God because, whatever happens, He's always there to help us, guide us and make us a better people
WHAT IS YOUR MOST MEMORABLE MOMENT?
My most memorable moment was my academic achievement in 3rd grade because that was the first time my Dad attended a school activity for me. He even placed the medal around my neck. Seeing him very proud, especially since it was the last thing he ever did for me, is something I will always cherish.
WHAT IS THE MOST UNUSUAL THING YOU'VE EVER DONE?
For me, it's joining the different environmental activities of the city government in Puerto Princesa. There's the Pista y ang Kagueban or Feast in the Forest every 3rd week of June, where we plant trees. We also have a love affair with nature every February where we plant mangroves. I never really attended events like this before because you have to wake up at 5 o'clock in the morning, but since I started joining them, I've been attending every year. I eventually realized the events' significance and that all your efforts, such as waking up early or getting your hands dirty planting trees is for the future generations.
WHAT IS YOUR AMBITION IN LIFE?
After graduating from my course in B.S. Tourism, I want to further my studies by taking up law and hopefully becoming a successful lawyer.
WHAT IS YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCACY AND WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS?
"No To Mining" -- a current issue that our province is facing is the mining activity in the southern part of Palawan. It affects the livelihood of the residents there, especially those in the Agriculture industry. The southern part of Palawan is now experiencing calamities they haven't experience before, such as flooding. I know it's not too late to take action and stop mining, not only in Palawan but in other parts of the Philippines as well. Let's preserve and save mother earth for the future generations.
WHAT TIP CAN YOU SHARE TO PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE ENERGY FOR ALL?
Renewable energy is a solution for sustainable energy because the level of fossil fuels today are steadily declining and by using renewable energy such as solar energy, wind energy or geothermal energy, we could definitely help mankind and mother earth as well. Let's all use cleaner and safer alternatives for energy to slowly mitigate climate change, lessen pollution and fight against global warming.
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