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Archive for May, 2009

After Hayden-Katrina, Hayden-Maricar, and Hayden-Brazilian model videos, everyone seems to be looking forward to watching the Hayden-Ruffa Mae sex video on the Internet. Unfortunately, until now there’s no trace of its existence. Hence, the big question is: “Does a Hayden-Ruffa Mae sex scandal really exist?”

A week ago I was forwarded a picture of Ruffa Mae (shown below) which is said to have been taken from a Hayden-Ruffa Mae video.

When I Googled Ruffa Mae Quinto images I found a full-body shot of this same picture (shown below). And from the looks of it, where two people were on the background (one taking Ruffa Mae’s picture and another girl), I don’t seem to take it as part of a sex video. It looks more like a backstage scene in probably one of the actress’ showbiz engagements.

Until we see one circulating on the Internet, the Hayden-Ruffa Mae sex video will remain to be nothing but rumors. So, for those curious computer savvy, keep looking, who knows you might find one…that is if there really is such a video.

A little while ago I was watching a re-run of The Ellen De Generes Show where 2009 American Idol winner Kris Allen was a guest and sang the season’s winner’s single “No Boundaries.”

Though I was still wishing Adam Lambert to have had won the competition (even after American Idol concluded) there’s no denying the fact that Kris Allen has a style of his own that charmed millions of Americans, catapulting him in the roster of elite Idols. To be honest, I am beginning to like and appreciate his vocal style, not to mention his good looks. The title of his single aptly describes his American Idol journey, from being the simple boy-next-door during his audition to being a potential top-selling singer.

Below is the video of his appearance on Ellen serenading the audience with his single No Boundaries, which is beginning to climb the music charts.

I’ve always loved looking at wedding gowns. I once asked a cousin to draw me wearing my future wedding gown. Unfortunately, I don’t remember anymore where I’d kept the copy of that drawing. But I remember exactly the descriptions I gave her as she doodles with laughter. It should look like a ball gown with so many swarovski crystals. And I should look exactly the happiest girl in the world on the day I am to wear that gown.

Who wouldn't want to look as elegant as Barbie on her wedding day?

Now in my late 20’s, I will be getting married in a civil rights between the months in the second quarter of this year. Of course, I will not be wearing my dream wedding gown. Likewise, I will not be having my dream wedding…YET.

We’ve heard it in a million different ways. Every girl dreams to have a lavish wedding (whether it be church, garden or a country-side idea). Walk down the aisle wearing the most beautiful bridal gown ever made for you, hold the best wedding reception that would forever bring you, your husband and your guests good memories, and fill the event with all the special people in your life.

But in today’s time where even the United States is suffering from some financial crisis, more and more couples would practically resort to a low-budgeted plan as there are some other things that needs more consideration in terms of building a family (raising kids, mortgages, and other bills).

To be honest, I am not an exception to that. Unless you belong to an affluent family, preparing for a special wedding entails so much time and money.

One lesson learned for me: If you’re thinking about fulfilling your dream wedding few years down the road make sure you save as soon as you start working.

This way you won’t have to scrimp because you’re thinking you and your husband-to-be will not have enough left to start a family after the event. This way you won’t have to worry about financial crisis and resort to a low-budgeted occasion. This way you won’t have to feel guilty and deprived because you can’t afford the kind of reception and wedding you’ve been harboring in your heart.

And finally, this way you are sure you have the BEST day of your life. EXACTLY the way you imagined and wanted!

I haven’t given so much thought about leaving comments on blogs I frequently follow. Each time I visit any of my favorite blog to check on a recent post it’s always enough for me to just read an entry and then hop to another blog.

You see, I have very little interest when it comes to commenting on a blog entry or any website article no matter how interesting the topic may seem. Unless I have a question, I really won’t bother to say anything more.

It’s not until recently that I discover the wonders it can do to my own blogs and to those of other bloggers. By leaving a comment to other people’s blogs, you somehow encourage and invite them to take a peek on your own blog, which equates to driving traffic.

A little caution though, do not just leave ANY comment like “I like your blog” or “Niceblog.” Your comment should be a little more specific and concise. Meaning, tell them why you like their blog or an entry and how it relates to your interest. You’ll be surprise how some of them will be quick to visit your site as well and even add you up to their blogs list.

It’s all over the news for weeks already. The key players have become instant superstars and more are yet to come. The controversy spread like wildfire and in fact became the most-searched and indexed keywords in the world wide web. With that introduction alone, I’m sure you know what I’m talking about!

I have seen the videos myself, from the Hayden-Katrina to Hayden-Maricar to Hayden-Brazilian model, and to be honest they all looked every inch of a porn movie. I feel sorry for those girls who were unaware that they are being videotaped while doing the deed with the embattled doctor.

While Katrina Halili is hellbent in pursuing a case against Hayden Kho, I’m wondering whatever happened to the two other girls. Have they gone self-exiled somewhere to avoid public embarassment? If Hayden Kho has been placed under the Immigration watch list while the investigation is on-going, have the two ladies (also) caught in the videos managed to immediately go out of the country from being possibly summoned by the committee investigating the case?

There are still so many questions left unanswered. Who is responsible in leaking those videos? Who is this prominent person being referred to by Sen. Jamby Madrigal as the culprit of those video leakages? After his insanity plead, what else are we going to expect from Hayden Kho as the investigation progresses? With his mother alleging Katrina Halili as the one who offered Hayden drug, how far is Hayden’s camp willing to go just to extricate the doctor from his own dirty tricks?

With the many investigations being conducted now, from the Senate to PDEA to PMA, hopefully vital and solid details will come out in the end and that it’s not going to be one of those issues left unresolved. Likewise, the public no matter how fascinated they appear to be with this hullabaloo would still want to eventually see an end to all this and not just all talk from some hungry politicians aiming to get more votes in the upcoming elections.

Right now, all we can do as public spectators is to wait and see!

I first read about it on Yahoo! Philippines news. I did not even bother to search Youtube right away for the video where Alec Baldwin allegedly made a joke on getting a Filipino mail-order-bride (during his guesting in The David Letterman Show) until one of the local prime time news broadcasted how much uproar it had caused and that a senator was demanding for a public apology from the actor.

Obviously, this is not the first time a foreign media personality made mention of the Philippines or it’s people in a bad light. Teri Hatcher has once been criticized for saying “Okay, before we go any further, can I check those diplomas? Coz I would just like to make sure they are not from some med school in the Philippines.” in one of the previous episodes of Desperate Housewives.

There’s also the recently infamous article of Chip Tsao, The War at Home, where he called the Philippines a “nation of servants.” Though he later aired a public apology for the incident he was still apparently blacklisted by the Bureau of Immigration.

Now we have another Hollywood celebrity rounding up the headlines for his uncalled for remark.

Now here’s my take on the issue. First, I watched the video not because I want to pass judgement on what Alec Baldwin said, neither because I want to know how I’d feel once I heard about his Filipino mail-order-bride joke. I watched the video out of sheer interest, period!

Second, the context goes something like this: Letterman asked Baldwin if he ever thought about having a big family himself since the latter belongs to a big family. The actor surely answered the question with a Yes. Not bad at all.

Unfortunately, he made the mistake of associating a Filipino mail-order-bride to fulfill such desire. And this is what caused a stir among our folks.

To be honest, I am not sure what exactly Baldwin had in mind when he made that joke. It’ll be much easier to say he’s discriminating against Filipinos rather than say that he might be struggling for a comedic way to answer back Letterman’s question.

But whatever his reason may be, there are only two things: we have our people who got offended and we also have some who just shrug it off.

Personally, I don’t think his remark is acceptable (whether or not it’s a joke) and should just be taken lightly. Whatever our public officials are doing in response to the actor’s statement is just right. But we cannot also deny the fact that some foreign nationals clearly picture Filipinos as domestic helpers, inadequate professionals, or mail-order-brides.

Now, what can we do as individuals to alleviate this notion?

Since I moved back to my parent’s house nearly a month ago (to have someone oversee me while I’m waiting for my firstborn’s delivery and now while I’m recovering) I have not been getting myself updated with the American Idol season 8 hopefuls. The last episode I’ve seen was when Scott MacIntyre got eliminated.

Like many other avid viewers I have my own favorite, and that is Adam Lambert. I’ve been rooting for him since the beginning of the season. I’ve not seen his audition piece until he got into the final 12 though but thanks to Youtube for easily giving me access of the show’s episodes!

Today as I look into American Idol official website, I was surprised to find out that one of the crowd’s favorite since the season started, Danny Gokey, got eliminated, leaving Adam Lambert and Kris Allen competing for the next to be hailed as the newest Idol.

Who's going to be the next Idol?

I’ve nothing against Kris Allen. In fact, I think he’s got the talent, plus the good looks to make him a sought-after artist. I just thought that it’s gonna be a battle between Gokey and Lambert in the end. After all, they almost always get the nicest feedback from the 4 Idol judges.

Nevertheless, the season’s not yet over until the winner is announced. While I did not catch the previous episodes, I’d be looking forward for the season’s finale. Who knows what other surprises awaits me and everyone else who religiously watch the show. My heart still goes for Adam, just like as it was with David Cook!

Finally, after 9 months of waiting my first born greeted the world hello on April 22 at exactly 8:12 AM.

Whew! It was a bit of a long labor that started in the wee hours of April 21. I thought I’m gonna give birth anytime between 12 MN and 5 AM on that day because I was already experience recurring labor pains. While the contraction was still tolerable at that time, I was heavily praying the baby will not come out anytime that day because I was so scared to be rushed to the hospital especially because my OB was on a week convention somewhere in the North.

Anyway, while I was admitted already on April 21st at 11 PM due to short intervals of contractions, it was not until the morning of the following day that the actual birth happened.

Below are some pictures of my newborn which I am so elated to share with you!