From the Philippine Daily Inquirer
By Gilda Cordero-Fernando
http://lifestyle.inquirer.net/relationships/relationships/view/20100912-291732/When-I-grow-up
It is following your heart rather than your guilt
I WANT to be like you when I grow up.” -Cheche Lazaro to Jetro Rafael, 30-year-old chef-patron of Van Gogh and a bi-polar who cured himself.
Recently, in one of those titillating surveys that lifestyle pages like to conduct, some older women were asked if they would agree to dating much younger men.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Thursday, December 16, 2010
More On Boudoir Portraiture
In the recent post about Boudoir Photography, Pinay Cougar preferred the lens of the late Toch Arellano for such a project. Having scoured the blogosphere for a photographer to take on the task, methinks that there's a hands-down winner. Her name is Leah A. Valle. She is also known as the 13thwitch.
One just has to view her portfolio to see that this photographer from Davao would do well to immortalize those bedroom poses of Pinay Cougars.
All praises for the 13thwitch, Leah Valle! The only setback now is that her studio is in Davao. Oh well, might as well sched a trip to Davao one of these days.

One just has to view her portfolio to see that this photographer from Davao would do well to immortalize those bedroom poses of Pinay Cougars.
All praises for the 13thwitch, Leah Valle! The only setback now is that her studio is in Davao. Oh well, might as well sched a trip to Davao one of these days.

Contact Information
Please send an email to leahvalle@gmail.com
or contact Leah through mobile no. +639282421900
Address: Blk38 Lot10 Pujada Drive Cor Jolo Street,
incent Heights, Damosa Davao City Philippines 8000
How to Date a Cougar Woman

Deciding that you're ready to date a cougar is the first step into a new dating arena. The rules are pretty much the same as dating younger chicks, but there are a lot of subtle differences that we'll try to help you with in this short but sweet web guide.
Where to find a cougar date?
So you're ready to date a cougar but where are you going to find her? Sure, you see potential cougars everywhere, on the subway, in the supermarket, on the bus, at the mall - but are they really cougars? Or are they just hot older chicks with angry husbands waiting to kick your ass?
If you're a fearless cougar hunter please go ahead and take your chances by approaching the next hot older woman you see in public. It's a risky business though and you're on your own because this guide into how to date a cougar steers clear of such unreliable methods.
Here we recommend the two proven places to meet a cougar woman: 1). the bar and 2). online dating sites.
Finding a cougar to date in a bar should be fairly straightforward. More and more cougars are heading into bars and clubs to check out the young cougarbait on offer. So go find them, and when you do, be confident, be cool and remember the reason most cougars are looking for a younger man is because they're bored of the slipper wearing, couch potato guys of their own age. That's why you have to exude energy, fun and sexual appetite if you want to secure a date with a cougar in a bar.
Online dating is also a great tool in your quest to date a cougar. The benefit of online dating is that you get to sound out your cougar for a while first by swapping messages and maybe even photos. You can really get an idea of what your cougar woman is looking for and make sure that if you do go on a date with her, you're likely to be on the same wavelength. The drawback of course is that you don't know how realistic the photos of your cougar really are. You want an older woman but you don't want a shrivelled up prune, right? So there's a balance to be struck and when you date a cougar based on pictures alone you take a chance. But then again, nothing ventured, nothing gained!
Securing your date with a cougar

Some may want a boyfriend - possibly a fit young guy to have on her arm. Now consider...are you ready to be a trophy boytoy? If so then this may be the cougar for you, and the way to secure a date with this kind of cougar is to demonstrate you have long term potential as boyfriend material. Before you approach your target cougar, think about possible ways you can demonstrate value as a potential boyfriend - namely focus on your conversation topics and make sure you stay away from dumbass behavior like discussing your favorite football team. Show that you've got brains as well as youth on your side and you have a much better chance of securing your date with a cougar.
On the other hand, there are a whole bunch of cougars out there who are simply after a good time with a younger guy - a chance to relive their youth and inject some fun back into their lives after 20 years married to a boring old fart. Most guys are looking to date a cougar like this - a hot older chick who's a bit of a good time girl at heart and wants to have some fun with a capital F. The key to bagging your cougar date in this scenario is to keep it light. Avoid the classic serious topics such as religion and politics. Instead talk about some fun things you've been doing lately and especially if they happen to be active sports like surfing, snowboarding or skating. They'll love the idea that you're a fit young guy who knows how to enjoy himself.
One final piece of advice when it comes to getting your date with a cougar - don't ruin the vibe by talking about the age gap like it's some kind of sexual fantasy that you want to explore. Lines like 'yeah, I've always wanted to go with an older babe' are pretty much guaranteed to put you out of the game. Unless of course you have the skill to deliver the line with the right level of ironic humor and sexiness that gets their palms (or is that paws?) sweating.
Where to take a cougar on your first date
There's no big secret to this one. For a first date, it's always a safe bet to go for either a drink or a meal. If you choose to date a cougar who you met online and therefore haven't spoken to much (if at all) it's a good idea to take her to a bar for your first date. You don't want to commit to a whole two or three hour meal with a much older woman if you haven't seen her in person. The sad fact is that she may not look much like her photo, and in that case your dinner date could be one of the most awkward nights of your young life. So go instead to a quiet bar where you can get to know her properly, rather than to a packed out club where you have to shout to be heard. And remember to avoid bars that your friends may be at - that could be a major distraction to you and your cougar.
If you do opt for a dinner date, remember to watch your table manners! Cougar women may be hot mature chicks looking for fun, but they also grew up in an age where manners were emphasised more, so watch your elbows on the table, talking with your mouth full, and of course it's best to avoid the spaghetti.
Finally, just because she's older and probably has more money (thanks to her excellent divorce lawyer) never assume your cougar date should pay for the meal. If she really insists, let her pay but always be first to get the wallet out and show that you want her for who she is (body and mind) not what she can do for you. Play it right and your date with a cougar could turn into a night you'll remember for a long time to come.
from : http://www.dateacougar.info/
Saturday, October 30, 2010
Interested in Modeling? It’s Not Too Late!
Last 2009, a 51-year-old model set the fashion scene buzzing on twitter. According to news reports, ex- Chanel model, Ines de la Fressa, “stole the show” at the the Spring 2009 Gaultier show.
The lights are finally coming on as the fashion industry is beginning to turn its head to the “real” women who have the purchasing power for all these products being rolled out. After all, it's us who do most of the buying.
Lately new modeling agencies are popping up that specialize in “older” models. With this, there is still a chance to fulfill your lost dream of modeling!
Many older women are serving as an inspiration for women who want to start their career in modeling, but think it may be too late. We are always excited to see real women, as opposed to super tall, super skinny, teenage string beans modeling clothes meant for the masses. The beauty industry seems to be starting to embrace mature models, as evidenced by the new TV reality show She’s Got The Look, which features women over 35 attempting to break into the fashion world a la America’s Next Top Model. The New York Times also made this feature :
http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/galleries/models_over_40/models_over_40.html
We encourage any woman with a dream to go after it! We searched the web for and spotted this 40+ model mom who looks gorgeous in a pose which easily reminds us of Dawn Zulueta. Ladies, meet Melanie Velez Trani. Ain't she fabulous?!
*Melanie's photo and set card can be found at http://istudio.com/24356
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The lights are finally coming on as the fashion industry is beginning to turn its head to the “real” women who have the purchasing power for all these products being rolled out. After all, it's us who do most of the buying.
Lately new modeling agencies are popping up that specialize in “older” models. With this, there is still a chance to fulfill your lost dream of modeling!
Many older women are serving as an inspiration for women who want to start their career in modeling, but think it may be too late. We are always excited to see real women, as opposed to super tall, super skinny, teenage string beans modeling clothes meant for the masses. The beauty industry seems to be starting to embrace mature models, as evidenced by the new TV reality show She’s Got The Look, which features women over 35 attempting to break into the fashion world a la America’s Next Top Model. The New York Times also made this feature :
http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/galleries/models_over_40/models_over_40.html
We encourage any woman with a dream to go after it! We searched the web for and spotted this 40+ model mom who looks gorgeous in a pose which easily reminds us of Dawn Zulueta. Ladies, meet Melanie Velez Trani. Ain't she fabulous?!
*Melanie's photo and set card can be found at http://istudio.com/24356
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Monday, October 25, 2010
Hayden Kho Launches His Perfume Line
Hayden Kho launched his line of perfume last Thursday, October 21, 2010.
With his medical license revoked due to the Katrina scandal, Hayden aims to be the first legitimate perfumer in the Philippines as there are none so far in this country. The perfume line is aptly called, Hayden.
For the past months, he has been learning all he can about perfumery and scents.
He collaborated with Greg Banzon who is with RFM company. They discussed several business options but Hayden stressed that he wanted a beauty-related one. After looking through several beauty products, Hayden finally decided on perfumes.
No, he is not partnering with Dr.Vicky Belo, but instead put up his own company called Inovacao da Vida, Inc. meaning innovation of life in Portuguese. For Hayden, it holds a special meaning since it means you can change your life, you can innovate life. You’ve probably done a lot of wrong things in the past, but you can change things and make life better.
Hayden also contacted Takasago (Fragrance Creation Center in Paris) and asked them if they could hook him up with Yves Tanguy. Yves is the professor of fragrance creation in Versailles.
Hayden trained with them. "All the raw materials for fragrances were there. They taught us and tested us. I can’t say I’m an expert though, I’m not yet a nose. But I’m learning and training, and hopefully, someday, I will fulfill my fantasy of being the first perfumer in the Philippines."
The special edition is called Amberwoods and Rose Petals, and it’s in black.
The price for Hayden perfumes:
P680 for 100ml
P460 for 50ml
P280 for 120ml of tall PETs
Accoding to Hayden Kho, the bottles are very nice and very classy. Pefumes will be available in Hayden kiosks in the malls as well as in Watsons.
With his medical license revoked due to the Katrina scandal, Hayden aims to be the first legitimate perfumer in the Philippines as there are none so far in this country. The perfume line is aptly called, Hayden.
For the past months, he has been learning all he can about perfumery and scents.
He collaborated with Greg Banzon who is with RFM company. They discussed several business options but Hayden stressed that he wanted a beauty-related one. After looking through several beauty products, Hayden finally decided on perfumes.
No, he is not partnering with Dr.Vicky Belo, but instead put up his own company called Inovacao da Vida, Inc. meaning innovation of life in Portuguese. For Hayden, it holds a special meaning since it means you can change your life, you can innovate life. You’ve probably done a lot of wrong things in the past, but you can change things and make life better.
Hayden also contacted Takasago (Fragrance Creation Center in Paris) and asked them if they could hook him up with Yves Tanguy. Yves is the professor of fragrance creation in Versailles.
Hayden trained with them. "All the raw materials for fragrances were there. They taught us and tested us. I can’t say I’m an expert though, I’m not yet a nose. But I’m learning and training, and hopefully, someday, I will fulfill my fantasy of being the first perfumer in the Philippines."
The special edition is called Amberwoods and Rose Petals, and it’s in black.
The price for Hayden perfumes:
P680 for 100ml
P460 for 50ml
P280 for 120ml of tall PETs
Accoding to Hayden Kho, the bottles are very nice and very classy. Pefumes will be available in Hayden kiosks in the malls as well as in Watsons.
Sunday, October 24, 2010
From Craigslist Manila : Female Bridal Boudoir Photographer (Metro Manila)
Female Bridal Boudoir Photographer (Metro Manila)
Date: 2010-09-28, 11:54PM PHT
Reply to: serv-9zgm6-1977928841@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
As a woman I often take a self portrait boudoir and sometimes nude photography. Admit it, we ladies like to be photographed in nude or in boudoir photos but just to shy to admit it. And since most or shall I say almost all professional photographers here in the country are males. Women are often times embarrassed or if not their other half doesn't like the idea for their wives or girlfriends posing semi nude or nude infront of a male photographer with his male assistant and male lightsman in a hotel room.
I have been a professional photographer for a year handling events from weddings, christening, birthdays, debuts. But my passion lies in nude and Boudoir photography. I have done quite a lot for both Female and (believe it or not) male friends and now clients.
There will be a letter of agreement or contract to be signed by the client. To have no photos of their personal projects to be used on my advertising materials both in print and online unless clients are willing to have their photos feature in my website.
For interested parties: Reply to this add for complete package rates.
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A boudoir is a lady's private bedroom, sitting room or dressing room. The term derives from the French verb bouder, meaning "to pout"
A great deal of "boudoir" is now created in the photographer's studio or in luxury hotel suites, where it has become very fashionable to create a set of sensual images for women in "boudoir style". This often takes the shape of partly clothed images or images in lingerie, and has become more than just a passing fad for brides to surprise their future husbands. Although in the past there were many negative connotations associated with boudoir photography, in recent years the trend has begun to gain momentum, and the entire look of boudoir photography has begun to change.
Bridal boudoir photography is becoming particularly popular. Brides often have an album of boudoir style photographs made as a present for their soon to be husbands. Other common themes for boudoir photography are anniversaries, birthdays, Valentine's Day, weight loss, maternity, any form of body change or alteration (breast augmentation or reduction, etc.), and for soldiers overseas.
---- From Wikipedia
* Location: Metro Manila
* it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 1977928841
Date: 2010-09-28, 11:54PM PHT
Reply to: serv-9zgm6-1977928841@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]
As a woman I often take a self portrait boudoir and sometimes nude photography. Admit it, we ladies like to be photographed in nude or in boudoir photos but just to shy to admit it. And since most or shall I say almost all professional photographers here in the country are males. Women are often times embarrassed or if not their other half doesn't like the idea for their wives or girlfriends posing semi nude or nude infront of a male photographer with his male assistant and male lightsman in a hotel room.
I have been a professional photographer for a year handling events from weddings, christening, birthdays, debuts. But my passion lies in nude and Boudoir photography. I have done quite a lot for both Female and (believe it or not) male friends and now clients.
There will be a letter of agreement or contract to be signed by the client. To have no photos of their personal projects to be used on my advertising materials both in print and online unless clients are willing to have their photos feature in my website.
For interested parties: Reply to this add for complete package rates.
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A boudoir is a lady's private bedroom, sitting room or dressing room. The term derives from the French verb bouder, meaning "to pout"
A great deal of "boudoir" is now created in the photographer's studio or in luxury hotel suites, where it has become very fashionable to create a set of sensual images for women in "boudoir style". This often takes the shape of partly clothed images or images in lingerie, and has become more than just a passing fad for brides to surprise their future husbands. Although in the past there were many negative connotations associated with boudoir photography, in recent years the trend has begun to gain momentum, and the entire look of boudoir photography has begun to change.
Bridal boudoir photography is becoming particularly popular. Brides often have an album of boudoir style photographs made as a present for their soon to be husbands. Other common themes for boudoir photography are anniversaries, birthdays, Valentine's Day, weight loss, maternity, any form of body change or alteration (breast augmentation or reduction, etc.), and for soldiers overseas.
---- From Wikipedia
* Location: Metro Manila
* it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 1977928841
Friday, October 22, 2010
Wizards and Witches at the Marriott Manila : October 30, 2010
A mesmerizing Halloween surprise awaits at Velocity Bar on October 30, 2:00PM, where the little ones are in to experience a delightfully creepy wizard and witches party for only P500 nett. Dress them up with their dream character for a truly enchanting moment while they get a chance to win a thrilling gift for their c...utest and most unique costume. An afternoon filled with spectacular party activity traditions such as the spell binding magic show, artsy face painting, and flashy glimmer tattoo will surely keep them amuse. The kids are also put in the spotlight at the interactive pizza making corner where they will have a great time embellishing their own pizza creations with premium toppings. Preparing a tasty treat has never been this absolutely fun and bubbly!
Lusciously prepared candy apple, choco banana, scary cup cake, marsh mellow, pumpkin pie and other dolled up pastries will surely get the kids into a thrilling Halloween feel. Other toothsome savories of the day are mini burger, mini hotdog, fried chicken, lasagna, bolognese, and mash potato. To partner with these trick or treat event, Californiaberry Non-Fat Frozen Yogurt and Fruit Magic ends the meal with their signature Halloween dessert contenders. As the most-awaited highlight, watch the adorable kids line up and roam around the hotel showing off their creative knacks for “trick or treat”. Up for grabs are dainty and decadent take home goodies courtesy of Nestle Chuckie, Yakult, Universal Robina Corporation, Grand Alpatech Corporation, Leslie’s Corporation, and Liwayway Marketing Corporation. While Enchanted Kingdom, the country’s premiere amusement park brings a truly fascinating experience to all kids and to those truly child at heart with their take home souvenirs to all participants. Capture this most enjoyable day with the whole family as you take home a photo souvenir courtesy of Baicapture.
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