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The Malecon in Santo Domingo on Sunday @ 5:43pm

Last night was the Miss Universe Pageant. In Latin America pageants are a very serious affair. As is usually the case, Latin America was the dominate region out of the final five contestants. Miss Venezuela won, but Miss Dominican Republic placed a very respectable 2nd runner-up. I was not feeling Miss Dominican Republic this year, but then what do I know. I was originally rooting for Miss U.S.A. (until she fell during the evening gown competition!), Miss South Africa and Miss Mexico. I was shocked when Miss Puerto Rico, a perennial pageant favorite, didn't make the cut. Heads will roll. Anyway, congrats to Miss Venezuela.

Next week is the real contest, Mr. Republica Dominicana bodybuilding contest. Those chicks don't want it. I can't wait!!!!!

I have gotten some great emails with information about credit card fraud, that I wrote about earlier. In one email a reader told me how after being the victim of credit card fraud several times (not solely in the D.R.), he decided to start using pre-paid debit cards when traveling. For those interested, you can click here for more information.

I usually get some strange requests, but then that is mostly from inquiring tourists. This is the first time that I have had a Dominican send me an email (with photos!), text messages and CONSTANT phone calls. I get some messages from Dominicans, but they are usually discreet. Either they live in the D.R., and want to ask questions. Or, they live outside of the country and want some info. But I have never met someone so, well direct. I am not going to put up the pictures he sent me, but you can see who he is by going on to his Hi5 page. He has his profile marked as private, so you must become his friend before you can see the photos. Happy hunting!

With the Olympics coming up it is time to get acquainted with some of the Dominican athletes who will be competing. In this case, re-acquainted. Checkout the video below for Felix Sanchez.