Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Hugh Jackman On Love, Marriage and Building His Family Through Adoption

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Hugh Jackman met his wife Deborra-Lee Furness when he was 26 and she was 38, they got married two years later. I first heard their story in an interview Hugh had with Katie Couric, where he revealed that he and his wife tried IVF and his wife had a couple of miscarriages. After that tough period, the couple decided to go the adoption route to become parents. In a recent feature on Good Housekeeping, he goes into more details. Here are some excerpts;

Marriage Avowals - Lancelot Imasuen and Wife, Osas

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Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, one of Nollywood's foremost directors, also tries his best to get things right in his marriage. He got married to his wife, Osas, six years ago, and they have three children. Lancelot says his initial dream was to get married at the age of 27, but it took almost an extra 10 years to meet the right person and actualize the dream. Their marriage avowals below,

Vacation Time - Dr Sid and Girlfriend Visit the Eiffel Tower in Paris

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When in Rome, you're advised to do like the romans, and it seems Dr. Sid took that to heart during his vacation in France with his girlfriend. Starting his pictures as 7 days in Europe and with tags including #lovemine #holiday #tourist, the two have been dining and breakfasting on french style croissants, visiting the Eiffel tower, and most important of all, enjoying Paris, the city of love.

Couple Love - The Ekeindes at Nollywood Celebrates Omotola

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Omotola Jalade Ekeinde turned up with her husband, Captain Matthew Ekeinde, to receive her accolades at the event organized to acknowledge her achievements in the industry. Her dress is lovely and her husband perfectly complements her in his black tie. One more picture below.

Monday, August 5, 2013

Kerry Washington Debuts Wedding Ring at Scandal Press Tour

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Kerry Washington hasn't said much nor granted an interview since her secret wedding to NFL star Nnamdi Asomugha in June. However, for those who may still be doubtful, she showed off her diamond wedding ring for the first time while attending the Television Critics Association’s Summer Press Tour for ABC's Scandal, along with her co-stars below.

Oprah With Big Afro Talks About Hair in New O Magazine

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Oprah is known to have long healthy hair, but her hair is rarely seen without being straightened. Last August for the first time, Oprah showed off her natural curls on the cover of O magazine. She has done it again this August and inside the magazine this time will be a hair extravaganza - how to grow it, blow it, awesomely 'fro it, boost the bounce, beat the frizz, handle the grey, etc.

Couple Love - Michelle Obama Wishes Barack Happy Birthday

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Using her FLOTUS twitter profile, Michelle sent a teasing love note to President Barack Obama on his birthday, August 4. She tweeted, "Happy birthday, Barack! Your hair's a little grayer, but I love you more than ever. -mo. They've been together now for over 20 years, more love and happy birthdays to the President and Michelle :)

See the tweet and the cute black and white oldie picture Michelle shared with her tweet below, and the one she shared for #throwbackthursday last week - their daughters, Sasha and Malia, were still toddlers in the picture.

14 Things to Know About Season 3 of Scandal Coming October 3

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Scandal, and Kerry Washington's Olivia Pope are returning this Fall on October 2 for season 3 of the TV show! When the show starts, only 22 minutes will have passed between the second-season finale and the start of season 3, so we will still see the outcome of Olivia Pope being outed as President Fitz's mistress. Personally, I want to know more about her father being the head of a secret agency and who really is Olivia Pope? How did she get to where she is?

Woman Offers $10,000 To Any Friend That Helps Find Her a Husband

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It sounds like a joke, but it's real. After reading Lean in by Sheryl Sandberg, a book for women to take charge of their work lives, this lady in San Francisco decided to also take charge of her marriage prospects. She is offering a reward of $10000 to any of her friends who introduces her to her future husband - the money would be paid on their wedding day.

I would have said, pay $1000 annually for the first 10 years, because what if a so-called friend colludes with a fake husband to fleece her of her money, and she's hit with an annulment after the money is paid? Read her letter below, and would you ever offer a reward or openly ask friends and family to help you find your wife or husband?

Minku Design Launches New Website With RML Giveaway

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Minku is a Nigerian maker of quality goods established in 2011 and specializing in leather bags for men and women. Minku founder, Kunmi was a computer science research consultant when she discovered that she really enjoyed designing and creating everyday items. Now over two years old, Minku continues to define a fresh sub-Saharan aesthetic through its subtle use of cultural elements and artisan approach to contemporary bag making. You can find Minku products at the Nike Art Gallery in Lagos and the Minku online store.