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Showgirl Leysi Suarez apologizes for nude pictures on Peru's flag

Living in Peru
Israel J. Ruiz

Leysi Suarez, a Peruvian showgirl and dancer for Alma Bella band made international headlines when a naked picture of her on top of the Peruvian flag was published on the cover of a magazine.

News agencies from Reuters to the Associated Press covered the story while BBC News broadcast a report on the dancer's controversial picture.

While she initially affirmed there was nothing wrong with what she had done and stated she would do it again saying she loved Peru and would show it with her "body and soul", she has changed her mind and retracted her statements.

After Peru's Minister of Defense, Antero Flores-Araoz assigned the case to a public prosecutor and announced that charges would be pressed against Leysi, the Peruvian dancer has stated she is truly sorry.

"It was all Daysi's idea," said Leysi, blaming the woman in charge of 'D Farandula magazine.

Leysi explained she had nothing to do with the idea and was only hired to pose. "Everything was planned beforehand," said Leysi.

"If I have to apologize I will, I don't have any problem, I'll do it one thousand times," said the Peruvian showgirl.

"This experience will serve me to mature and not make the same mistake," said a concerned Leysi.

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# rice and sugar says :
25 July, 2008 [ 15:14 ]

Come on! She did something silly, and perhaps offensive to some Peruvians. But, she does not deserve jail for that. Come on! Let her learn her lesson. How did you expect her to be smart?

# off with head says :
25 July, 2008 [ 15:26 ]

She really didn't think she would have offended some people? The silly-*** needs to be made an example of. She's lucky she didn't do this in some Islamic country where they would have stoned her to death or chop her head off in public. 

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# Luis Ramirez says :
25 July, 2008 [ 15:47 ]

The problems is that silly peruvian girls want to imitate what people in others countries do, where there is no respect for the flag. Must be some kind of punishment in order to make clear that we latinamerican people respect our patriotic symbols.
You can see the stupidity in this beautiful girl, now she is blaming somebody else for something she did. It is insane.
Angry peruvian from New York.

# Fidel Murillo says :
25 July, 2008 [ 17:58 ]

who cares, its a picture and a piece of cloth

# Pictures says :
25 July, 2008 [ 18:21 ]

Have you ever been to a soccer game and watched what people do with flags? From painting it across their body parts, to wrapping it as a hat, to even wiping sweat from their foreheads with it...People need to be reminded of flag etiquette...

# mericorps says :
25 July, 2008 [ 18:32 ]

What incredible ignorance to confused a lump of cotton or polyester for patriotism.

With or without a flag, I will love my country and my flag means very much to me, but that is in my heart so if someone burns it, pees on it or wears it under their bear behind, it changes nothing because I am not so weak or fragile that I think I should fear someone who does not think as I do, or I should punish someone because they do not hold my values.

I consider it a weak and ingorant trait to worship polyester fiber.

# newbrood says :
25 July, 2008 [ 18:35 ]

im peruvian how the hell is this offensive?

# Symbols says :
25 July, 2008 [ 18:36 ]

A flag is a representation of one's country. People pledge allegiance to the flag...meaning the country. Respecting a flag is a demonstration of patriotism.

# Daniel says :
25 July, 2008 [ 18:56 ]

No one is worshipping the actual material or the image itself. The flag could be painted on a stone but that doesn't mean that people will be worshipping the stone.  As Symbols stated, the flag is a represenation of one's country. This is nothing more than a tasteless and disrespectful picture.
Newbrood you don't represent all peruvians simply because you state you are peruvian.  We all don't share your low class values.

# Saurio says :
25 July, 2008 [ 19:03 ]

I don't know Peruvian law.  But I think it is unlikely that there is a law that makes this type of show a crime.  She has freedom of expression and she has the right to excersice it.  I can't believe they are making such a big deal.  I have always liked Flores Araoz, but this time I am not with him.  As far as 'some Islamic country,' it is good we are not like that.  Let's keep it that way.  I believe she deserves no punishment.

# Punisher says :
25 July, 2008 [ 19:18 ]

Well if the Minister of Defense is asking for charges to be brought up against her then obviously some type of law was broken.

Yes, we are lucky not to be under the laws of Sharia. I say just give her 20 lashes in public as she stands over the red part of the flag so the blood won't make a mess.

# Mike says :
25 July, 2008 [ 19:19 ]

Great story to distract people away from problems the government should be working on.

# Oliver says :
25 July, 2008 [ 20:44 ]

Its ok to wrap yourself around your flag etc. but sit and put your arse on it is not on.

# Oliver says :
25 July, 2008 [ 20:46 ]

And she is posing like a whore. she has no right to disgrace our flag to further her career.

# heheho says :
25 July, 2008 [ 22:55 ]

her *** ***** is over the white part of the flag!

# Maritere says :
25 July, 2008 [ 23:16 ]

People:  I don't know if there's a law against what Leysi Suarez did, but there should be....all I know is that it is in extremely bad taste to treat a national flag in this manner.  It shows a lack of decency and decorum.  No one can deny that.....only some non-conformists and irreverent people would make comments like "Newbreed" and "mericorps".  What is wrong with you two! Did you just fly in with "Pluto Airlines"? I'm especially dumbfounded by "Newbreed".....what school did you go to? what kind of upbringing did you have that you don't feel our flag should be respected?  Don't you feel any emotion for it?  This act by Leysi Suarez is especially offensive to Peruvians who are so nationalistic.  It may not raise any eyebrows in the USA if their flag is treated in this manner....but we don't allow that kind of disrespect here.

Also, Leysi Suarez and Daisy (the woman who prompted her to put her derriere on our flag) are a couple of "huachafas"....what do you expect from people like that!

The Farandula publication is probably a low-class publication anyway....so, is it any wonder that they would put her up to doing a dumb, tacky thing like posing naked, sitting on our "rojiblanca"?

I think Leysi should give a public apology and she should learn to love and respect our flag. I hope this is the last time anyone dares to treat our national symbol in this manner.
I agree with "Symbols", "Daniel" and "Oliver".

Fidel Murillo: ......it's not just "a piece of cloth".....it's the Peruvian flag!.....you must be Plutonian also....

# newbrood says :
25 July, 2008 [ 23:57 ]

hahaha your stupid if you think a model posing naked on top of a peruvian flag is offensive She isnt Burning the flag spitting on the flag she isnt doing anything offensive shes just naked if that's her way of showing patriotism let it be ! WHO CARES i pity all of you

# alex says :
26 July, 2008 [ 01:07 ]

I honestly don't know what to think, obviously this was a publicity stunt, but, when you consider all the people who, in peruvian history, have died defending that "piece of fiber" as some well educated people here described the peruvian flag, it makes it a bit difficult to accept this woman's behind (as plump and meaty and attractive as it may be, sorry....i like meat!) resting over it. this type of "artistic expression" is offensive, regardless of how open minded one can be. last time i checked, and of course this was a long time ago, offending or misusing a  patriotic emblem was penalized by peruvian law, of course, i think we all can agree, being a publicity stunt, it has been already succesful.
Again, i honestly don't know what to think, all the talk it has started kind of validates such action, don't you think?
better let it be, it's not worth the time i think.

# General Custer says :
26 July, 2008 [ 06:36 ]

The only crime this girl did was to put her arm across her beautiful ****  ******!!... That really was a real crime against all her fans like me!!... We expect the next shoots to show more... OK!

# bloobloo says :
26 July, 2008 [ 07:43 ]

 the amount of times i have seen people use flags in combat to kill other people in wars...and no one says anything..mmmmmmmm

# David Trajano says :
26 July, 2008 [ 08:47 ]

Não vejo nada de mais uma moça na com a bandeira do seu pais.
Os olticos fazem coisas piores vestidos e não tem uniçõa algma, elas saõ masi nocivos do que uma pobre moça nua. hahahahah

# Boss Hogg says :
26 July, 2008 [ 09:35 ]

For the love of all thats Holy! She posed on a horse naked with a flag OMG OMG OMG OMG! Just send her to me I will make sure she is punished to the fullest extent of the bedroom say for something like 4-6 years . Now come lets get serious is there no rapist, child molesters, murderers or drug dealers over there that is more of a threat then this lady who posed on a horse with a flag naked? The Goverments of the world are very ****** ** it seems these days....

# Aristobulo Lima says :
26 July, 2008 [ 09:45 ]

concordo plenamente com o David trajano, não há nada de mais nesta autêntica manifestação de patriotismo dessa bela modelo em relação ao seu país...
na verdade o que se visualiza é tão somente inveja para a beleza alheia associada a mais atentado a figura feminina...
nós apoiamos Leysi Suarez!
we support Leysi Suarez!
¡nosotros apoyamos Leysi Suarez!
saiba,  Leysi Suarez, que as portas do Brasil estrão sempre abertas para manifestações e pessoas como ti.

# Saurio says :
26 July, 2008 [ 10:14 ]

Do we really want Leisy to apologize for this?  What are we?  If someone does something that we believe to be of bad taste, they must say "I am sorry" or else?  She should go to prision?  What hypocrisy!  People in congress who wear the flag across their chest and steal, hire ghost employees, exchange favors for money, etc, in other words most people in congress, do much worse against Peru.  Regular people who dump garbage on the street, while walking or from their cars, do more harm to our country.  Soccer fans who wear the flag in their heads and then get into street fights and other vandalic activities do much more harm to Peru.  Let's not even talk about Burga.  He is powerful, who will make him apologize?  When people don't help their fellow countrymen, but rather make their lives more difficult everyday, at every customer service desk they do much more harm to Peru.  All those daily fights in congress only meant to win and make the other group look bad with complete disregard to the progress of country... how about that?  Shouldn't they be the one apologizing? 
We may not like Leisy, we may think she is but a dumb 'cumbiambera', we may dislike what she did, but she does not have to apologize and she should not even go to trial.  Must she apologize just because she is weak and not powerful like others who never will?  Do we have to intimidate her just because we can but remain silent when others really hurt our country just because they have power?  That is ridiculous and shameful.  She is a Peruvian who loves her country and she did not mean to provoke anyone or disrespect her country.  I am sure many people don't like many things we do, and we don't have to go out apologizing to everyone for our poor taste or else they will hang us.  People are free to do as they wish as long as they do not hurt, trangress, coerce, or commit any crime against others.  She hasn't.

# General Custer says :
26 July, 2008 [ 10:19 ]

Sorry but I don't speak, don't understand Portuguese!... IF YOU WANT TO LEAVE YOUR OPINION DO IT IN ENGLISH OR MAYBE IN SPANISH... BUT PORTUGUESE??... DON'T BE "HUACHAFO"...ok!!!

# The prevert says :
26 July, 2008 [ 11:24 ]

Send me the flag.....PLEASE!!!!  And hurry!!!!!

# purpleD says :
26 July, 2008 [ 12:50 ]

damn i wish i was the flag she is sitting on !!! ;) viva Peru!

# 24s says :
26 July, 2008 [ 12:53 ]

isnt that the girl from "asi es la vida"?

# Live&Let,Live says :
26 July, 2008 [ 17:38 ]

C'mon People, She made a mistake and Apologizes. Now she should sell the Flag on E-Bay and give the proceeds to Charity.Now start the bidding

# Guillaume says :
26 July, 2008 [ 21:19 ]

Seriously! She did something offensive for some Peruvians but not to the point of being prosecuted. People, there are more important things to worry about in Peru than a dancer posing naked on a flag! Spend your time trying to improve the Human Devlopment Index instead of chasing air! /G

# CapitanDan says :
26 July, 2008 [ 21:32 ]

Ah Guillaume, I see a man of wisdom in your words. Chau my Friend

# JohnH says :
26 July, 2008 [ 21:46 ]

How about my face instead of the Peruvian flag?

# Guillaume says :
26 July, 2008 [ 22:03 ]

CapitanDan, it takes a wise and brave man to call another man a man of wisdom. Cheers!
I reckon JohnH has nothing to do with what i said. (?)
/G

# tony says :
26 July, 2008 [ 22:08 ]

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# Manolo says :
27 July, 2008 [ 02:09 ]

Leyci is the most desired woman actually in Peru, she´s beautiful, a great (siliconed) ass, and big tits, the pics from the magazine show her very bad, ugly, too much photoshp from an amateur designer.
This problem with the flag, is a bad thing for her, appears that this girls have not brain, this is the typical case of a model that receive some bucks and can do anything what the photographer say.
Just remember that this girl was caught leaving a prision, after visiting a Drug king-Pin prisoner.
http://www.chicasperu.com

# Lord David says :
27 July, 2008 [ 11:02 ]

Leysi and the flag, maybe that was a bit too much, but money talks and BS walks.
I know that if she rode my Classic Harley the bike would be worth at least five times more, and my White Buddy Seat would be Priceless!!!!!
Hope she does not do time as I am sure it was not meant in a malicious way.
Leysi ""Muy Linda"!!!
My Spin on that!!

# Splaktar says :
27 July, 2008 [ 12:45 ]

Some colorful comments here.  Good stuff!

I've got no problem with the picture.  People have done a LOT more offensive things to flags than this, specially the Peruvian flag.

Bunch of drama BS.  But you had to think this would cause some drama if you were her.  I mean... Peru is a patriotic and religious country.  There are sure to be many who take offense to this sort of thing.

Perhaps her nearly 'last in the world' education didn't teach her this sort of thing.  What a shame.  As I've said before, stupid acts by Peruvians will only increase over the next 5-10 years.

# Pasatiempo says :
27 July, 2008 [ 20:10 ]

tsk, tsk. The horse wasn't even a Peruvian Paso!!! :))

# Lord David says :
27 July, 2008 [ 20:55 ]

Well at least the horse should have been Peruvian!!

To be a true modern day Lady Godiva I still think she would have looked better on my Blue & White Harley Electra Glide....Minus the flag of course. See you in Miraflores!!!

I am sure this whole deal was money and publicity driven. Since she has apologized maybe it is time to put this matter "Behind" us...No Pun Intended....and let it go...What Say You All??

# Esteban Laureano says :
27 July, 2008 [ 22:12 ]

Sorry but I have to disagree to many of you.  I don't think that there is anything offensive about what Leysi S. did.  It actually makes me love her more.  It must admit it takes a lot of courage to do that.  It just happens when some people in Peru says it is bad, many follow behind.  I garantee that many guys like me in Peru love this pic, of course she dosen't look that great in this pic, but I have seen her myself close, and I tell you she is pretty disireable.  Love and Peace for Leysi.  Eres una bonbon aqui en mi corazon.

# jannas says :
28 July, 2008 [ 04:37 ]

in  any case  she  is  very famous  now, and who knows  maybe  it was her purpose  and strategy for  becoming  famous....she is sexy and everyone will adore  her ...I dont  think  this is offensive because  who knows  how  many of us  make  sex   on the  flag  and noone sees us....

# Collin says :
28 July, 2008 [ 05:02 ]

All of you guys can beat your gums about how it's no biggie that Leysi disrespected the Peruvian flag by virtue of sitting on it...in the raw.  The fact is that none of you  are going to succeed in persuading any Peruvian that there is nothing wrong with that.  You can't impose your devil-may-care views on these conservative and patriotic people. You're free to say that it's ok if some broad sits on your American, Australian, British or Brazilian flag, naked...but no one has the right to make derogatory statements about Peruvians if they feel that Leysi, Daisy and the D'Farandula magazine should be sanctioned for disrespect to their national symbol.

Have any of you ever heard of "flag etiquette"?  Even the US observes "flag etiquette".....things like the US flag is not suppposed to hit the ground, nor be flown after dusk, etc. I once walked across the street to my neighbor and presented him with a new US flag because the one he was flying from his fancy 20-ft. flag pole had faded to a pink and light blue....and was ragged. He apologized and thanked me for the new flag.... and I've never had to buy him another one.

It makes me think, from reading some of the comments above, that many of you are not really acquainted with Peruvian culture.....or even with the "flag etiquette" of your own countries.

Today is Peru's national independence day.....28 de Julio.
I think it would be a good idea to show our respect when posting any more comments.  Thank you.

# pure says :
28 July, 2008 [ 08:31 ]

Seriously? I don't think she should actually get any jail time for this... however I def think she should receive some minor penalty like community service at a retired vets home, or a fine. People can argue its artistic but thats bs. This was like a lot of the "art" of today just a way to grab peoples attention through shock value for the hopes of making some money.

She new it was crude or at least the person telling her to pose knew it wouldnt be accepted and something (Minor mind you) should be done to them for it.

# pure says :
28 July, 2008 [ 08:31 ]

Seriously? I don't think she should actually get any jail time for this... however I def think she should receive some minor penalty like community service at a retired vets home, or a fine. People can argue its artistic but thats bs. This was like a lot of the "art" of today just a way to grab peoples attention through shock value for the hopes of making some money.

She new it was crude or at least the person telling her to pose knew it wouldnt be accepted and something (Minor mind you) should be done to them for it.

# Lord David says :
28 July, 2008 [ 09:20 ]

This is something that will not probably go away anytime soon.

Yes I believe the flag flap was in very poor taste, and like I said it was a stunt to gain publicity for whatever reason. I am a Canadian/US citizen and there would be hell to pay in Canada and more so in the US for being disrespectful to the national symbol.

Case in point when I was living many years in Florida a Canadian flew the Canadian Flag over the US flag on his front lawn and trouble ensued. Hit the news media and much controversy.
Peruvians are no different and just as patriotic.

Leisy has apologized, and her knuckles rapped for this. Maybe community service so she gets the message loud and clear. Many good looking women are used and abused for money driven purposes. As old as time...Sometimes beauty can be a curse!!!

Time to move on and let this one go.

# Saurio says :
28 July, 2008 [ 10:24 ]

People I have talked to do not find this a big deal.  Most don't care, or find it a joke.  I read some do.  How is getting offended by it and demanding punishment part of Peruvian culture?  Clearly not all Peruvians see it the same way.
Sure, some people are entitled not to like it whether in their countries or in Peru.  But that does not mean that not liking it is Peruvian culture.  Nor does it mean that Peruvians that don't find it a big deal are less patriotic.
Flag ettiquete?  Sure, no problem.  Must that neighbor go to prison for that, make a public apology and/or do community service?  Not unless we believe other  people's acts must be subjected to our liking.  There is a place like that in our hemisphere, Cuba.

# Saurio says :
28 July, 2008 [ 10:27 ]

Just wanted to take this opportunity to wish all participants in this thread Felices Fiestas Patrias, Feliz 28.  Que viva el Peru!

# JOE says :
28 July, 2008 [ 15:00 ]

I THINK HER *** LOOKS GOOD ON THE FLAG MYSELF, THE FACE WOULDN'T BE BAD TO SIT ON, GIVE HER A BREAK.

# newbrood says :
28 July, 2008 [ 15:30 ]

"All of you guys can beat your gums about how it's no biggie that Leysi disrespected the Peruvian flag by virtue of sitting on it...in the raw.  The fact is that none of you  are going to succeed in persuading any Peruvian that there is nothing wrong with that.  You can't impose your devil-may-care views on these conservative and patriotic people. You're free to say that it's ok if some broad sits on your American, Australian, British or Brazilian flag, naked...but no one has the right to make derogatory statements about Peruvians if they feel that Leysi, Daisy and the D'Farandula magazine should be sanctioned for disrespect to their national symbol.

Have any of you ever heard of "flag etiquette"?  Even the US observes "flag etiquette".....things like the US flag is not suppposed to hit the ground, nor be flown after dusk, etc. I once walked across the street to my neighbor and presented him with a new US flag because the one he was flying from his fancy 20-ft. flag pole had faded to a pink and light blue....and was ragged. He apologized and thanked me for the new flag.... and I've never had to buy him another one.

It makes me think, from reading some of the comments above, that many of you are not really acquainted with Peruvian culture.....or even with the "flag etiquette" of your own countries.

Today is Peru's national independence day.....28 de Julio.
I think it would be a good idea to show our respect when posting any more comments.  Thank you."

im from peru shut up and stop taking **** so serious

# David Smith says :
28 July, 2008 [ 17:48 ]

Leysi is quite obese. She really needs to go on a diet. I find it hard to believe that she is considered a "model."

# mericorps says :
28 July, 2008 [ 19:31 ]

I stand by my statement, I beleive in my flag, but my faith is not so weak that if someone else does not believe the same as me, I am threatened.  I consider that a product of a weak mind and even weaker belief.

Those weak minded patriots must have doubts about their love of Peru.

# mericorps says :
28 July, 2008 [ 19:33 ]

David,

YOu may want a boney guy or gal, but not me, I want to cuddle and be warm on a cold night with my sweetie.

However, I realize you are of the minority of people who believes that only you have the right answer for everyone and if someone things different from you, they can only be wrong.

There is a word for people like that.

Broken.

# eatme says :
28 July, 2008 [ 20:52 ]

she didn't do anything wrong.

off with the head needs to get his *** back to his ***** country!

# Valdis says :
28 July, 2008 [ 22:41 ]

newbrood: you're so gross.....you're a disgrace to your country. "Collin" made a few points about the futility of some people on this forum trying to impose their views on the majority of Peruvians, relative to their flag. That's all! You definitely sound like the "oddball" among your countrymen. Most people who have posted comments against Leysi posing nude, sitting on the flag are not asking that she be put in jail or given a public lashing. "Pure", "Maritere" and "Collin" are just saying that it was unacceptable for the people involved to use the Peruvian flag for that purpose.  Posing nude, sitting on a national flag is not "art"...it's just plain indecent, if you ask me.

I noticed there are a lot of crude people posting here. How does that contribute to anything?  I find it offensive, as I believe other people do.

# Valdis says :
28 July, 2008 [ 22:41 ]

newbrood: you're so gross.....you're a disgrace to your country. "Collin" made a few points about the futility of some people on this forum trying to impose their views on the majority of Peruvians, relative to their flag. That's all! You definitely sound like the "oddball" among your countrymen. Most people who have posted comments against Leysi posing nude, sitting on the flag are not asking that she be put in jail or given a public lashing. "Pure", "Maritere" and "Collin" are just saying that it was unacceptable for the people involved to use the Peruvian flag for that purpose.  Posing nude, sitting on a national flag is not "art"...it's just plain indecent, if you ask me.

I noticed there are a lot of crude people posting here. How does that contribute to anything?  I find it offensive, as I believe other people do.

# Live@Let,Live says :
28 July, 2008 [ 22:56 ]

If I was the Judge, I would give her a Good Tongue Lashing

# Todd says :
29 July, 2008 [ 00:25 ]

Newbrood:  hey man.....since when are you Peruvian? lol, lol! haven't seen you since we stayed at that crummy hostal in Jose Galvez. What's up! did "Aussie" go back to Cairns?  I was just surfing LIP and found you here....lol, lol....small world, dude.  Call me at Jorge's....I'll be staying at his pad for about a month and then back home.  Did you ever make it to Iquitos?

# HariSeldon says :
29 July, 2008 [ 03:23 ]

LOL my friends just booked a three week holiday in Peru after seeing that photo.  They thought it was viral marketing.    They were headed to Thailand till they showed someone that photo in the pub and they started selling them on how wonderful Peru was.

I wonder if they will cancel ?   They worry about censorship.

# Stash says :
29 July, 2008 [ 10:17 ]

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# Valdis says :
29 July, 2008 [ 17:29 ]

Editor:  I think this topic has been exhausted....it brings out the "crazies" in a lot of lewd characters. I don't understand why people like "Stash", "tony" and "off with head" feel like they can write raunchy profanities here and get away with it. Editor, you missed "live @ let live" and "joe" in my opinion. There are people here who have taken advantage of this topic to show their vulgarity to the max.  It's too bad that you have to be on the alert constantly for weirdos such as the above, who get out of control with their nastygrams, pretty much like people who've had too much to drink and have to be managed.

I guess these people are begging for LIP to cancel the forum. It would certainly ruin it for people who like to post intelligent, decent comments about Peruvian news.

# emily says :
29 July, 2008 [ 23:45 ]

She's welcome to come sit on our flag if Peru's not into free speech. No flag is so righteous it doesn't need to be sat upon occasionally.

Love from the states!

# Lady Godiva says :
30 July, 2008 [ 03:18 ]

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# Rosario says :
30 July, 2008 [ 04:01 ]

"emily": Leysi can sit on your flag, if you like......but not on our flag. The majority of us have great respect for our red and white. Non-Peruvians, just accept and respect this fact, please.

# evolution says :
30 July, 2008 [ 04:55 ]

I'm not offended.  I want more.  Nothing wrong with being naked, and nothing special about any flag.

# Devilmaycare says :
30 July, 2008 [ 11:30 ]

The flag alone is nothing special, not Peru's flag, not the U.S. flag or any other country's but the ideals that these flags and countries represent are indeed very special and should be respected. I wounder if these defenders of the model would feel the same if this were a naked Hugo Chavez on the flag? Wrong is wrong no matter who is doing it. I don't think the woman should go to jail for it but I do feel that she should be punished in some form for her actions. At the very least make a public service announcement about how to respect the flag and the people who fought and died to protect it.  

# right on track says :
30 July, 2008 [ 12:52 ]

As far as I can tell from living in Peru for 3 years, one of the ideals of the country IS well endowed women showing themselves off in a sexy fashion.  I see it every time I walk down the street or look at a newstand.  So I think she WAS representing one of the ideals that the Peruvian flag stands for.

# Humberto says :
31 July, 2008 [ 06:01 ]

"devilmaycare".....I think you do care.  I don't think anybody can say it better now.

"right on track"......you're derailed.

# Winston says :
31 July, 2008 [ 09:47 ]

It was a vulgar display for sure but it got what this "model" heifer wanted: a load of free publicity.

# Jugoshavezz says :
31 July, 2008 [ 10:19 ]

Devilmaycare: rest assured, I wouldn't want to see Hugo Chavez naked --- period. 

# Chaufa says :
31 July, 2008 [ 10:47 ]

I think Winston has it spot on. Nude women disgust me. No one likes to see nude women!

# mericorps says :
31 July, 2008 [ 12:14 ]

Chaufa and Winston,

You guys take the cake, with your pompous holier than though attitude.  if you do not want to see a naked woman, don't look.  I do not want to particularly see one either, but I am not so ignorant nor arrogant that I think I can decide that for everyone based on my personal taste.  Further, your comment about weight just shows you are really morally bankrupt and to be honest, i would be loathe to have a neighbor like you who thinks he is above it all.

And furhter, he in glass houses should not throw stones.

I am sure you are uglier than sin..if not on the outside, within your heart.

# (*%345 says :
31 July, 2008 [ 12:55 ]

Oh for goodness sake!!!! its ONLY a naked woman!!!!!!
some people sound like  Repressed virgins on here ...like they have never seen a naked woman before!
the Human body is beautifull...nothing to be ashamed of.
...well i say... if ya dont like it...then shut your eyes!

# Winston says :
31 July, 2008 [ 15:26 ]

I have no problem with nudity.  I just don't find excessive flab attractive. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and this woman just doesn't do it for me. I couldn't have had a look with my eyes closed, but after a quick gander, I didn't have the desire to linger for long. 

P.S. I get the distinct impression that mericorps is the one with the holier than thou attitude.  No doubt you're a frustrated woman with a muffin top who lives with like 15 cats.

# Sister Mary of the Angels says :
31 July, 2008 [ 16:03 ]

My dear children:  it is so sad that so much time is being wasted on this subject.  Some of you are are going off on a tangent.  The topic here is about the disrespect shown to the Peruvian flag by an entertainer. It is also about indecent exposure in connection with a national symbol. It is not about your opinion about this young woman's body......that is not the point.

I hope and pray that you will not continue this heated debate and will choose to love one another in Peace and understanding. We are here to create a better world whether you're aware of it or not.  Please reflect on these things.....don't be offensive to one another, think before you write.  Let's promote good will among men/women...let's practice Universal Love.  I don't know you.......but I love you all!  May you be enlightened so you can choose Peace before war.  Be good, my children, be good.  There'll be other topics you can discuss in "Living in Peru" and contribute to a better Peru and therefore.....a better World.  God bless and love you all!

# Lord David says :
31 July, 2008 [ 16:20 ]

Sister Mary is right...Just let this go as really it is old news. Leysi is great, Peru is great, Peruvian people are great & I love them...time to make this yesterday's news.

Controversy should now be dimmed. She messed up and the story is stale. This is what this is all about...Called Media play!!!
Great looking lady with issues, but I still might take her home to meet Mama!!!  OK Leysi..You are on!!

There are other issues that need attention now so get to it!!!!!
God Bless!!!

# Winston says :
31 July, 2008 [ 17:17 ]

You're right, Sister Mary.  I went off and did something I criticize others for doing.  Sorry!!!  And Lord David is right: this is old news.

# Lord David says :
31 July, 2008 [ 17:45 ]

From start to whenever this finishes I find this La-Dee-Da a hoot. Probably somebody is laughing all the way to the bank on this one and probably it is not really Leysi. She is a good looking pawn in the big picture. A publicity stunt that was well crafted to get attention albeit not the best kind of attention.

You know Leysi is probably a sweet lady caught up in a roller coaster world that often great looking ladies fall prey to which can take on a life of its own. The spin off is not always pleasant for the main players. Life in the fast lane. Live fast Die hard!

Winston is right, Sister Mary is right, time to close the book. Oh, by the way my Lady Love in the La Perla area is far better looking and has a body to die for....So there!! Trust Me on this One!!!

# simon says :
3 August, 2008 [ 01:33 ]

shes hot

they just wanna keep her in captive! lol, fair play, id love to work in that prison!


let the hottie be free!

# Sister Mary of the Angels says :
3 August, 2008 [ 02:54 ]

Winston, my dear boy, it takes a special man to be able to retract himself.....you're fine.

Simon: as Lord David says: "it's time to close the book".

This topic is useless.

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