The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled today, Tuesday, Sept. 23, that the California Recall Election can go on as scheduled on Oct. 7. The case may be appealed next directly to the Supreme Court. My oh my, this is turning out to be just like the Ben and J. Lo love affair, or my hair color. You never know what it may be from day to day. By the time you read this, it may have changed again. So stay tuned!

What a wonderful celebration of a Decade of Hope, Service and Compassion. Our hats are off to Jess San Roque for pulling off such a classy 10 Year Gala at the Wyndham Emerald Plaza last Saturday night. The entertainment was sensational, including the Kaleo O’nalani Polynesian Dancers, the Samahan Philippine Dance Company, Armi Guzman and Jocelyn Enriquez, who brought the house down. For the past 10 years, APICAP has been championing the cause of Asians and Pacific Islanders living with AIDS/HIV. Jess, who was involved in a traffic accident the day before, practically refused any medical treatment to make sure “the show goes on.” So my poor sister is on a heavy dose of painkillers ever since and has covered himself with “Salompas,” which is a Filipino brand of heat patch for sore muscles. Talk about dedication. Next time, “for a good cause” means taking care of yourself as well.

The 15th Annual San Diego Rodeo kicks off today at the Del Mar Fairground. Ending on Sunday, the Rodeo is packed with competition, performances, parties and dances, even for a non-Country/Western type of gal like me. For you city slickers, consider a real butch workout like Bronc Bareback Riding (that’s a horse, not a trick), Chute Dogging (as in steer wrestling), Team Roping (not the bondage orgy you’re used to) or Pole Bending (I’m afraid to go there). But if that’s a bit too physical for you, there’s the Goat Dressing, Steer Decorating or Wild Drag Racing. I swear these guys are either really creative or really kinky, but I like their style. Entertainment also includes Rainbow Cloggers from Australia, Ruby Redeye (you don’t make up names like this), and San Diego’s own Kickers Cloggers and the San Diego Men’s Chorus. So go see the Boots & Briefs contest tonight, or the Pool Party hosted by Ophelia Friday afternoon at the Shelter Pointe Hotel. Me, I’m happy just to sit back and watch them cowboys sashay by in their tight jeans!

The Imperial Court’s Emperor Robi and Empress Cristina will officially kick off Reign XXXII — The Court of Charity and Diversity — with an investiture on Sunday, Oct. 19 at Numbers. This is the time that the Monarchs invest their members with royal titles and appoint their cabinet members, including Prime Minster, Chancellor and maybe a Court Jester. Everyone is invited to join the Court at this meeting. The donation at the door is $10, which includes a dessert buffet and entertainment. What to wear? Pretend you are being knighted by the Queen and dress accordingly. Opera gloves are de rigeur.

Have you been to Café W lately? Last week, I went back to the lovely café at 6th and Pennsylvania and found it just as delightful as the last time. The café is always tastefully decorated and presentation of the food is equally exquisite. This urban bistro serves very eclectic fusion food in nice small portions. Just like a “tapas” bar or Asian “dim sum,” this form of dining allows you to sample various dishes and share the experience. Because they do not have a liquor license, chef Chris Walsh concocted an amazing selection of Sake cocktails, including the traditional Cosmo and a tantalizing Passion Cocktail with mango, passion fruit and pineapple mix. But the piece de resistance is the white grape martini, which is garnished with frozen white grapes. I do not normally like raw food, but the paper-thin sliced sea scallop ceviche was so delicate, with lemon grass oil and raspberry vinegar reduction. Plump raspberries added a touch of sweetness to the dish. Try the herb oil-brushed grilled sourdough focaccia and spread it liberally with roasted garlic. Who cares about a hot date when you have delish food like this? I also sampled the Grilled Blackened Shrimp with a white corn/jalapeno/cilantro relish, and the Rock Crab Cake with Asian slaw made with napa cabbage in a red curry aioli. The shrimp were big and crunchy (not overdone) and you actually get lump crabmeat. Equally tasty were the cider braised baby pork ribs with ancho chili, accompanied by a sweet potato and apple salad. Finish off your meal with the awesome warm brownie topped with a smooth vanilla ice cream. So if you haven’t been back to Café W in a while, go and enjoy al fresco dining. I highly recommend tasting something different every time you visit.

BTW, Happy Birthday to the handsome Sam!

The original hit TV reality show — “Survivor” — is back on for its new season, this time set on Pearl Island. For the last few years, “Survivor” has been going downhill and losing its luster. Well, baby, it’s back in a big way. You’ve probably seen the trailer for the show, where the contestants were pushed overboard with just the clothing on their backs. It turns out that ebony hunk Osten was wearing an old pair of boxers with a very loose elastic waistband that kept sliding down. Unfortunately, the Fab 5 was not on hand to come the rescue. But fortunately for us, voyeuristic pigs, we can enjoy little glimpses of his hidden treasure as he runs around trying to pull his pants back up. In frustration, Osten decided to just go buck naked, like Richard Hatch before him without the excess fat. And to show solidarity, the two other male members of the tribe decided to bare it all as well, every time Osten has a problem keeping his boxers up. Did I mention they’re pretty hot-looking themselves? There is something so special about watching straight boys running around in their boxers with their manly pride flopping about while competing for their immunity challenge. I tell you, this is far better than “Boy Meets Boy.” It gives new meaning to “follow the bouncing balls.”

Beginning next Thursday, Oct. 2, I will be hosting “It’s Raining Men” wet underwear contest. Showtime is at 11:00 p.m.-ish, but don’t come late, or you’ll miss the action. Big cash prize to the winner, and I get to take home the men. BUT tonight (Thursday) is the finals of Bacchus House’ SPLASH wet underwear experience. Join Greta and Robi as they bring back past winners and make them shake their booty for the $400 cash prize. I’m coming in my wetsuit.

If Hip Hop is your thang, Numbers is your place on Thursdays. $2 Fosters and $4 LIIT (Long Island Ice T), or enjoy the Male Box in the video bar. Either way, you’ll probably meet some hottie.

While in New York a week ago, I bumped into some TV celebs about town. Seen at evening tea at the Blue Whale in Fire Island Pines was Carson Kressley of the Queer Eye Fab 5. His libation of choice is vodka and cranberry, and he didn’t specify his brand either. Incidentally, Jai Rodriguez is still hosting Twisted Cabaret on Mondays at XL in gay Chelsea in Manhattan.

Also sighted in New York was Robert Verdi, the TV home decorating guru from the show “Surprise by Design.” Robert was dining on a plate of General Cho’s Chicken at Sammy’s Noodle House in Greenwich Village. He dresses exactly like you see him on TV, funky and colorful with an emphasis on bright orange.

This past weekend at the LA Gay Erotic Expo, All Worlds Video had porn stars Barrett Long and Cameron Fox signing autographs. Also seen were Sam Tyson, Jack Ryan, and the legendary Jeff Stryker, who still looks really hot with just a hint of a few laugh lines. And, of course, LA permanent party fixture Bobby Trendy was hovering about among the porn boys. Is there anyplace Bobby doesn’t go to? The poor thing!