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While we all know that plastic surgery is becoming more popular, what we do not know is exactly why so many are seeking surgery as a solution. Are they just taking the easy route when diet and exercise can often accomplish the same goals as some surgeries? "I think that most plastic surgery is done because people lack self confidence, and by enhancing certain aspects of one’s physical appearance they think they can somehow gain that self confidence back," Chemical engineering junior Blake Kliebert said. "God made us all the way we are for a reason, and we shouldn’t be judgmental of ourselves because we are all equal in His eyes." Local resident Stephanie Aymond, 28, compared her generation’s young adult years to today’s young adults. "People in my generation weren’t getting plastic surgery in high school or even right after," she said.
Tamara N. Shope: Albuquerque dishes up sizzling news
I anticipate the sound of a collective tummy rumble this week, because much of the news I have to share has to do with the restaurant scene. And, boy, is it juicy. Up first, there's something many of us have been waiting more than a year and a half to hear: Central Avenue has an O'Niell's Pub again. After some lease issues in December 2004, owner Rob O'Niell closed his pub at 3211 Central Ave. S.E. But on Friday, he unlocked the doors for a "soft opening" at the new spot, 4310 Central Ave. S.E. That means a big, grand opening celebration is in the works. That one is planned for sometime later this month. If you're interested in popping in for those festivities, keep an eye on the pub's Web site: www.oniells.com. Also on the site is information about how to apply for a job, pub hours and more (a menu is coming soon).
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