Let’s see how many brave men out there are willing to answer this series of Man Cave questions.  And if you are too scared then you can always answer anonymously. None the less we are all dying to know the answers.

My how the times have changed.  Now days we see women that have been in television for decades and suddenly turn up looking unrecognizable.  In some instances it’s very dramatic and morphed looking.  Even a few male stars are attempting to dip their feet in the fountain of youth.

Soooo….

What do you think about women that have had extreme enhancements done to their face and body?

We see the whole duck lips and cat face becoming more popular with women. Do you like this look and is it going too far? In your opinion, does it look natural?

And if your girlfriend or wife is getting these types of procedures… is she asking your opinion before she gets them done?? …if not do you feel like your opinion should be considered?

Lastly, would YOU consider a little nip and tuck?

Cindy and I recently had the opportunity to meet with Dr. Ravi Somayazula in a relaxed social setting. It’s funny how you can gain a different perspective on a doctor when you get them outside of the office. We found Dr. Ravi to not only have a great passion for what he does but also to be quite the charming bachelor with a great sense of humor. We all agreed that while we were all 3 there for work related business, it didn’t seem like work because we were having such an enjoyable evening.

From a young age, Dr. Ravi showed an early interest in physiology and anatomy and his grandfather encouraged to become a doctor. He grew up in New Jersey and went to medical school in New York. Then he went on to complete his General Surgery Residency at the University of Massachusetts and his Fellowship in Plastic Surgery at Lahey Clinic/ Brigham Women’s Hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital at Harvard. Dr. Ravi is the first doctor in his family, an only child and the only grandson. He confesses with a boyish grin that he loves being the only one because he has been so spoiled and loves the attention he gets from his parents. He says he is a momma’s boy and talks to his mom everyday. How sweet! I love that!!!

While in medical school, Dr. Ravi became more drawn to Plastic Surgery because he realized that it was about so much more than making things beautiful. He has done many missions to Ecuador helping burn victims and with Operation Smile where he did cleft lip and palate surgeries. Dr. Ravi believes that reconstruction surgery impacts people medically and emotionally in profound ways. He finds it to be a very fulfilling field.

In general surgery there are proven methods of how to successfully perform surgery on the body, but with plastic surgery, there are cutting edge, innovative and creative ways to get amazing results. It is really more of an art form that allows many different methods to achieve your goal. On his website he says “Cosmetic surgery truly is a combination of science, art, and safety.”

Dr. Ravi says that he especially enjoys doing bodywork such as mommy makeovers. He really understands what women’s bodies go through to bring children into this world. For 9 months during pregnancy everything stretches and grows and then after giving birth, it all has to shrink back down again. With each child and with age, it is more of a challenge for the body to accomplish that amazing feat.  Many times women are left with sagging breasts and loose skin on their stomachs, arms and thighs. Dr. Ravi wants to help women feel better about their appearance after having children. I think that the bond he has with his own mom makes him especially passionate about this kind of surgery.

If you are considering plastic surgery in the future, you owe it to yourself to meet Dr. Ravi. He practices at Azul Plastic Surgery located at 3531 Town Center Blvd. South, Suite 102 in Sugarland, TX, 281-242-1061. For more information, you can check out his website at: BodyByRavi.

I come from a family of females. Of course, at one time, men were in the mix but due to untimely death and divorce I grew up surrounded by strong women. The simple word “exercise” sends off a round of excuses in my family sounding like a firing range! But to conquer the times when motivation lacks, they use the Fitness Buddy System. It’s nothing new or fancy and it works on so many levels.

The right buddy or team will motivate and energize you to give it your best! Nothing is worse than being asked if you did your part and having to answer, truthfully “NO.” That’s never a good feeling.

“I have always been the skinniest daughter” is a line that my Mother always uses when she gets on a health kick. Her goal is to simply live a healthier lifestyle, not be on the cover of Sports Illustrated.  I say any motivation is good motivation.

When you see results - It boost your confidence level. But when others notice the fruits of your labor, that is when you really get a sense of PRIDE! Healthily competition is part of everyday life, so why not use it to your advantage during your quest for a healthier you.

Relationships are born and thrive during controlled adversity, because it is a battle where you fight together for a common goal, The betterment of one self.

Ten years from now you will remember the stretching, sweating, laughing and the occasional spurts of drama. I have witnessed this in every ladies group I have ever lead. Most come into these Total Body Conditioning classes as individuals, but everyone leaves with a sense of being part of something bigger than herself. Part of a real T.E.A.M.

So… Make the leap! Grab a buddy or group of friends and together make goals to eat cleaner, get outside, exercise more and do various activities that enhance your life by relieving stress. Remember that being “fit” comes in all shapes and sizes. No matter what your unique situation is, the ultimate goal is to live a longer life filled with good health, more happiness, and stronger relationships with your family and friends.

Joshua (JP) Parish

Evolutionary Fitness

FitnessHasEvolved.com

Josh@FitnessHasEvolved.com

We found this delicious “Skinny Girl” inspired cocktail. It will be perfect for the upcoming summer months. It is simple to make and without the added sugar it is good for your physique and makes you feel better on those hot sticky days! Seriously what is wrong with having a beverage to help get you through those hot stressful days?

Enjoy:

• 1-2 bottles of white wine. Sauvignon Blanc is perfect.
• 2 ripe peaches, sliced.
• 1-pint raspberries.
• 2 kiwis.
• Several sprigs of mint
• Stevia, NuNaturals Alcohol Free Stevia.

Add the sliced fruit and mint to the wine and add several squirts of Stevia until desired sweetness is reached. Let it sit for at least an hour in the fridge to let the flavors infuse. If you prefer, you can freeze half of the fruit and add right before serving so it can act as ice cubes in the Sangria.

“You fall in love with the most unexpected person at the most unexpected time.”   Unknown

Honestly, I did not expect this to happen at all. When I divorced, I was convinced that I would never have any kind of serious relationship again. I didn’t want to go through the emotional turmoil that I had experienced during my marriage. I was convinced that relationships had to be rough and I was perfectly fine being single for the rest of my life. Then along came this man that turned my world upside down in the best way possible and captured my heart. Next thing you know, we are doing a “couple’s photo shoot”! I definitely did not see this coming.

I look at these photos taken by the Very Uniquely Gifted photographers, Bonnie and Gabriel Al-Rifai of 2 Birds Photography and think who is that woman who looks so content? I can’t believe it’s me! This incredible man has opened my eyes up to so much more love than I thought was possible. I have learned that relationships can be amazing. I want to encourage all who fear that true love is just for the movies. It is possible to find that person that loves you just as much as you love them and when you do, it will be worth all you went through to get there.

Ronny and I have been together for 2 years and have been photographed by many people but I have never seen photos like this. I am so glad that we agreed to connect with these 2 Birds! Their approach to a couples photo shoot fit us perfectly. No awkward poses, no fake smiles, it was just Ronny and me being exactly who we are and loving our lives together.

I will treasure these captured moments of our laughter and love. I know that one day, I’ll be able to look back at these photos and see that this was just the beginning of a wonderful life together.

Natalie Weakly is an Image Consultant at Signature Style. She is absolutely great at helping clients project the best version of themselves through image and brand consulting.

Aegeia Eye Cream is a great choice if you’re looking for an eye cream. I had some problems with dry skin on my eyelids that had persisted for almost a month and in one use this cream took care of the problem. In fact, I love the whole line of skin care.

MERIDA Fine Custom Jewelry recently custom made the engagement ring for my son. I can’t say enough about how pleased he and his fiance were with the design. It is stunning!!

Louis Vuitton Save It Cuff Bracelet is absolutely gorgeous! We would love to be wearing one of these!

Cork Pops is a super fast and easy to use method for getting that bottle of wine opened fast! You never know when you’ll have a wine emergency!

For all of our pet lovers dreading the upcoming season of shedding, the Furminator works great as a de-shedding tool! You will notice a difference. It even comes in different sizes!

Cubo Tempranillo wine from Spain! Recently “wine of the week” at Specs!

Backstreet Cafe in Houston where my son proposed to his fiance. They did an outstanding job of helping him make it a memorable occasion.

Happy Mother’s Day to all!

This video, Mirrors, by Justin Timberlake proves why we think he’s still got it going on! Get some tissues!

How do you identify yourself?…Career? Family? Others Opinion’s? Achievements? There are so many ways we can all choose to describe the real us. I was a very lucky little girl. While my parents divorced at a very early age, there was something they had in common; they both made me believe that anything was possible. They told me I could be anything I wanted. Now there’s also something they had in common. Neither one of them, to truly no fault of their own, gave me a road map of how to achieve the impossible dream. In fact, while I was dreaming big, I was missing all of the great concepts in school that may have given me a leg up. I guess I just thought magically all of these great opportunities would knock on my door and why not? …After all, I was such a great catch!

The one that I struggle with often, and perhaps you can relate, is allowing myself to be identified by what others think if me. I’d like to quote one Maria’s reviews when she was CBS Morning Anchor :

“Forrest Sawyer…is partnered on the program with Maria Shriver’s hair. Shriver does not look as if she cares about the answers to many questions except “Where’s my brush?”   and “What time will Arnold be home?” She sucks in her cheeks and deflates her face, looking a little like one of those cartoon characters who got slipped a dose of alum.”

Learning to look in the mirror and see something special that perhaps no one else in this world may ever see, HAS to be enough. If we don’t like what we see, then by all means we need to make a road map to achieve those personal goals. However, make sure you’re your only critic. Also, understand that being a perfectionist, doesn’t mean the we or the world is perfect. We are a work in progress. 

Things I wish I would have known: