Every day we are bombarded with commercials telling us what to eat, how to dress and what we should look like at any given age. I especially like the ones targeted at the "older woman". You know, women with those little crows feet, smile and brow lines and oh, the dreaded sagging neck. I see the before and after pictures and I'm shocked at the thought that these women could go outside and show their faces without the help of
Dr. So and So or the worlds best rejuvenating cream.
What is beauty anyway? Isn't it only what our society says it is. Look at how the definition of beauty has changed. Once a little meat on the bones was considered attractive and desirable. Now thin is in. Having more years behind me than in front of me I don't feel it's necessary to deny myself a sweet or dessert because I won't fit into the bikini. There are plenty of nice one piece suits.
What I'm trying to get at is:
It's o.k. to look your age. Be proud of what you are. Stop buying into the cosmetic industries picture of a woman.
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I had to think about this while I was having my Botox treatment! Only kidding...but I have had botox before and a filler here and there. It's like anything else in life, if you don't go overboard then helping the hands of time slow up a bit never hurt anyone. We all want to look our best or atlast half way presentable. YOu know how good you feel right after you come back from having that grey washed away by the local hair dresser? It is all about feeling good about yourself. If you feel good inside you also want to take care of the outside.
ReplyDeleteNow don't get me wrong...I don't think you have to spend thousands on cosmetic surgery to get that face you always wanted but now no one can recognize you...but if a little shot here and there does a body good...I say go for it!