Getting older ie....WRINKLES
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| Tue, 08-05-2003 - 5:07pm |
Developed an Eating Disorder when I was around 21, 22 and suffered with it for 20 yrs. Recovered now for 6 yrs. I am in a very very good place now.
I love my life, my marriage, everything, except getting older. I totally lost my youth to my illness and now that I am enjoying life and want to have fun, now come the wrinkles.
My marriage is better than it ever was, wouldn't change a thing about it, I just want my youth back, which I KNOW I can't!!! And it pisses me off. I try hard not to think about it, but there are times like now that it gets to me.
I am in the best shape physically (cause I work out 2-3 times a week) and mentally than I ever was, except for the WRINKLES.
I am having a real hard time with this, but I can not afford any of those costly procedures.
I am trying my best to go out and enjoy myself by getting involved in lots of things, but that doesn't stop time from showing on my face.
Just venting, and maybe hoping somebody can give me some wise advice on how to deal with this.

Barb
Hugs
Mary
I have only a few tiny lines under my eyes, and those vertical expressions lines from my nose to my mouth and that's it.
On top of that when most people learn how old I am, they get this amazed look on their faces and tell me they would of never thought I was that old. Some can't believe I have a 21 yr old daughter and otheres would of guessed I was in my mid to late 30's, when I am 48, 49 this October.
So what am I complaining about???????????? I just don't like it. Period..........
Can't stop the age thing from happening, I know.............. BUT...............
At least see a dermatologist, maybe there is something topical you can use to firm things up a bit, sort of a chemical facelift. But remember, there are more wonderful things in this life than there are sad things, so go grab the gusto and put your "best face" forward! Good luck! Now go hug your hubby!!!
Hugs, Pam
Hugs, Barb
You are right, obsolutely............
I've been getting alot of attention of other men,(whick I didn't get before) have to admit it boosts the ego. But like I said my guy is the best.
Doesn't it feel great when those sort of things happen???
I guess, like you and others including my hubby, says I am totally nuts for worrying so much especially since I look so much younger than I really am.
I've even been mistaken for my husband's daughter. That didn't set too well with him...
But sure did alot for me...............
Thanks for the support.................Julie
Sometimes I get a little jealous or envious of ladies who look better than me but then I stop and think...."are they happier than I am"!! Plus just getting over having cancer in my vaginal walls and doing the whole radiation thing....I'm just glad to be alive and happy and having a wonderful hubby, kids and grandkids. I used to be sooooo hard on myself, but the cancer changed all that for me. Now I relish every day and think about all the good things..and try to ignore the bad. Keep in touch....I think your pretty funny too..and probably gorgeous!!
HUgs, Barb
So sorry to hear about your cancer. I know what's it like, not first hand, but my father died from it in 2000. We took care of him, when all the experts told him there was nothing they could do, found it too late.
Couldn't stand the idea of him being in a nursing home so he came home with us until he passed away 8 months later.
But so gald you are doing well, see I see things alittle different than you. My illness could of been life threathening too, and now that I am back healthy again...well....won't go there..............
My hubby and me will celebrate our 30th in Sept. In the real world I couldn't ask for more (except maybe more money?????LOL). Can't believe it's been that long. Time sure flies by.............
Barb.
Quote" We woman are like fine wine....we just get better with age!"..
Something to think about?????