I have no problem being my age. I also have no control over the process of growing older. However, no one said I have to accept the grays, the flab, the age spots etc….My arsenal is small but mighty for me and serves my purpose.

I judge no woman for wanting to recapture a youthful appearance, especially if your heart and mind are on the same page. The way one may decide to achieve it is a personal decision. If a woman or man wants Botox or fillers, go for it. It’s about being happy with who you are, and yes looks are a part of that equation. I am no judge on what works for others. All I know is that a little hair color and highlights works for me, and I go no where without makeup.

To say I am vain is correct, and if you do your hair, nails and wear makeup, guess what, so are you. Vanity comes in different degrees and monetary commitment. I for one used to spend money at the salon and found that I covered my grays better than they did. So I do my hair, and get many complements on the results. My makeup routine is pretty simple. Cleanse, moisturizer, light powder foundation, blush, liner, shadow, brow fill in and mascara.

I have it down to an art and I am done in about 15 minutes. Once again, to each his own, but I have better things to do then spend endless time in front of the mirror. Aging gracefully is not a term used as much as it was when my mom was 61. But then 61 now is a lot different from back then.

Sure, 61 can be the new 51 or 41 if you want to go there. However, I’m a reasonable person. As long as I can breathe, I will try to look the way I feel. For me, that is important and part of who I am as a woman. So maybe aging gracefully really isn’t part of my vocabulary! I’m good with that!