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The Story of Your Face

April 20, 2012 by Tracey 6 Comments

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Occasionally, I see pictures of famous actresses or popular singers who, due to aging, have had some work done on their faces. While at some level I can understand the desire to remain physically attractive, especially in an industry that puts a high value on outward beauty, I often find the look to be artificial. It’s like the years they’ve already lived have been erased and they’re starting all over again with tight skin and a flawless complexion.

While I’ll smooth on some makeup any day, I don’t think I’ll be signing up for Botox® or a face lift.

After all, I might miss the laugh lines I’ve received from chuckling over funny things our children have said and done.  And those wrinkles that have developed from nights spent nursing a sick child somehow look appropriate. The crows’ feet that came from squinting into the sun while watching the girls play on the playground only add more character, I suppose.

At my age, the years spent living are beginning to write their story on my face.  And while it may not be as smooth and polished as that of some movie star’s, it’s a sweet reminder of all that’s passed before.

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  1. Aurie{OurGoodLife} says

    April 20, 2012 at 11:08 am

    I agree!! Although, I must admit to pulling out a stray gray hair here and there – I think that while I'm comfortable with wrinkles, I'll want to hide the gray!

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    • Tracey says

      April 20, 2012 at 11:14 am

      Oh, yes – twice-a-year highlights help blend my "blondish-brown with a mix of gray and white" hair color!!

      Have a great weekend!

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  2. Melissa says

    April 20, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    Well said! I enjoy growing older in wisdom and having the lines and spots to prove it!

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  3. Clara says

    April 20, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    I definitely think that natural aging adds character to a face; messing with one's face can become addictive for some people – what a waste of time and effort… After all, we all return to the dust (despite the surgery) in the end!

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  4. Nikki says

    April 21, 2012 at 12:15 am

    Exactly!

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  5. Katie says

    April 22, 2012 at 2:33 am

    I have never heard it put so beautifully, Tracey. This is truly beautiful, and I think I'll carry this with me as I accept age with God's grace….it's not just accepting age but cherishing it! Wow!

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