Recently, I woke up to find horizontal lines etched across my forehead. Standing before the mirror, I attempted to smooth them away. My husband, in his usual supportive manner, said, “Honey, you’re getting older. Those are laugh lines. You’re happy, but you’re older.”
“I’m not feeling so happy now. And, by the way, you’re bald.”
What just happened? Did I suddenly age?
I make an effort to care for my skin. I am a VIB at Sephora.com (which stands for Very Important Beauty). My latest purchase was a serum infused with regenerative micro-algae. I diligently apply it to my face, convinced that for $98, I deserve firmer skin and, ideally, perkier breasts. Instead, I find myself with deep grooves above my eyebrows and breasts that seem to have dropped to my knees.
Despite having a youthful appearance for most of my life, I sometimes feel like I’m swimming in a sea of spandex undergarments—more suited for a fitness instructor than me. But hey, at least I can still breathe while I sleep!
Then there’s the issue of memory. Yes, it’s mostly trivial matters, yet it’s maddening. Just yesterday, I spent ten frantic minutes searching for my phone while my kids, with their backpacks and lunch boxes, were punching each other in the background. I yelled, “Stop hitting your brother! I need to find my phone! STOP YELLING!”
“Mom, your phone is in your hand,” one of my children pointed out.
“Great, get in the car.”
“Mom, I think you’re getting old.”
“Just get in the trunk.”
And let’s not even discuss grey hair. I’ve been coloring my hair for ages. As an Italian/Ukrainian brunette, I noticed my first grey hair quite early—strong and wiry, it was impossible to ignore. What began as biannual touch-ups has turned into a regular appointment with my stylist, who practically lives at my house. And it’s not just the hair on my head; yes, I mean the hair “down there,” too. Keep an eye on that area—trust me, you don’t want your partner discovering any surprises.
Eventually, you may find yourself dealing with the “triple crown”—hair on your head, hair on your chin (which I affectionately call “the sofa”), and of course, the hair that should not be there. Expect stubborn hairs to pop up with surprising tenacity. I once showed one to my husband just to gross him out, and it worked. “If you ever want intimacy again, don’t show me that,” he replied.
And then there’s the topic of intimacy itself. I remember being quite adventurous in my 20s and 30s, but after having kids and dealing with a thyroid disorder as well as early onset menopause, my sex drive has taken a significant dip. If you’re unfamiliar with how that impacts your libido, I recommend doing a little research—you may never want to look again.
Moreover, there are moisture issues. Let’s just say, your body doesn’t quite function like it used to. There are creams and ointments available, but intimacy becomes less spontaneous and more of a chore. You can still enjoy yourself, but just know that swinging from the chandeliers may not be the best idea; you might hurt your back, and let’s be real, you’re probably too old for that kind of activity.
And then there’s weight gain. Okay, maybe it’s just me who has gained weight. Some women seem to escape this fate, but the rest of us are simply human. Our bodies change. That fast metabolism you once had? Yeah, it’s gone, possibly for good. So, you can either say goodbye to dessert and wine or embrace your new shape. Personally, I choose to enjoy life. I refuse to drink kale smoothies when I’ve earned my Malbec and chocolate cake after living for half a century and raising two children who, despite all their antics, are still here. So, pour me a glass of wine and pass me a slice of cake—preferably a corner piece!
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In summary, aging is a reality we all face, complete with laugh lines, forgetfulness, and changes in intimacy. It’s essential to embrace these changes with humor and a glass of wine in hand.
Keyphrase: Aging and Intimacy
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