That "Look"

I had breakfast the other morning with two really interesting women.  I was meeting them both for the first time on the recommendation of a mutual friend who thought we should know each other because we're all self-employed in businesses where there might be an opportunity to work together.    I think he probably dated all three of us at some point, but that's another story...plus, I don't know it for sure, though it's a pretty good bet.  Anyway, it was nice of him to bring us together (and to pick up the check).

We are all women-of-a-certain age, but I feel we have the verve of women who are much younger.  They both looked really great:  energetic, fit, and stylishly dressed.  Actually, I should clarify:  they looked great...from the neck down.

They both had that weird, too-wide-eyed, skin too smooth and shiny, slightly "off" look of women who've had a tad too much facial work done.  I hated it.  I was unable to keep up with the conversation because I kept staring at their faces and having my own private conversation in my head:  "Do they like the way they look"?

I hate that we have become a society so obsessed with youth that it is almost more acceptable to have bad cosmetic work done than to have a few (or a lot of) wrinkles.   And I consider it "bad" if I can tell you've had it.


And here's the thing:  I don't know if having cosmetic surgery really fixes "the problem".  Many women I see still seem self-conscious and uncomfortable about their age and their looks, even after they've had the work done.  It's like a trick has been played on them.

I understand why women go under the knife when they work in the entertainment industry and their livelihood depends on remaining forever young.  All others, though?  I wish they'd get over it.  There's nothing wrong with a few lines and a little crow's feet.  You're 50, for Pete's sake!


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