Picture Perfect
Dear God, old age is creeping up my legs, down my arms, and across my face. I can’t catch it so I can’t stop it. I guess the best thing to do is accept it–with gratitude–since I’m actually very blessed to have made it this far and still be in good health and sound mind.
Maybe I look fine the way I am. I’m too fussy about my appearance these days, aware of every line and wrinkle, which I can no longer hide. I’m old, let’s face it. There’s only so much I can do with what I have. Perhaps it’s time to don a coat of humility and just say ‘thanks’ instead of worrying about how I look to others—including the camera!
Hey, Lord, I just excused myself from the pity party. I feel good as I look in the mirror and see that I’m picture perfect in your eyes.
And all my friends are a delight in your sight too. So hooray for getting better as we grow older.
photo courtesy of Heidi Heath Garwood
Oh yes I don’t believe anyone could put the way we feel better!!! God is taking us step by step, and will continue til we see His face coming out of the clouds of glory! We love your blogs! Cathy, and Walter Hopper❤️❤️
Thanks, Cathy and Walter. You are always so loving and encouraging.
Thank you Karen for your heart felt message. You always write about things that hit straight to the core of so many feelings that we have as we are growing older. You always inspire me and I am so thankful that you are in my life.
Thanks, always, Sandy, for your continued support and loving comments.
As the saying goes, Gettin’ old ain’t for wimps.
The Constitution says the president must be at least 45 years old because those who wrote it knew “wisdom cometh with age.” Somehow I don’t have as much of that as I’d like yet.
Thanks for the reminder, Janet, and for being in the game with me.
You are beautiful, Karen, but I relate to your thoughts about aging, new wrinkles, and the changes in my body. Even the wonderful question someone asked of whether I was my niece’s mother. Delighted as I was with the thought, I thought “do I look old enough to be her mom?” And I guess I do! Keep up your wonderful encouragement to us!
Thanks, Carol. I guess aging really is all in the eyes of the beholder–the most important of whom is God.
I love your smile, your white hair and Love YOU too!
This is my second try to send my comment – just don’t know why my computer refused to send it. Maybe this time!
Your blog really hits home today as I really AM old, however, I can still mile and for some reason this makes US look younger and at least alive! So, my Friend, lets just keep on smiling. Blessings, Margaret
I agree. Let’s keep on smiling. You certainly inspire all of us, Margaret.
Your blog hit a nerve with me today. I’m facing 60 soon which is causing me some discomfort. One of the things that has been bothering me is my weight. I have had a medical problem with my heel in the last 6 months which has prevented me from exercising as regularly as I used to and my stressful family situation has caused me to gain 40-50 llbs. I am feeling very self-conscious of my weight gain and I have noticed that I feel less sociable. I know that God sees our hearts but I feel the tightness of my clothes. Having a good self-image body wise is a struggle in our society.
Anyways, just some thoughts on the topic. I think you look great Karen- I don’t see your wrinkles I see your lovely smile!
Thank you, Angela, for your encouraging words to me. I also hear your concerns about yourself. We all have our challenges, for sure. I pray God will guide you as you find ways to recover your perfect weight and are able to exercise again, as you wish.
Oh Mom, I love how you look (every season of your life) and hope I continue to have your good fortune with health and sound mind. Thank you for always telling your truth and finding the good anyway. Love you!
Thank you, Julie. I love you.
I love you Mom, you’re the best! 🙂
Thanks, Jim. I love you back!
I was tempted to copy your first paragraph and share it on my Facebook page. I didn’t, but it is so true. We can’t stop the years from passing but we can be thankful for good health. I praise the Lord every day for mine. You are beautiful inside and out in my opinion . Love your blogs.
Thank you, Etta Mae, for always being so supportive and kind. You’re one of my role models.
Hi Karen, oh my you look lovely.
Yes the years of ageing are creeping up. But some don’t get that opportunity. God has blessed me in so many ways inspite of the wrinkles.
Joan
Thank you, Joan. I see that you are focusing on gratitude. I love that. Yes, we are so blessed to have lived this long and to continue to enjoy our families and friends. God is GOOD.
Dear Ms. Karen,
I see how you wear the beauty of aging extremely well inside and out and I am inspired to live a beautiful life.
Thank you.
🌻Smiles, BRC
Thank you, Lisa. What lovely words. You lifted my day, dear friend.
Ooops. I called you Lisa. I’m so sorry for my error. Of course I know you are Beth.
Lol. Tis’ the sweet beauty of aging…
Your mind is old enough to forget.
But, your heart is young enough to
realize you forgot it.
🌻Smile, BRC
What a perfect comment. I love it. Thank you.