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Blog Entry 49 of 146 Buzz by Barbara
I think about a lot of things. I have opinions about most. What good are thoughts and opinions when not shared? I'll show you mine if you'll show me yours. Issues surrounding education interest me, particularly those pertaining to private education, corporal punishment in schools (still legal in about half the states), standardized testing, background scrutinization of adults seeking work in schools, and more. I promote fitness as the miracle drug most of us seek. No pill will duplicate the health benefits of working our bodies. I strongly support the adage, "Don't breed or buy while shelter animals die." The world does not need more puppies or kittens. A visit to a local shelter is proof. I consider myself schooled in basic personal money management, the entrepreneurial spirit, domestic adoption, motherood in middle age, Baby Boomer issues, Southern culture, and how to cook a meal in twenty minutes. Whew. So, where shall we start?

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Fighting the battle that won't be won

Article Contributed on: 12/4/2006 2:51:37 PM

Sometimes when I catch an unexpected glimpse of my reflection in a mirror or window I am startled. Sure enough. There's my long-deceased grandmother looking back at me. Man, she looks tired.

In the year and a half we have been back in Colorado, after fifteen years in Southern California, I have seen a big change in the condition of my skin. At fifty-two I should accept evidence of age. But, I'm looking a bit weather beaten, and I am just not ready.

I have considered taking an electric sander to my face. How hard could it be to eliminate a layer (or two or three or four) of facial skin and wait for fresh, dewy skin to grow back?

I went to Starbucks today with some pals from my Jazzercise class. We are always careful to replenish the calories we burn up working out. One woman there told me the key to keeping facial skin supple in this Colorado climate is to sleep with Vaseline on one's face. This I had to ponder. Though the concept might be sound, the mechanics are a bit troublesome. How could I keep my hair out of the goop? What does it take to wash it off? Kerosene? Wouldn't I have to sleep on my back all night or risk sliding out of bed? Never mind what my husband would think.

Some women in this area in my age group highly recommend certain skin procedures. MicroPeel, PhotoFacial, BOTOX, Restylane, Customized Medical Facial. What are these things? I have no idea, but I will find out tomorrow.

I made an appointment with Castle Rock's "The Skin Company" upon local recommendations. I stopped by to pick up some paperwork and their menu of services. My appointment tomorrow will include a consultation and a procedure yet to be determined. I am a little nervous.

Go ahead. Call me vain. I know this is a battle I won't win, but I am not ready just yet to lay down my weapons. At what age will I graciously accept the course of nature? When will I go peacefully gray and crinkly like Mrs. Claus? Not this year. Not next year, either.

I'll keep you posted, even if I have to wipe blood from my eyes after my "procedure" tomorrow in order to write.

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Daniel Smith wrote on 12/8/2006 @ 9:17:24 AM

Hope all goes well - this makes another great Barb Neff blog... Daniel
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Michael Rule wrote on 12/8/2006 @ 7:02:55 AM

I worried a little about lines and spots on my face until I noticed my beard is turning gray!! LOL 'Tis the look of experience we carry....
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Barbara Neff wrote on 12/5/2006 @ 1:41:30 PM

Gosh, guys. Thanks for the comments. I am back from my "procedure". Not too drastic. It was called micro-derma-brasion. I have a host of products I am to use religiously for six weeks, then return for more of the same. I can see a difference! Not painful, but quite costly. In six months the results should be evident.
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Charmaine Robledo wrote on 12/5/2006 @ 9:58:55 AM

Barbara! You look fantastic! I would never have guessed you were 52. I'm pretty basic with my skincare. I use a Tea Tree Foaming Face Wash I bought from the Body Shop to remove makeup and dirt. I hope the facial goes well.
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Bill Boucher wrote on 12/4/2006 @ 9:33:32 PM

I likes my crow's feet undt laugh lines.
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Karin Malchow wrote on 12/4/2006 @ 6:19:44 PM

A little mini-peel, some new product to make you feel better, okay, but these clinicians can get drastic. Proceed with caution. For what it's worth, I think you look great the way you are.
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