[graciegirl]

When I was younger, I thought I would.

Now that I am at the age I thought I would, I no longer use looks for any decisions about others or about me.

I kinda like my face. Sweetie seems to like it too.

To each his own. Her own.

[jblum315]

My husband was 68 when the first grandchild came along. He thought he wasn't old enough to be "Grandpa" and insisted on being called "Uncle Grandpa."

[njbchbum]

i would get rid of my mirrors before i would have plastic surgery for cosmetic reasons! there is nothing more beautiful than natural beauty. cosmetic beauty is simply the admission that one is not comfortable with who one has become. changing the outside really does nothing to change the inside of who we are.

if the op's avatar is a current photo - she is far from being in need of cosmetic renewal!

ps - no lie - my sister is recovering from the emotional train wreck of having given a friend of hers a ride to and from a surgi-center for a face lift...24 hrs post-op her friend died from a blood clot.

[gocubsgo]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

When I was younger, I thought I would.

Now that I am at the age I thought I would, I no longer use looks for any decisions about others or about me.

I kinda like my face. Sweetie seems to like it too.

To each his own. Her own.

I personally think you are adorable!!!!


Everyone I have ever known that has had some sort of nip and tuck on their face is miserable with the decision. It's obvious to me that someone has had something done. you can pick them out of a crowd and they look so artificial. Natural beauty and graceful aging is great as long as you take care of your skin entering that time in your life.

[wendyquat]

Be sure you are happy with your weight before having it done! A very good friend of mine had it done and went through several difficult weeks of recovery and came out looking just a tiny bit better! She went on a diet and lost 20 pounds and her face and neck were worse than before she had the lift! Good luck!

[Patty55]

I always thought I would have a tuck here and there until I saw on the Gene Simmons show where they had surgery. They were such a mess and I think Shannon looked better before.

[senior citizen]

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[gomsiepop]

I can't believe that there were so many responses but, not one had the answer this woman is looking for. Could one or two brave souls have a plastic surgeon in mind that Katie could research and make her own decision on whether or not to go forward with whatever enhancements she desires. Sorry I'm putting my two cents in but, I'm sure Katie is aware of the risks involved.

[hansel]

Originally Posted by hope2soon

post-op is supposed to be excruciatingly painful. people who've had it said they wouldn't do it again. There's always the potential for nerve damage. Think very seriously before letting someone cut your face.

Just wondering "excruciatingly painful" did you have the surgery?

[hansel]

Originally Posted by gomsiepop

I can't believe that there were so many responses but, not one had the answer this woman is looking for. Could one or two brave souls have a plastic surgeon in mind that Katie could research and make her own decision on whether or not to go forward with whatever enhancements she desires. Sorry I'm putting my two cents in but, I'm sure Katie is aware of the risks involved.

Been there done that sent her a private note and photos.

[dotti105]

Very personal decision. Most people who have facelifts do it for themselves and their self esteem. No to "look younger" just to look more like the way they feel inside. If you do not feel like the person in the mirror, then maybe you should check out your options.
I am a RN and am very familiar with cosmetic surgery. A good surgeon will give you a fresh look. Comments should be, "Wow, you look great! Just back from vacation?" or "What are you doing differently with your hair?? You look fantastic"
A good surgeon will not leave you will obvious surgical results. Check "before and afters" and get plenty of references.
It is a very personal decision and each person has the right to choose their style of aging. We are all gonna age, all get wrinkled and grey. How long it takes and how you choose to address your own face and body as you age is your own very personal decision to make.
If you are sick and tired of looking "sick and tired", go for it!

[nitehawk]

Originally Posted by dotti105

Very personal decision. Most people who have facelifts do it for themselves and their self esteem. No to "look younger" just to look more like the way they feel inside. If you do not feel like the person in the mirror, then maybe you should check out your options.
I am a RN and am very familiar with cosmetic surgery. A good surgeon will give you a fresh look. Comments should be, "Wow, you look great! Just back from vacation?" or "What are you doing differently with your hair?? You look fantastic"
A good surgeon will not leave you will obvious surgical results. Check "before and afters" and get plenty of references.
It is a very personal decision and each person has the right to choose their style of aging. We are all gonna age, all get wrinkled and grey. How long it takes and how you choose to address your own face and body as you age is your own very personal decision to make.
If you are sick and tired of looking "sick and tired", go for it!

From your picture you do look great ---Great statement "If you are sick and tired of looking "sick and tired", go for it" I also agree with losing 40 pounds before going through a procedure, a good place to start if you want to look like you feel -- ill bet sweety would not mind__

[hansel]

Originally Posted by lyle gant

dr nijar www.villagesplasticsurgery.com 352-750-0019


great job!!!!

he is the best.....................

[panamachica]

I had surgery last summer. Some of us just don't age as gracefully as others. The procedure I had is called 'facial rejuvenation by suspension'. Had it done by an excellent surgeon in Panama. I had very little discomfort and it corrected my turkey neck, sagging mid face, and an eye lift. Would definately do it again. Look so much better but not necessarily different. Contact me off the forum if you would like to discuss. By the way the cost was about 1/3 of what it would be in the US.

[kittygilchrist]

Kate, my new friend, I wonder if we can get a bogo?