I am such a different person all around than I was in my twenties.

@GardenGerty (157598)
United States
April 11, 2009 9:35pm CST
I used to never be seen without make up. I loved to shop for makeup and clothes and shoes.I wore lots of costume jewelry, and fixed my hair lots of different ways. I am much simpler now, and seldom wear much jewelry. I like to wear makeup, but it is not a must for me. I want to be comfortable. Lots of changes in thirty five years, how about you, how have you changed?
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@reinydawn (11643)
• United States
12 Apr 09
In those respects, I haven't changed at all. I wasn't much into fashion, jewelery or makeup and I'm still not. But, when I was in my 20's I had 2 infants/toddlers/kids. Now I don't have the responsibilities since they're grown and I can have fun!
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
It is good to enjoy each stage of life. My kid, at least one, has come back for awhile. I hope to get him re launched.
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@reinydawn (11643)
• United States
12 Apr 09
My oldest has only left for a short time once, it's like he's never been gone. Right now they're both here since my youngest is visiting for a few weeks.
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@djonghs (560)
• Indonesia
13 Apr 09
Yes, when we grow older out habit and our though also grow and evolve. When I was teem, I like to hang out with my friends, having fun. When I grow older, I leave all that stuffs and concentrated on my study. After having family, I spend most of my life with my family specially with my daughter. Everything I do is about my family, never about me anymore, me is my family and my family is me. BR.b
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
You have said a lot there. Family is more important than shallow surface things.
• United States
12 Apr 09
That was me too! I never ever left the house without make-up and my hair had to be just so! Now I don't even wear mascara. My hair still needs to be just so, but I am not standing in front of the mirror with a curling iron to get it perfect! The only jewelry I usually wear are my rings. Hubby keeps me happy with rings and I have several to choose from. I always wore earrings every day when I was younger. Now I have one earlobe that is closed and need to get it pierced again before I can wear earrings again. I have too many nice ones not to get it done again. But, my fear of needles will keep me from doing it for quite a while!
@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
I had two sets of holes, but on one ear one has closed. I want it reopened, but if I do that I cannot donate blood for a year, and that is important to me as well. I keep pushing an earring in and pushing enough that it may eventually go through. Earrings make my husband nervous, but I like them. I will get the second hole back one day.
• United States
12 Apr 09
I still wear makeup when I go out but not as much as I used to, my choice of clothing is more for comfort than the latest fashion but for me the biggest change is that I never wear high heeled shoes anymore. I used to always wear the highest heels possible. I think as you get older your priorities change in many ways.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
When I was in my late teens and my twenties, I did not care if something was uncomfortable (shoes, tight belt, girdle) I wore it for the looks. Now I like to look nice, but must also feel nice.
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@blue65packer (11826)
• United States
13 Apr 09
Alot of me has changed! My attitude is more positive. I worry less. I have become wiser. I know I rather be in my 40 then in my 20's or younger! I have put on alot of wieght on in the past years. I've always had a wieght problem but it just has gotten worse for alot of reasons! When it come to clothes I wear what is comfortable. I'm not big into fashion. This is what has changed in me!
@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
Positive attitude, what a great plus. You will live longer and happier that way.
• United States
13 Apr 09
I think I've changed somewhat to..until my cousin who happens to be of another generation - where the women looked beautiful all the time and seemed to enjoy it the dressing up - the whole 9- commented that women today don't take care of themselves and she's so glad that she didn't grow up during this time because women today don't 'embrace their feminity' of course, I had a whole to say...'how I dress doesn't define who I am, sometimes I'm in the mood for it..yada, yada' but in the back of mind I couldn't help to think maybe their was truth in her comment...just thinking out loud, I suppose
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
Well, I think femininity comes from the inside out. I used to hide behind all of the trappings, now, I can enjoy them if I choose to do them. I also like to be grubby on occasion.
@Darkwing (21583)
19 Apr 09
I've changed quite a bit too. I used to wear mini skirts... I remember I had this bottle green suede one with a scalloped hem, which I loved. Being suede it lasted for a long time. It was sort of mid length between my hips and my knees... I so loved that skirt. I also used to wear boots and high heels a lot, but no longer do I wear any of these. My shoes are flat or with a slightly raised wedge heel and my skirts are below my knee... calf length. I dress for comfort now. My hair is still long, but I no longer have it shaggy permed or back-combed. I still wear make up though. I never did wear much.. mainly on my eyes, and I still like to accentuate my blue eyes and blonde lashes! lol. Brightest Blessings.
@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
19 Apr 09
Mostly it sounds like you had some very classy clothes, and still do. After all the years of trying to style my hair, I came to know that it was still going to do what it wants to do.
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@Darkwing (21583)
25 Apr 09
I've been straight haired for a long time now but it's still quite long. I used to have a loose perm... can't remember the name of it now, but it really worked well on my hair and always looked good. I like nice clothes... usually quite casual but I can't wear pants, as they irritate my legs. I sometimes wear stretchy jeans around the house but rarely wear them out unless I'm walking somewhere muddy. I like my skirts and tops best of all.
@kareng (54891)
• United States
14 Apr 09
I can totally relate. It is all about simple things now, the more simple the better! I wear very little makeup and comfortable clothing. Forget high heels, they are a thing of the past. I will go out without eye makeup, but I usually put on a foundation since I use mineral makeup. It's easy and fast, so takes a second or two to apply. No worry about lines, creases or coverage!! I guess you could say we are middle aged now...hehe.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
I recently found a combination moisturizer, sunscreen and tinted base that I love the looks of, so I do wear it every day. It helps my skin feel soft too.
@Rozie37 (15499)
• Turkmenistan
18 Apr 09
I have not changed much in the area of make-up. I have never been one to wear it. By the time I was old enough to know what it was, my mother had stopped wearing it. I have bou8ght make-up many times and tried to get into the habit of wearing it, but it has not worked for me at all. One of the things that have changed for me is that I dress a lot more feminine than I use to. When I was in my teens, my boyfriend had such a big influence on me that I even dressed like him. That is kind of embarrassing to admit. But I am glad that I am doing much better now.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
19 Apr 09
I like just being more relaxed all the way around.
@raydene (9871)
• United States
12 Apr 09
When I was working I did wear make up when it was necessary..I di a bit of modeling small fashion shows, a breck hair shot for a mag, catalog stuff...It was like a costume for the job. I am much the same...I don't wear make up or dye my hair. I'm the same hippy gal I always was...still believe in natural living..only wear a bra because so much has gone south..hehe My big difference is that I used to be on the go all the time and now I seldom go anywhere. After years of having to drive to work and to shop and to run the kids places it is such a pleasure to just work in the yaed and hang out at home. xoxoxoxoxo
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
It would be good to just hang out at home. I would like to get there sooner, rather than later. I guess you are right, my friends at high school said it was more that I wore costumes to school. I was very insecure, and I hid behind all of the trappings.
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@ANTIQUELADY (36440)
• United States
12 Apr 09
i guess my biggest change is not getting out like i use to. going places i enjoyed such as auctions, yeard sales & things like that. i never did wear much makeup , try to fix my hair everyday , never did like to shop so i really don't feel like i have changed alot. i do miss having fun like i use to.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I miss some of the "fun" things I used to do. Right now it does seem like it is mostly work, work, work. Of course different things are fun now, too.
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@ANTIQUELADY (36440)
• United States
13 Apr 09
enjoy all the fun things u can.
@celticeagle (159167)
• Boise, Idaho
12 Apr 09
I have turned over a whole new leaf. I am doing whole make over on myself because I am meeting someone in August. I wear make up every day and I used to never put any on although I did when I was young. I love to shop for it all. I used to wear more costume jewelry when I was younger than I do now. I agree on wanting to be comfortable but I think I like to look good too. I am getting used to wearing it again. I also have some facial things that make up helps to hide and so am happy to put it on. I think I have changed for the better but there are a couple of things I am not real happy about. Puffy eyes and it is seems my nose grew and I don't lie.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
Have you developed allergies, that sometimes leads to puffy eyes. You know you are meeting someone in August? Is it someone you have met online, or other distance ways and have just not met in person? Tell us more!!
@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
Have you developed allergies, that sometimes leads to puffy eyes. You know you are meeting someone in August? Is it someone you have met online, or other distance ways and have just not met in person? Tell us more!!
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@celticeagle (159167)
• Boise, Idaho
14 Apr 09
I wonder if it is an allergy. I have heard Preperation H helps but I am still alittle timid to try it out. I met this guy online in a social networking site. I have come to the conclusion that men in my area are not for me. All are in a hurry and very idiotic about things. I have know him since March 14th and feel like it has been much longer. He is a dear, sweet, caring man and I feel fortunate to know him. Anything past that is the icing on the preverbial cake.
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@jimbo88 (231)
• Indonesia
12 Apr 09
It was a normal for your age. I think it is not wrong, you just need to make it usual. Try to accept the fact of your change.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I think I do not use it as something to hide behind anymore. I am okay with the change, because I like me.
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• China
18 Apr 09
Before I have married I used to be seen make up,and I always shop for some beautiful clothes,makeup and shoes.But now I have married for less than one year,I cannot always go shopping,Because I havenot much more time .In weekend,if I go out and shopping,I never be seen without make out. I think make up is a good habit.It can make your feeling better.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
19 Apr 09
If it makes you feel good to wear it, then it is fun. Our priorities do change when we get married. Then we do not just live for ourself.
• Philippines
12 Apr 09
I think it is because of your age.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
Yes, more than thirty years have passed since then.
@stephcjh (38473)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I have changed alot over the years also. I used to not do this and that but these days, I have learned to cut loose and just roll with the flow on some things.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I think it is good to have a more relaxed way of being.
@royal52gens (5488)
• United States
13 Apr 09
My hair was straight and down to my waist. Now it is shorter and permed. I used to wear makeup and now I hardly ever wear makeup. I have quit rushing through life. I have learned to slow down and enjoy each day fully. I am 20 pounds heavier. I don't shop as much. I stay close to home a lot more now. I spend more time on the computer than I used to. My taste in TV shows has changed. My life goals have also changed.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
It sounds like you are very comfortable with the changes, as well.
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
14 Apr 09
[i]Hi Garden, I have no major changes within me except that I am more practical this time compared when I was single...I am more thrifty also and not very shy anymore compared when I was younger![/i]
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
17 Apr 09
You have made some good changes. It is nice to be more mature and practical. It gives a lot of satisfaction.
• United States
12 Apr 09
I think I've changed a little bit, I still like to have my clothes nice and I'll iron shorts just to sit in them for 5 hours. I can see how things that were very important become more of a hassle than a necessity. I guess when you get kids your focus gets dimmed on yourself and tends to shine brighter for the little ones.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I think for me it started happening more when people started dying on me and they shouldn't have. I began to shift my emphasis to other things. Kids did make a difference, but I still liked to have nice clothes. Never did a lot of ironing, though.Some of my jobs did not lend themselves well to jewelry, including the one I have now, so what I wear is more conservative.
@hxstar (510)
• China
12 Apr 09
Wow,you are so cool when you were in your tenties! I think it is ordinary of people to change as they are growing older. I also changed a lot.I used to be a shy one who rarely talk much,but now,I usually talk a lot.
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@GardenGerty (157598)
• United States
12 Apr 09
I think we become less shy when we become more confident. I am sure you have much to contribute.