Crazy over BOF - Yearning of the Heart

Aging Gracefully

Recently one of the hot topic being debated/discussed about is what childbirth does to a woman's appearance. Zoe Tay, the Queen of Caldecott Hill had everything what many women yearn for - a beautiful face that even a certain plastic surgeon commented on her assymetrical facial features that is close to perfection - but all these were yester-years' report as she is now the centre of attraction, for the wrong reasons. It's undeniable that the Queen has aged and so we do we, but the difference is we do not carry the celebrity tag and as such the aging process is a given that goes unnoticed. While some folks may say that at the age of 41 and with 2 kids in tow (she's reportedly a hands-on Mom) it's natural to look a wee bit older than your peers. I reserve my comments.

Though some people may agree that looks aren't everything but how much truth is there to hold? In Korea I was told young girls receive plastic surgery treat as their birthday gift and apparently it's compulsory. Japan, of course we all know has the highest number of well-heeled customers going to them for beauty aid. Now, even Taiwan, Thailand and China are seeing an increase in what we label as plastic beauties. I remember reading an article about this Chinese woman who opted for plastic surgery to correct her looks when she was told she didn't get the job because of her 'cannot make it' looks.

Although Zoe and some others have insisted on not seeking aesthetic treatments as an alternative, I beg to differ. I want to age gracefully and if it doesn't happen naturally then I won't hesitate to seek help. No, I won't try to turn back the clock as it's impossible I know; I just wanna try to look as presentable as possible. Yeah lah, call me vain, I don't care.