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Old 11-02-2009, 06:37 PM
 
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Were you guys ugly duckling that later on became beautiful/handsome SWANS or are your best days behind you?
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Old 11-02-2009, 06:56 PM
 
Location: right here!
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I'm in better shape now (38) than I've ever been. As cliche' as it sounds, I learn more about myself and more about life every year, and find a little more peace. I take better care of myself than ever. When people ask me how old I am they are always surprised and guess about 10 years younger.

But more than looks, I think it comes down to being comfortable with myself. I know what works for me. I don't try to wear clothes that I know would look ridiculous on me. I know what suits my body and I dress to complement my best features. I also know that long hair works for me and am no longer tempted to cut it all off in a trendy short cut (oh the agony of growing it back out!). I think with age comes some wisdom.

I haven't peaked. Don't think I ever will.
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Old 11-02-2009, 07:07 PM
 
Location: Southern Illinois
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I was an ugly duckling until I was about 16, and suddenly I blossomed and didn't know what to do with all the male attn I was getting. I was very shy and insecure though, so now that I'm 50 and fairly well preserved, I think I'm attractive to more people than I was--or at least more aware of that fact.
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Old 11-02-2009, 07:14 PM
 
Location: NY metro area
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My best days are behind me.

If I only knew then what I know now.
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Old 11-02-2009, 07:22 PM
 
Location: On the Chesapeake
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I look the same now as I did at 40, 30, 20, 10, 10 minutes. If someone sees a baby picture of me they can tell it's me immediately.
My mustache is gray (but the head isn't) and I am getting "lines" but I look the same . I'm 55.
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Old 11-02-2009, 07:26 PM
 
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I'm in better shape now (38) than I've ever been. As cliche' as it sounds, I learn more about myself and more about life every year, and find a little more peace. I take better care of myself than ever. When people ask me how old I am they are always surprised and guess about 10 years younger.

But more than looks, I think it comes down to being comfortable with myself. I know what works for me. I don't try to wear clothes that I know would look ridiculous on me. I know what suits my body and I dress to complement my best features. I also know that long hair works for me and am no longer tempted to cut it all off in a trendy short cut (oh the agony of growing it back out!). I think with age comes some wisdom.

I haven't peaked. Don't think I ever will.

i can totally agree w this, in your 30s, u have still the looks but your a little smarter, you watch what you eat more than in your 20s, no more triples at wendys lol. You get comfortable in your own skin, and find out what works for you, you dont look like a walking latest clothing trend advertisement.
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Old 11-02-2009, 08:05 PM
 
Location: Center of the universe
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My best days are behind me.

If I only knew then what I know now.

Same here.
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Old 11-02-2009, 08:08 PM
 
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Were you guys ugly duckling that later on became beautiful/handsome SWANS or are your best days behind you?
After just looking at my school pics today...those were definitely my ugly duckling days!
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Old 11-02-2009, 08:20 PM
 
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I've gotten better with age, I think (hope!). I've been blessed and cursed at the same time being called "cute" for most of my 20s. The last couple of years it has transitioned to "pretty," but, I think, like someone else said, it has more to do with confidence and personality than anything else.
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Old 11-02-2009, 08:36 PM
 
Location: Kansas to Rochester, NY
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Let me get back to you in 30 years
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