Should there be a limit on how many people can wear a swimsuit? Most would say, “Absolutely not!” – except for my stepdaughter, Janice, who thinks otherwise. After a refreshing trip to Miami Beach with my husband, Donald, I felt rejuvenated and loved. One day, I was wearing a black bikini, and Donald couldn’t stop complimenting me.
A little girl even captured our sweet moment in a photo, which I later shared on Facebook. But then came Janice’s hurtful comment: “Really? How can she even think of showing her WRINKLED body in a swimsuit?! It looks HORRIBLE!” I was devastated.
Instead of letting it go, I came up with a plan. I suggested hosting a family barbecue and invited everyone. When Janice finally arrived, I took the opportunity to share the photo, expressing how much it symbolized love that grows with age. I also revealed her hurtful comment to everyone, highlighting the importance of kindness and the fact that we all age.
Janice then apologized, acknowledging her mistake. Confronting ageism within the family can be challenging, but wrinkles and gray hair are signs of a life well-lived. What do you think?
