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Post by MoGrace2U on Feb 10, 2010 17:04:36 GMT -5
I did a consult this morning to see what the new non-surgical procedures were all about - and it looks encouraging. By non-surgical they mean under local anethesia only, but the procedure is also less invasive than the old way. I was wondering what opinions or thoughts others might have about undergoing such a thing.
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Post by Sower on Feb 10, 2010 17:19:47 GMT -5
Hi MoGrace2U,
I'm sorry I don't have an answer, but rather a suggestion that you seek wisdom from the Lord, and get some good references, or at least talk with someone that has undergone the procedure!
Blessings and wisdom, dear sister
The Sower~
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Post by stephenpatrick on Feb 10, 2010 21:07:30 GMT -5
Good evening Robin.
For the past 1 1/2 years I've been reading your studies and commentaries on this forum. You are probably one of the most godly, and sane individuals I know. You don't strike me as being vain. You have more on the ball than 99% of the pastors in this country. And I'm sure you've studied up on "all" the pros and cons of the the procedure.
If you do decided to have it done, please let us know so we can be in prayer for you that day.
Blessings to you.
Steve
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Post by mellontes on Feb 10, 2010 21:21:23 GMT -5
Like I would know anything!?
Why don't you ask some of the non-preterists over at CARM? I'm sure they would have lots to say...NOT!
No thoughts here...
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Post by MoGrace2U on Feb 10, 2010 21:26:06 GMT -5
In trying to be honest about why I would even consider it, has to do more with my emotional outlook about myself than anything else. The fact is my mirror lies to me - everyday, but other mirrors are just plain cruel. And I seem unable to reconcile how I think I look with how I actually do. I am just not ready to be 60, let alone look it. This aging thing is beginning to come on way too fast and it is really bumming me out. I mean its not like I want to go out and find a man or something - cause that ain't it. I just would like to look as good as I can for the age that I am. And then forget about it, cause I am not one who fusses over myself in the first place. If I can't change how my inside eye sees me, maybe an outer change will help bring the two in line.
Does that make sense to anybody but me? ;D
Also I am trying to consider the stewardship issue too - the procedure would cost $8,000. Originally I was going to use the money to buy a car - but decided that I didn't really need a new one yet (10 yrs old and less than 50k in miles). I also have to get some work done on my teeth but my employer will pay for that. Perhaps the money is burning a hole in my pocket...
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Post by Once4all on Feb 10, 2010 23:07:01 GMT -5
Robin, do you dye your hair? If not, maybe you could try that first just to see if an external change will make a difference internally. It's a lot less expensive, too.  I always told myself that I would never dye my hair. Yet at 52, as I've observed the grays gradually become more numerous over the last few years, my resolve is weakening. As of now, I still have no intention of doing it, but I'm becoming more understanding of those who do. When I look in the mirror, I don't see the gray unless I look for it. Not because I don't have much of it, but because that's not the image I have of myself. But sometimes the sun comes through the skylight just right and I see that I have much more of it than I am willing to acknowledge. Have you talked with others who have had the same procedure? Did it change how they thought about themselves? Would they make the same decision again, having now been through the experience? How does it feel (literally)? Is there a physical awareness that your skin has been pulled tighter? How long will it last? Do most people have another procedure in 3 or 5 years? As for the money, well, you know what you can afford and you know what, or think you know, what benefit it will bring you. I just spent $3000 on a new camera. Did I need a new camera? Not really. I have several digital cameras already. But aside from my love of studying God's word, photography is the only hobby I have, so I justified the expense by saying it was my retirement gift to myself. It's OK to do something good for yourself. Bev |
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Post by MoGrace2U on Feb 11, 2010 12:26:04 GMT -5
Hi Bev,
I am with you on the gray hair thing. I guess it depends on how the gray comes in - on some it looks good. I have a streak that looks more blonde than gray - but is beginning to spread. And I think a rinse will take care of that easy enough. Shoot when younger, simply getting a tan helped to perk me up - now I am afraid of spots. You can't win this war!
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Post by Michael J Loomis on Feb 11, 2010 13:07:23 GMT -5
Hi Bev, I am with you on the gray hair thing. I guess it depends on how the gray comes in - on some it looks good. I have a streak that looks more blonde than gray - but is beginning to spread. And I think a rinse will take care of that easy enough. Shoot when younger, simply getting a tan helped to perk me up - now I am afraid of spots. You can't win this war! I'd say embrace it...However I'm a guy. What do I know?  |
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Post by Sower on Feb 12, 2010 16:34:22 GMT -5
I too know about the gray hair thing! I said I would not dye my hair and stuck to it for a while, but my husband's hair was remaining the same, so I decided to get a rinse and it really made me feel better.
I also agree with all the responses you've received.
Blessings,
The Sower~
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Post by Allyn on Feb 12, 2010 16:37:14 GMT -5
I too know about the gray hair thing! I said I would not dye my hair and stuck to it for a while, but my husband's hair was remaining the same, so I decided to get a rinse and it really made me feel better. I also agree with all the responses you've received. Blessings, The Sower~ I have nothing against the grey look, but I do appreciate the fact that my wife wants nothing to do with it. |
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Post by Sower on Feb 12, 2010 17:29:26 GMT -5
I too know about the gray hair thing! I said I would not dye my hair and stuck to it for a while, but my husband's hair was remaining the same, so I decided to get a rinse and it really made me feel better. I also agree with all the responses you've received. Blessings, The Sower~ I have nothing against the grey look, but I do appreciate the fact that my wife wants nothing to do with it. That's too good!  The Sower~ |
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Post by mellontes on Feb 12, 2010 17:40:59 GMT -5
My wife just started with those do-it-yourself hair treatments about 6 months ago after a longggggg time thinking about it. Our pastor's wife went from a natural dark brunette to be a blonde...ycccckkkkk
It helped to make my wife feel a lot better about herself and indirectly me...everything in moderation I suppose...
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Post by Once4all on Feb 12, 2010 19:08:47 GMT -5
What's the difference between a rinse and dye? Is a rinse less durable or something; i.e., will it eventually wash out rather than having to let it grow out if you change your mind?
Bev
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Post by Sower on Feb 12, 2010 19:30:46 GMT -5
What's the difference between a rinse and dye? Is a rinse less durable or something; i.e., will it eventually wash out rather than having to let it grow out if you change your mind? Bev Hi Bev, A rinse is semi-permanent, the chemicals are less harsh than the dye that's considered permanent and cause more damage to the hair. The Sower~ |
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Post by MoGrace2U on Feb 12, 2010 21:48:26 GMT -5
There was a time in my life when I used to shop to make myself feel better. To break myself of that I learned to window shop while leaving my money at home. And if I still wanted the things I liked after a week, then I would go back and get them. Most often as not though, I didn't. I do the same on big purchases now too, preferring not to go with the moment and thereby avoid the emotional pull altogether. So it makes sense to approach this the same way. Like perhaps give it six months to see if I care enough about really looking better to actually lose some weight - then if the double chin still has not disappeared I know how to get rid of it!
In six months I will have a new grandbaby and it is quite likely being a grandmother will fall in line with that - whereas now it surely doesn't!
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Post by Sower on Feb 12, 2010 22:14:01 GMT -5
There was a time in my life when I used to shop to make myself feel better. To break myself of that I learned to window shop while leaving my money at home. And if I still wanted the things I liked after a week, then I would go back and get them. Most often as not though, I didn't. I do the same on big purchases now too, preferring not to go with the moment and thereby avoid the emotional pull altogether. That's self control, and excellent example to be followed. Congratulations! It will, and bring you joy unspeakable! The Sower~ |
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Post by MoGrace2U on Feb 13, 2010 10:28:27 GMT -5
Thanks all for your thoughts - I will let you know if and when I decide. Right now I can wait.
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Post by Sower on Feb 13, 2010 12:38:03 GMT -5
Thanks all for your thoughts - I will let you know if and when I decide. Right now I can wait. Please do! You're keeping true to form!  Blessings, The Sower~ |
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