41

Here's how 41 looks on me. It's a bit strange to be getting older, to be really noticing the effects of aging. To not be a young chick anymore, but a middle aged soccer mom. I'm in an inbetween place of not quite old, but definitely not young anymore.

I'd been meaning to do a portait of 41 as I turned it months ago (end of June), but then am always too tired looking or busy or stressed.

So yesterday I finally did it.

This is me regular, no make up, no covering up my imperfections, and really how I look 90% of the time. 41 with wrinkles, tired eyes and all. Aging: it aint so bad.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zh1ajZ9_j28

[Annie D]

I am guessing you will always be young at heart - this is a lovely natural portrait

[Sandra Wilson]

it looks good on you

[Mary Siegle]

41 looks pretty dang good, IMHO.

[Pam Knowler]

A beautiful happy portrait! You are still a baby!

[Newbank Lass]

At 37 yesterday I lost a breast to cancer, I will be celebrating 41 with great joy when I fingers crossed get there. You have so so so so much life ahead of you. Each day a precious precious gift. You look good mamma!!

[Jane Anderson]

Aw, you're just a kid! That's what my dad would have said. I've always liked whatever age I'm at. I wish my younger self would have known that--even as I'm now a senior. This is an uplifting self-portrait.

[jackie edwards]

Funny how we see you and you see yourself! Lovely lady bringing joy to others! No numbers matter!

[Simply Amanda]

@newbank Thank you for your wonderful perspective. So sorry to hear what you are going through. Praying for God to give you peace, comfort and healing...and that you would see 41 and well beyond. Love and great big virtual hugs to you. Each day is a gift!

[Daryl O'Hare]

Looking great!

[Kerri]

Awesome shot

[katy]

You make 41 look good! I'm trying to remember 41! by now you have figured out it's not what's on the outside that counts anyway it's what's on the inside and your insides are great !

[~*~ Jo ~*~]

Super portrait

[Megan]

Great 'real' shot! :)

Could be a good photo for the @fiveplustwo theme of strength! https://365project.org/discuss/themes-competitions/30315/5plus2-for-the-love-of-selfies-strength

[gloria jones]

Amanda, you look fabulous! 41 is the new 31!

[mittens (Marilyn)]

Lovely selfie, Amanda. I wish I was 41 again.

[Domenico Dodaro]

Oh come on, you're just a kid. I was 41 ten years ago (mid June. are you a Gemini, too?) and still feel a 25er with 26 years of experience!

[Tracy]

You look fantastic! I agree with @seattlite !

[carol white]

A lovely selfie, Amanda

[Jennifer]

Wow lady! I wish I looked half as fresh and gorgeous as you!!

[Darlene]

This is such a wonderful photo of you, Amanda. You look great and not a day over 41. Kidding! I agree with Katy, it is not the outside that counts, it is all about the inside of each and every person.

[David]

You're looking pretty good on it, Amanda. You have a way to go yet,... just look at me!

[Lesley Chisholm]

Lovely shot Amanda, your smile covers up any wrinkles on your face! I find it hard to get a selfie that I'm happy with for the same reason, its why you hardly ever see them of me (and I've got a few years on you too!).

[Tony]

Lovely selfie of a maturing lady with the look of a teenager at heart. Messed that up a bit. I'm trying to say that you have the fun of a youngster in you. Fav

[Tunia McClure]

That great smile will always keep you young.

[Rachel]

A lovely selfie, you have aged so well.

[Thom Mitchell]

This was 20 years ago for me. You're a kid! :) Wonderful smile!

[kali]

doing face yoga, a smile is the best facelift

[Lisa Pouncy]

I don't think anybody looks truly old when they have such a lovely smile :) xx

[summerfield]

41 is the new 31, doncha know!