I have a few guilty pleasures; One of which, is reading celebrity magazines. Whenever I’m offered a selection of reading material, shamefully, I grab for those first. I used to believe that picking a People over a Time magazine in a waiting room of strangers, would somehow make me appear less intelligent or shallow minded. In my 40s, I don’t give much thought to the opinion of others, but it still feels a little sinful.
I enjoy flipping through the pictures, looking at who’s dating who; what were they seen wearing; or who’s having a baby. As I age, embarrassingly I admire female celebrities of my generation who are aging gracefully. It gives me hope that I can too. It may sound vain; But I think it’s human to be curious how other people live and age. So, although it may feel sinful, I’ll continue to shamefully delight in the opportunity.