Howdy, y’all! Gather ’round because Granny Mary has the scoop of the century! Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Mary, you can’t possibly surprise me this late in life!” Well, hold onto your hats and spectacles, because this one’s a doozy!

We’re talking about how often we ladies, 50 and fabulous, should be hopping into the shower. Don’t quit reading now—reverse psychology at its finest—because you won’t believe what those dermatologist folks have to say!

Our Daily Soap Opera

First things first, let’s chat about our daily routines. Back in my day, we were washing dishes in the sink, scrubbing the floors on our hands and knees, and shampooing once a week if we were feeling extra glamourous. A daily shower? Well, that was a luxury reserved for the rich and famous, not us good ol’ hard-working gals.

But as times changed and we found more time for ourselves, daily showers became more common, and my, oh my, didn’t we love to lather up?!

Well Butter My Biscuit—A Surprising Finder!

Now, I got to chatting with my friend Linda the other day—she’s got one of those fancy phones that tells her all the worldly wisdom. Well, bless her heart, she found an article from some top-notch dermatologist recommending that ladies over 50 should consider showering less often.

That’s right, LESS often! Can you imagine? Turns out, our skin is a delicate flower, and all that hot water and soap can dry it out more than an Arizona summer.

Preaching to the Choir

Now, don’t get me wrong. I love a good confession just as much as the next churchgoer. But this? This is something we Christians might have to mull over.

We’re taught to be clean, but perhaps there’s more wisdom in keeping the vessel God gave us in tip-top shape without overdoing it. And let’s face it, our skin isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days we could suntan with baby oil and bounce right back like a couple of springs.

Biblical Wisdom for Modern Problems

If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my 60 years, it’s that the Good Book has answers for modern problems, even if showers aren’t explicitly mentioned! For instance, in Proverbs, we’re advised to take good care of our bodies because they are temples of the Holy Spirit.

But nowhere does it say to scrub the temple walls down to the paint every single day! Perhaps we’ve just been misinterpreting modern cleanliness, and it’s time to get back to some good ol’ common sense.

Soap Less, Live More!

So what’s a gal to do? I’m not suggesting we all turn into a band of wild women, but it might be time to let go of the daily scrubbing extravaganza. A good rinse every other day and maybe a targeted cleanup of the crucial areas should do us just fine.

Heck, we’ll save money on water and soap, which sounds mighty patriotic to me—supporting our country’s resources and our wallets!

A Joyful Noise (Or A Joyful Sound)

If you haven’t noticed, this less-is-more approach to showering has another hidden benefit. You know it—less time in the bathroom means more time for life’s little joys! Maybe that’s an extra cup of coffee with a friend, a few more moments in prayer, or even reading stories to the grandkids.

Ladies, our lives are golden, and time is precious. Give yourself permission to enjoy these simple pleasures, guilt-free.

The Final Word from Yours Truly

Well, wouldn’t you know it, we made it to the end of the article! If you got this far, congratulations! You’re ready to roast those dermatologists for their recommendations at the next coffee hour. Or maybe you’ll just reconsider your shower schedule, and that’s a victory, too.

God gave us wisdom, and sometimes that means knowing when to let go of modern nonsense and embrace a simpler, kinder routine. So go on, give it a try. Your skin (and your free time) might just thank you!