Working at the bank, I’ve always had a secret weapon: long sleeves. They covered up the one thing I hated about myself—my dark, rough elbows.
But here’s the thing… it’s not just elbows. Lots of us deal with stubborn dark patches and dry spots—on our knees, hands, even our face.
One Saturday at brunch, I forgot my jacket. Every time I reached for my coffee, I caught myself pulling my arms back, trying to hide those rough patches.
My old friend noticed. She smiled, leaned in, and said, “Don’t worry. I’ve got the same problem."
That moment stuck with me. Because she was right—it’s a problem so many of us share.