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Prudish daughter Q My daughter upset me during the summer holiday in Greece by saying she thought I was too old for a bikini – and even short skirts! She also implied that it was time to go grey! At 75, I think I’ve still got a nice figure and a decent pair of pins. Should I listen to her? Name and address supplied A Obviously you can wear what you like, but if your daughter feels embarrassed by your mutton-dressed-as-lamb look, wouldn’t it be kind to tone it down when you’re out with her? I remember being terribly embarrassed by friends of my parents when we went on holiday. The man’s swimming trunks were too loose, and the acres of red, leathery skin his wife exposed on the beach made me feel squeamish. I’m sure your legs are lovely, but it wouldn’t be difficult to look fantastic even if...
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