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Galena

Female

Atlanta, Georgia

United States

Profile Information:

Relationship Status:: Married
About Me:: I am here to connect with others who are affected with alopecia. I credit this site in helping me to become less self conscious when I go out bald in public.

I wish that there was a group where I could personally interact with other alopecians. But it's nice to be here in AW to talk with people who are winning over the uncertainty and unpredictable nature of alopecia.
Peace and Love to All!
Do you have alopecia?: Alopecia totalis
Are you age 18 or older?: Yes - I am 18 or older

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Roman Da Ruler

I feel u on the support network stay in touch

Feb 18, 2009
Royalty

Awww thanks Galena, I appreciate the compliment! I hope you enjoy your night.

Feb 19, 2009
Francie

I see that you said your brows are thinning and I would check out
Talika Eyebrow Lipocils http://www.talika.com/product-eyebrow-lipocils-en.html
Revitalash might work but I have not consistenly tried to know, but it made my lashes grow back *happy* ( It is rather pricey but lasts for 6 months). Also I have done steroid shots (every 6 weeks) in my thinning brows once too, and it really seemed to help. Hope this helps, -francie

Feb 27, 2009
Kelsey O'Ree

hi i'm new to alopecia world, want to be friends?

Mar 5, 2009
Kelsey O'Ree

i have AA

Mar 5, 2009
Mary

Thanks for the love and energy you send out to all of us. The discussions with women like you on AW have been of immeasurable help to me. It's really a day-by-day process, isn't it? I wish we were all in closer geographic proximity so we could meet in person. Maybe someday we'll have a "convention" of our own for women who are proudly bald. Best wishes, and love,
Mary

Mar 20, 2009
Mary

Thank you, Galena. You just made my day!

Hugs,
Mary

Mar 28, 2009
LeslieAnn Butler

Galena, thanks for the comment. I agree, some day it will be unnecessary to conceal our baldness because a bald woman will not be considered an oddity.
And there will still be women who want to, and be supported in, wearing some form of cover up or hair. So it will be the best of both worlds!
Blessings and love, LeslieAnn

Apr 3, 2009
Salmezan

LOL. You are too kind! Although my bf says that I should try out for Britain's Next Top Model instead since I am in the UK haha. Thank you so much for the beautiful comment. How are things over where you are at? Salxx

May 28, 2009
Salmezan

Hello there! Thanks for dropping by to say hi. I am doing well thanks. Summer is here but unfortunately it's been quite chilly and it has been raining for the past few days. English weather is horrible! I was so looking forward to wearing my new summer shorts! lol The pics for my new theme is taken at my mum's shop in Brunei. It was during the soft opening of a new branch. Glad you like 'em! I purposely picked those songs because they are all about not giving up hope and to live the life we deserve! :)

Jun 8, 2009
Mary

Thanks, Galena! It was a great night, and being bald felt fine.

Aug 10, 2009
Pam Fitros

Thanks so much for the birthday wishes Galena!!! I spent my birthday recovering from some minor knee surgery (see boldlybaldwomen.blogspot.com - The Bald Pain blurb).

Aug 17, 2009
Mary

The performance in LA went really well! And, there was no question about being bald...I will be posing a photo shortly. No one even asked me if I have cancer! So, I'm "out" in LA now, too.

Sep 13, 2009
Mary

Thanks, Galena! I like the blue dress, too...but it's a little short for comfortable use. Great for posing on a beach, though!

Oct 4, 2009
Amber Lounder

thanks for the comment to my blog post
Yes... Hope is a good thing Something we all need xox

Oct 6, 2009
Galena

This gift is to myself in memory of the gift that was the women who loved me.
Aunt Lulee
Aunt Charlene
Sister Tracy
I love you and miss you.

Oct 20, 2009
Andrea

Hi there :-)

If you are handy with a sewing machine you can make good scarves for much less than you can purchase them. It's rare to find a bolt of fabric over 60", but if you keep your eye out you can get nice fabrics for dirt cheap. Then purchase 1 2/3 yards of a 60" fabric and you have no waste whatsoever. Do a rolled hem around the edge and voila! Maybe I'll make a video about it, but my machine needs a bit of TLC before I use it again.

Oct 30, 2009
GEORGE

Thanks for the Galena. I'm also trying to learn self acceptance.. Hope all is good

Nov 4, 2009
Zanie

Hi Galena,
That would be great!! We should definitely make plans for that.
Take Care,
Suzanne

Nov 11, 2009
stargazer

Happy Birthday Galena !!!!!!! Njoy :))

Nov 18, 2009
JeffreySF

Happy Birthday Galena!!!

Jeffrey

Nov 18, 2009
stargazer

Hey Galena,

I originally got my eyebrows done couple years ago 500.00 i get them updated yearly (100.00+)....this last time..it was sooo painful something about the topical....literally crying so painful.... I am preparing jobhunting/househunting in ATL to move..WoooHooo!!!! smyrna/vinings area. Does the person u were referring 2 live in Atl? May I have their contact info ( I want my eyebrowns lil fuller).... I am willing to pay the cost... check photo...last year sisters wedding...barely see them...I can email u the Pic......

Nov 18, 2009
JeffreySF

Hi Galena,

I hope you had a fabulous birthday.
All is good here with me. I am working Thanksgiving but going to a dinner with friends that evening.

What are your plans?

Jeff

Nov 19, 2009
Cheryl, Co-founder

Happy Birthday Galena!

Nov 19, 2009
JeffreySF

Hi Galena,

No worries about working the holiday. I get extra money, Dont have to cook and dont have to clean either.
Doesn't sound so bad now does it? Lol

Jeff

Nov 19, 2009
JeffreySF

Hehehe
I'll be the one with the big smile.

Nov 19, 2009
JeffreySF

I'm pretty and smart too! Yay! Lol

Nov 21, 2009
JeffreySF

Hope you are off to a great weekend.

Nov 21, 2009
Pedro Costa

thank you very much...kisses...

Nov 23, 2009
Cheryl

Thank you for the Birthday Wishes! :-)

Nov 25, 2009
JET

Hello; I just wanted to stop by and say Hello. Have a wonderful week. God bless you.

-Jet

Dec 1, 2009
Gail

Thanks Galena. I am getting close to at least cutting what's left very short, if not shaving. I wear wigs daily, so what's the point? I have days where I am nearing acceptance (like today), and some where I am still very angry and sad. I had beautiful hair that always received compliments; this is a hard reality. I am thankful to know so many others with this issue. I wish I knew more in my area (Atlanta). I would like to be in a support group - maybe I will start one!

Jan 3, 2010
Gail

That's great! I will try to post something on here to drum up a few interested parties. If even just to meet for coffee or a drink once a month, it would be nice.

Jan 4, 2010
Gail

I have to believe there's more out there than just one. I wear wigs 100% of the time when I'm out in public, so maybe that's why you didn't "see" any.
It is very cold, and we did not get the snow they were forecasting. It would have made the cold a little more bearable!
I am having a particularly hard night. Just broke down and cried and cried until I wore myself out. It's not all about the hair (I have lots of negatives in my life right now), but I took a look at myself in the mirror and that started it. Looking for strength and sometimes I just can't find it....
Don't let me bring you down! You seem a lot better about this than I am. Let's keep in touch...

Jan 7, 2010
Sam Sam

Love the pictures... you look great!!!!!!!!!

Jan 29, 2010
Rick Seymour

That was very nice Galena. I do not think I have seen "anything" printed on here that was unkind. That right there just amazes the heck out of me considering how our society acts. God bless

Feb 11, 2010
NORMAN ABBOTT

WHEN I LOOK AT YOUR PHOTOS, I SEE PAIN IN YOUR EYES. I HATE TOO LOOK AT YOU BECAUSE I SEE MYSELF.... LUV NORMAN

Jun 12, 2010
Cheryl, Co-founder

No I didn't see it. Now I am curious and want to google it and see what I can find. Thanks for the compliments Galena.

Jun 29, 2010
Mary

Big hugs back to you, dear Galena! I hope you have a good time at the party. I made my bald debut among 200+ people at the music and dance camp, many of whom I've known for many years, but who didn't know about my hair loss. Not a problem. Happy International Alopecia Day to all.

love,
Mary

Jul 13, 2010
Retha

Hello, I haven't been on the Website a while.. I will be visiting Atlanta next month around 8/26 thru 8/31. I really do enjoy reading these comments regarding women with Alopecia. Much encouragement..

Jul 21, 2010
Retha

Sorry, I haven't kept in touch 2009 and part of 2010 was a trying year.. I will be more proactive..

Jul 22, 2010
Retha

Nice pictures..

Jul 22, 2010
Retha

For your boldness

Jul 22, 2010
Retha

Hello.. Trust me I understand about being busy.. Yes thank GOD we are BLESSED with a job. Take Care I will keep in contact.. BE BLESSED

Jul 25, 2010
Brenda

I would love to be able to find lashes that I could wear. Where do you get yours? They're beautiful!

Aug 14, 2010
Brenda

The only ones I have tried are ones I picked up from the local drug store. They were impossible for me to get on. Thanks for the response. You really do look beautiful.

Aug 15, 2010
Valerie Hutcherson

Hi there,
I just joined this group and came across your profile. I like in the Atlanta area and I noticed that you do too. Your photos are stunning. Your bald head it beautiful and I hope that one day I will have the self confidence to go out without my wig!
Valerie

Sep 17, 2010
Susan

Thank you Galena,
I am inspired each day by the beautiful people on this site.It is bitterly cold where I live.How is weather in Georgia?

Jan 9, 2011
Angie

You make beautiful, fabulous! Rock on sista!

Jan 29, 2011
Angie

Thank you Galena for accepting my friend request, and keep that blackberry locked on Alantans with Alopecia. We hope to really get things started and look for your inputs as well.

Jan 30, 2011