I have had alopecia since I was 5 years old. It has been a long journey of acceptance. I am married, have 2 dogs and 1 cat. I moved to Arizona in 1985 from Illinois. Growing up with alopecia has been a challenge and definitely effected my self esteem. I had no support of any kind going thru grade school and high school. I remember praying for a miracle. God must have a plan for me. Now, I am so grateful that I can finally talk to others who truly understand. It's great knowing you are not alone.
I also have to mention I LOVE coffee!!
Hi Nancy! I'm so glad to cyber-meet you! I was thinking about renting a small conference room at a hotel for our first meeting. It's private, and we don't have to worry about clean-up. I want to organize a pot luck. So what do you think? Can you get some pictures of yourself together? and maybe share something special about yourself, ex. favorite quote, fav. wig, tips on hairstyles, funny or inspirational stories, etc...... I will be in touch w/ you. Thank you so much for your support! Sarah
Hi Nancy, I wanted to welcome you to Alopecia World. I can honestly say that we are a great community here and I hope you enjoy the time you spend with us.
Hey Nancy,
How have you been? I am so gald you came to join us here...Thea and Tawanya are here as well! :) Hope to help Sgomez with starting the support group soon! :)
~Yvonne
Hey Nancy, glad to see you have joined the arizona group! I think Sarah has already mentioned that we are trying to start a support group here. Hope I will get to meet you soon! Hold your head up high!!
Hi, I haven't heard from you in a while. So how's everything going? I will be leaving a comment on our group page regarding getting together for coffee.
Hi Nancy! So how are you doing? I hope all is well. I'm so loving my new hair! So how did your new style work out for you? Have you thought about going back to Brandy's for the other wig you liked? It was so nice on you. I'm excited for our next meeting. I'm going to take a wig of the style that I used to wear. It's really long and curley! I can't beleive I wore it for so long! I had the same style since I was 13. Can you beleive it! I got stuck in a rut.
Hi Nancy, I'm so happy to hear you can relate to my story...it means you have amazing things happening in your life too. ;o) I am jealous that you have been to the NAAF conference. That is on my list of lifetime goals.
And of course, thank you for complimenting my baby girl again. I'm so crazy about her - it's been such a long time since I've had a pet and I am astounded at how much I love this little creature! :o)
Hi Nancy, hope you've been well. I am nearing the end of the spring quarter and am soooo relieved. I don't know what we will discuss at the next meeting. I would email Sarah...see ya soon!
Wow, I see you decorated! Nice. I can't beleive the response we are getting so far! I have had four poeple call me already who have received their flyers in the mail about the meeting. I expect to hear from more poeple the rest of the week. I was thinking about doing a fundraiser straight-away. I really want us to have some funds to be able to do stuff like help someone get a good quality wig, sponsor a trip to the next NAAF conference, do a family BBQ, etc.......... There are so many possibilities. So do you have any ideas for a fundraiser? I was going to ask the group what they thought about doing a Home Interiors fundraiser by selling candles. Half of the sales go directly to our cause. And who doesn't like candles?! Yvonne also mentioned that we can contact local businesses and tell them about us, and ask if they would be willing to make a donation. That sounds great too. I'm really excited about our first official meeting. I just want to see what everyone thinks and what other great ideas we can think up. I think that if we can have a vision and goal for our group, we will be able to sustain. I can't wait to see you again! Take care, and see you soon, Sarah
Hi Congrats on the new family member. It's so great to have little ones around again, isn't it??!! :o) Maltese are wonderful - loving, playful companions. I haven't experienced Shitzus personally, but have friends who are crazy about theirs. Sounds like a nice mix! Thanks for the bday wishes too!
I'm trying to set up meeting for a few different places for the Desert Diva's to venture out to one weekend, but I want to get a good feel from the places before I set up a day for us. It has been too hot to go out on the weekends...but I will hit a few someplaces this weekend to start. I'll keep you posted. :)
HI NANCY!!!!!
How have you been? I've missed you!! How's your sister? I was wearing one of the bandanas she gave me the other day and it made me think of you and how much I miss everyone. I wasn't able to go to the conference this year because I had to cancel last minute due to my daughter being in a car accident. She's recovering slowly but surely. I saw your pic on Felicia's profile and I was so excited!!! It's nice to see you here. Hope all is well with you and your family. Love and miss you much!!!
Love and Hugs,
Dotty
hi nancy! see you tomorrow for happy hour? Since there was no group preference, I decided on San Felipes Cantina- after 4:30 or whenever you can get there! More details on our event page, dont know if you saw it... PP
Thanks, for letting me know about NBO Sunday. Sorry for the delayed reply, I haven't been on in a while as the kids were out of town with their grandmother. We think we can make it for NBO Sunday. Best to you and yours.
Nancy, wanted to make sure and tell you how proud I am of you! We took a big step yesterday that took a huge amount of courage and self-confidence. I'm glad you were there to share it with me too!
Hi Nancy,
I just worry all the time about her fitting in. Every mom wants their child to be accepted. I am just afraid she wont be. She knows she is loved and she feels good about herself. I will pray for the best. I will definitely keep you posted.
Tracy
sgomez
Apr 6, 2008
Cheryl, Co-founder
Cheryl
co- founder
Apr 6, 2008
sgomez
Hi. I was wondering what part of AZ do you live in? I live in Mesa.
I love coffee too! and tea!
Apr 7, 2008
Yvonne~Yhoney
How have you been? I am so gald you came to join us here...Thea and Tawanya are here as well! :) Hope to help Sgomez with starting the support group soon! :)
~Yvonne
Apr 8, 2008
Kelly
Apr 9, 2008
sgomez
Apr 9, 2008
sgomez
Apr 13, 2008
Kelly
Kelly
Apr 14, 2008
Yvonne~Yhoney
Apr 16, 2008
Kelly
Apr 26, 2008
sgomez
May 15, 2008
Kelly
And of course, thank you for complimenting my baby girl again. I'm so crazy about her - it's been such a long time since I've had a pet and I am astounded at how much I love this little creature! :o)
Are you coming to the next meeting?
May 18, 2008
Kelly
May 20, 2008
sgomez
May 21, 2008
Paula
Jun 15, 2008
Kelly
Jun 22, 2008
Yvonne~Yhoney
Jun 23, 2008
Jackie
Yes, we did meet at the Bald Girls Do Lunch. I look forward to seeing you again, too!
Jackie :)
Jun 30, 2008
Dotty
How have you been? I've missed you!! How's your sister? I was wearing one of the bandanas she gave me the other day and it made me think of you and how much I miss everyone. I wasn't able to go to the conference this year because I had to cancel last minute due to my daughter being in a car accident. She's recovering slowly but surely. I saw your pic on Felicia's profile and I was so excited!!! It's nice to see you here. Hope all is well with you and your family. Love and miss you much!!!
Love and Hugs,
Dotty
Jul 3, 2008
Paula
Jul 27, 2008
gymtee
Thanks, for letting me know about NBO Sunday. Sorry for the delayed reply, I haven't been on in a while as the kids were out of town with their grandmother. We think we can make it for NBO Sunday. Best to you and yours.
Gymtee
Jul 13, 2009
Kelly
Jul 20, 2009
Tracy and Amanda
I just worry all the time about her fitting in. Every mom wants their child to be accepted. I am just afraid she wont be. She knows she is loved and she feels good about herself. I will pray for the best. I will definitely keep you posted.
Tracy
Aug 8, 2009
Kelly
Jul 27, 2010