Hi to everybody!!! I have cruised this site and learned a lot from you all so far. I have been working on adapting. I have 2 areas about 1.5 inches in diameter. Not too bad, but there is no way to predict what will happen. My aunt had alopecia in her 40's now has all her hair back with vengence AND curls at 60. My other aunt died recently and she was like a mom to me. 4 mths. after this event I had a lot of stress at school (I teach) and then boom, on Halloween I find my hair falling out in clumps. Wow! I don't know if anyone is prepared for it. Thanks for listening and inviting me in. I appreciate just connecting with people know this disease!! I feel better seeing all of your posts and photos!!! Again, thanks for your hope and uplifting comments.