As I reported last week, my alopecia areata is very active right now and I am developing a new spot. I am finally reaching a place of acceptance and peace after a day or two of full-on freaking out and frantic doctor's visits. I realize that this is just something I will face for the rest of my life.



I had to slow down this week and realize that my family and friends are not at the same point of acceptance of my alopecia. When I told my mom and dad about my new spot, they were quick… Continue

This morning I was admiring my hair and how well I've managed to disguise the large bald spot on the back of my head by wearing my hair kinda wavy and messy.....when I spotted a new area on the crown of my head. It's about the size of a quarter right now and growing. :( I have been experiencing pain in the site for a while but couldn't figure out why. Now I know that it's related to losing hair. This really stinks! I will have to get really creative to cover this one.



Alopecia is… Continue