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A new beginning
I took the step last night and shaved my head. The barber was great. She bushed my hair down as far as the clippers would go, then gave me some tips on shaving the rest. Her compliments on my new look, whether real or a ploy for a good tip, bolster my self esteem. I was appreciative of the compliments regardless of her intention. Head held high, I left the shop, then stopped to pick up some new blades for the razor. What a great feeling to be confident once again.
The shave was uneventful until I rinsed my head with cold water…that was fun! I’m sure even that will be fine once my baby soft skin grows accustomed to the new routine. I was surprised by how much hair I had really lost. The majority of the spots were hidden under what was left of my long hair. Most of the back and almost all of one side from the ear back are gone after only five weeks…it was only a matter of time. The rest of my head is sprinkled with bare patches. I laughed out loud after I shaved. The black stubble combined with the spots to give my head a Dalmatian like appearance. Not to worry, I always wanted a dog and it looks better than the comb over.
What a great morning. There is something to be said for the low maintenance, rinse & go hair-less do. The hair brush sat idle on the shelf, no longer a source of anxiety as to how much will fall out today. I made a good decision, one that was right for me. That said, I know it would have been a much tougher day without the support of everyone here. For that I am grateful to each and every one of you. I have my life back…I am me once again.
The shave was uneventful until I rinsed my head with cold water…that was fun! I’m sure even that will be fine once my baby soft skin grows accustomed to the new routine. I was surprised by how much hair I had really lost. The majority of the spots were hidden under what was left of my long hair. Most of the back and almost all of one side from the ear back are gone after only five weeks…it was only a matter of time. The rest of my head is sprinkled with bare patches. I laughed out loud after I shaved. The black stubble combined with the spots to give my head a Dalmatian like appearance. Not to worry, I always wanted a dog and it looks better than the comb over.
What a great morning. There is something to be said for the low maintenance, rinse & go hair-less do. The hair brush sat idle on the shelf, no longer a source of anxiety as to how much will fall out today. I made a good decision, one that was right for me. That said, I know it would have been a much tougher day without the support of everyone here. For that I am grateful to each and every one of you. I have my life back…I am me once again.
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Comment by Carol on June 6, 2008 at 7:27am
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Can't wait to see some pictures of the new you! I'm sure you look amazing and I'm glad you feel good about your decision! :)
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Comment by Orbit on June 6, 2008 at 7:19pm
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I actually prefer short hair or no hair on guys :-) I insist that my guy keeps it in check. Tony I'm sure the look is very becoming!!!
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Comment by JeffreySF on June 7, 2008 at 7:45pm
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Hey Tony,
I'm happy to hear you are confident about yourself.
I did the same thing 2 months into Alopecia. I had the beutician clip and shave my head as I knew it was just a matter of time before all the hair would be gone. I hated taking a shower everyday and seeing hair all over the shower floor.
It was a very liberating experience for me. It was hard with the dalmation like appearence or as I called it the world map.
The Map is now void but I am not.
Jeff
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Comment by kastababy on June 8, 2008 at 8:51pm
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I am so glad that you took that step!!!
Given that so far and we are only in the first week of June the temperatures in Nashville, Memphis, and Atlanta were 95, 93, and 104 degrees respectively all weekend, I am SOOOOO glad I'm bald as an egg now!!! I've managed to stay cool all the way around!!!
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Thats because you're a cool Kat
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Comment by Mandy on June 9, 2008 at 9:06am
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Congrats, Tony! I'm so glad that you're feeling so much better now. Are you gonna post some pics of the new look?
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Comment by Billie on June 9, 2008 at 11:09am
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Congrats Tony! I am quite sure with the heat ( as it is here in MS) it feels much better!!! I buzzed what I had left over a month ago so I understand it feels better. For us gals--- The heat in the south is almost unbearable when you wear a wig. While most of the time I don't go in public without my wig ( esp work); I have begun to venture out with a handkerchief and hat on my head. Especially on the weekends with t-shirt and shorts on - it's more comfortable too. ~~~ I get the looks that say- I wonder if she is in Chemo treatments, however, I shake off the little fears that creap up on my shoulders and go on about my business.
I am so glad to hear you say that you feel better & more confident now!!! Keep up the good spirits!!!
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