Independence Day...

Saturday was my day of Independence, after having AA for more than 40 years, I decided to shave my head bald, thus freeing myself from wigs, weaves and haircovers. The feeling was exhilarating, it was a celebration of all that I am, especially, a "free bird". My 4 daughters, my son, 3 grand daughters and 2 son-in-laws were all a part of the celebration, each taking a turn to cut strands of hair from my head before my son, shaved it bald. I will post before and after pictures shortly. My bald head is beautiful, I love it! Tell be about your experience if you've shaved your head because of AA, how did you feel?

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Comment by Mandy on July 7, 2008 at 10:36am
Congrats on taking that step! I'm glad you're feeling so great! I just shaved my head a couple weeks ago (just buzzed it for now, didn't grab that razor yet). If you wanna read about it you can check out my blog.

Hugs,
Mandy
Comment by Steve on July 7, 2008 at 11:37am
Happy Independance Day! I had mine during my 17th summer after I graduated from High School. I remember staring into the mirror and thinking, "What am I waiting for?" I had alopecia all my life and I finally came to the realization that it wasn't ever going to be normal again. So I shaved all the white peach fuzz off. Boy, did that feel wierd! I walked outside where my family was enjoying the sun. My Dad looked up from his book and said, "It's about GD time you finally did that!" That was his way of saying he thought I should have done it sooner. Oh well. Anyway, I've kept the fuzz under control ever since. I shave about ever two weeks or so and a Norelco lasts for years at that rate! :)
Comment by Tiffany on July 7, 2008 at 5:40pm
I hope when that day comes for me ill be able cope,,,just found out i had AA,and my hair is falling out rapidly ,,,i break down every time i leave a salon
Comment by Diane on July 14, 2008 at 9:35pm
Wow, what a great way to take control of it!! I admire you! Plus I think it is great that your familly was part of it... it is like a ritual! Congratulation!
Diane
Comment by rj, Co-founder on July 16, 2008 at 11:38am
Congratulations on setting yourself free! You're not just bald and beautiful, but alopecic and adorable. :-) I certainly wish you great joy and good success in life and love.
Comment by Linda on July 16, 2008 at 1:44pm
Thank all of you for your posts and worlds of support, what a big step...whooohoooo! Sometimes when I leave my house, I think, "oooops, I forgot my wig", then I realize, heck, I don't wear wigs anymore and I remember how free I truly am!
Comment by Bigmama on July 31, 2008 at 8:53am
You are fantastic!

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