Making it through my first day at the office with my new wig!

This morning as I got ready for work and drove here, I had butterflies in my stomach and felt like a kid going to her first day at a new school. All weekend long I dreaded Monday morning knowing I was going to wear my new wig for the first time to work. I never expected the response I got when I walked in the door today. Things like "Who's the new girl?" "You look fantastic!" "Who does your hair, it really looks fabulous" "You look stunning". All positives (so far).

It's not the first time I've drastically changed hairstyles, I tend to get bored and change it often, actually. I remember the first time I wore my hair curly instead of straight - I got a lot of the same responses. This time it's different for me since I know it's not my hair.

I just smiled and thanked everyone...said I needed a change and decided to get the works done, deep conditioner, color, highlights, new style....and I guess it's similar enough to my old hair that they all bought it...

I must say that it is a relief to not be constantly worried about if any of my bald spots are showing or how much hair is falling out today. My spirits are finally beginning to lift a bit.

I am so glad I can put this day behind me! thank you to everyone that has supported me in the recent weeks and to those going through this also. Your discussions and blogs keep me going in a positive direction.

One hurdle down - WHEW!!

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Comment by Natalie on March 22, 2010 at 5:00pm
Yaaa Jenna! I also was nervous when I started wearing my wig and drawing my eyebrows on, but I've learned that as long as you portray confidence (whether it is real or faked), people will see the positive side of you! When I work out at the gym with my bald head, I just walk around like normal (no slouching or grumpy faces), and I've never heard a negative comment or a gotten a weird look; people see my confidence and respond accordingly. Good luck and keep smiling! :)
Comment by Devin on March 22, 2010 at 5:31pm
Im with the people at your work, you look Fantastic. I looked at your page and you look younger with this wig then what I guess is your real, but shorter hair. Good luck to you!
Comment by Petra on March 22, 2010 at 6:16pm
Jenna, you look terrific. I agree with Devin it makes you look younger :-)
Comment by Jenna4 on March 22, 2010 at 6:32pm
Thanks - Funny that I like the style of the wig better than my real hair......maybe I'll keep it ;) LOL
Comment by Joy on March 22, 2010 at 6:50pm
Hey Jenna...good for you..my turn soon. you are right though. the people here are great and that helps. im glad it went well for you!! freedom at last from the spots nad worry of the hair falling out...very happy for you. you look great!
Comment by Clara S. on March 22, 2010 at 10:44pm
Jenna!! I'm so proud of you and see people don't really notice. But i was the same way the first time I started wearing wigs. Just gotta work it and it's all good :) You look fantastic by the way :)
Comment by Stephanie on March 23, 2010 at 1:11pm
This is great, Jenna! So glad to hear that you got nothing but positive feedback. You look fabulous!!
Comment by Pat Latina on March 26, 2010 at 6:21am
Hi Jenna, You look GREAT!! Good for you - I felt the same way when I wore my VW for the first time to work - but just like you compliments galore. It sure does feel good not to have to worry so much about ppl noticing. Anyway, Congrats!! Where did you get the wig?
Comment by Jenna4 on March 26, 2010 at 11:02am
Thanks everyone for the kind words...after this first week, I am finally beginning to accept the wig as my new hair and as being a part of me. It is getting more comfortable the more I wear it, too.

Pat -- I got it at my local wig shop that deals with all kinds of women's prosthetics. They are a provider through my insurance and are working with my insurance company to try and get it paid for!

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