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Comment by darlin1925 on November 2, 2011 at 6:36pm

Just know you are the light of so many people with you in the world that it can't be bad 24 7 but I know at times it feels like nobody gets you but we do.As for wigs when asked if it's your hair or a wig why sure it's your hair you paid for it or your folks did right so yes its yours I sew a band in the very back of my wigs down and then use tape on the lace back and sides but nothing ever on the top and very easy to take off everyday if I wish just a little trick I learned on the tube but made it different to fit me better.

Comment by Eliza alisa abgail on October 20, 2011 at 8:33pm

People will always tease but why do you hide from the world.Sejuti People will get what they deserve in the end. And you and Teisha are both are beautiful! Don't let anyone tell you differently.

Comment by x3Awesome'TTx3 on October 20, 2011 at 3:32pm

And your very welcome :)

Comment by x3Awesome'TTx3 on October 20, 2011 at 3:29pm

Aww im soo sorry! You dont have to say anything! You read my blog & shared your story thats more than enough! :) If you went to my school we would be awesome friends :) & I would be by your side & we would be like alopecia buddies :) Lol stay strong! 2 more years too go Sejuti! You can do it! :)

Comment by Rodeli on October 19, 2011 at 11:26pm

Hey, TT--been there done that and then some. I lost my hair very early in life and had to go all through my education with alopecia--wore wigs most of the time. I can totally relate. If it helps, I think Jr High was the worst; it was better in high school. Focus on the friends you have and try to get their support. If you are comfortable with any of them, why not ask them to come along with you when you buy your next week and ask them their opinio. Trust me, the suggestions of another peer can be better than trusting a salesperson or even your mom. I was really blessed to have a lot of friends, I was outgoing, and I didn't let the stupid ones know how much they bothered me when they did. After awhile, kids just didn't make as big a deal about my wearing a wig. There were far more important things to focus on or some other kid that was more newsworthy than my wearing a wig. Most kids didn't even bring it up or make anything of it. The key is to not let the few bullies know you are bothered by their stares, questions, or comments. Next time they ask if your hair is real or a wig, just smile and say something like "Sure is, and I've got the receipt to prove it." "Why do you want to know?", "What does it matter?" or say "It's my hair" and turn and walk away. Or you can smile and say "Yes, it is. I have an autoimmune condition called Alopecia which causes my immune system to attack my hair and causes my hair to fall out. Thank God it's now something I can die from like cancer though. If you had it, what would you do?" It might cause them to view you and their own ignorance differently. They may actually respect you for it and maybe want to learn more. It also might help to talk to your teachers and guidance counselors and get their support. Most times when I was picked on, which thankfully was not too much, was not while I was in classes--it was in between in the halls or at lunch, gym or something. But I often felt as you do. All I can say is get as many people's support as you can. It does get better--it really does. I had close to 5,000+ kids in my HS and it wasn't so bad. I just got involved in things I loved doing and after awhile kids just left me alone. They focused on the more important things about me. Not that some strange rumors about how I lost my hair didn't go through the school every once in a rare while--my favorite was that I accidentally washed my hair with Nair instead of regular shampoo and that made my hair fall out. Oh, the creative minds of youth. The best thing you can do for yourself is to not let your hair loss cause you to lose your self confidence and self worth. Easier said than done, I know, but love yourself and know that you are loved and don't let the few narrow-minded, butt-heads get you down. As you grow older you will barely even remember their names or even much of what the said/did. Email me anytime you want if you just need to talk to someone who knows EXACTLY what you are going through. In hindsight, having alopecia caused me to become a better young person. It made me look past the outward appearance of others and not be so quick to judge them either. I had all kinds of friends from different groups and cliques. You are a beautiful girl--don't ever forget that. Your hair is not your beauty. People will be more attracted to your inner strength, confidence, and kindness than to your hair or lack thereof. God bless.

Comment by x3Awesome'TTx3 on October 18, 2011 at 9:36pm

Thank you Elaine im glad you get what I go through :) God bless <3

Comment by Elaine on October 18, 2011 at 8:58pm

You sound so much like me when I was in school. I used to experience the exact same thing. I would look over my shoulder constantly thinking someone would try to snatch my wig off. The gym bleachers were the worst place for me in junior high. Oh and my mom told me to use the same "pool" story if they asked about my wig too! I know what you're going through and I hope it gets better SOON!!

Comment by x3Awesome'TTx3 on October 18, 2011 at 7:17pm

Thank you Lili :) God bless you! :)

Comment by Lili on October 18, 2011 at 6:44pm

Teisha I'm really sorry you feel this way and go through this, but I'm glad you're writing it out and getting the chance to vent. Just keep going and stay confident, when they see that you like yourself no matter what, they will give up eventually!

Comment by x3Awesome'TTx3 on October 18, 2011 at 1:40pm

Thank you guys! :)

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