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Tim Irvine
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- Meridian, MS
- United States
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- Single
- About Me:
- Have had Alopecia since age 5. Learned a long time ago to live with it. Still like to connect with others who have it now. Love to run, kayak, hike and camp. I work in TV and make the most of life.
- Do you have alopecia?
- Alopecia universalis
- Are you age 18 or older?
- Yes - I am 18 or older
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Posted on May 30, 2012 at 12:00pm 3 Comments 3 Likes
I had an interesting moment over the weekend. My daughter and I ran a 5K in my hometown. Her question was simple, yet lead to a more meaningful conversation about Alopecia. Her question, "Dad, why did you start running?"
My running life began at age 10, much like my daughter (who is now 15). In my hometown, I am known for running a lot and running fast. It wasn't always so. In fact, like many of you, I discovered at a very young age that I had Alopecia (age 5) and soon discovered the…
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Posted on December 16, 2010 at 10:37pm 11 Comments 0 Likes
Hi I am Tim, and just discovered AW. I was a member of a forum on MSN for a long time, but it disappeared some time ago. Happy to have found another place to go and mingle with other Alopecians. I have had some form of Alopecia since age 5 and dealt with the worst part as a child, which really wasn't a lot of fun, but I do believe it helped to shaped who I am today. If I can be of any help, that is why I am here. I enjoy talking to other people who have Alopecia and answering questions, and…
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Tim. thanks for a guys perspective on my blog post. I have to admit it's one I often don't think about. You certainly understand what it's like to grow up with it though. I was 4 when I was diagnosed.I too tried treatment for a while but gave up many years ago You're right about alopecia weeding out those who are superficial. We all have standards but I do think that having alopecia allows us to see past a lot of things others may not be able to on the superficial level.
Great pictures...and FANTASTIC time for the marathon!!! I just ran my first full this past fall and am currently training a second marathon in June...I think your attitude is nothing less than AWESOME!!
Welcome Tim !!!
Happy to have you here.
Hi Tim,
Welcome to Alopecia World.
Jeffrey
Welcome Tim!!! It's awesome to have you here!