Thank you so much for the great message...I am very blessed in my life now...Dealing with AU has been a very big challenge...I am 29 and I have been with my husband for 4 years married 1 year now and we have 2 beautiful children a girl 3 in July and a boy he is 7 months....He loves me for who I am and supports me through ....He is basically my support system and my sister and sister in law and that's about it...My mom well...that's a long story..She just says this is what you have and get out of denial....SO...after 11 years of this condition it is hard and I have to find it in myself to find it in my heart and soul some where that this is me..But, not having the support that I really needed I think that's the problem....So, I am trying...I thank God every day that I am not dying or anything like that...And that some one actually loves me for who I am is the greatest feeling in the world....I know some day...I will find it in myself and get to where I need to be....=)

I agree, although after my first visit to this site it really hit me that I HAVE ALOPECIA!! I think I was in a bit of denial before. I was always looking to when my hair would come back instead of accepting that it is gone. Its still difficult but I'm getting stronger with time.

You're welcome! I don't know what my avatar puppy's breed is. I found the pic online.

Hello Susan thank you so much for your lovely message.nice to know that I am not alone with this.it sure can get to you.I some time's say why me but on the over hand why anyone.whish it would grow back but have been told that will never happen .I was scanning ebay this evening they have what they call a thin skin full lace wig on the but it cost some.looked good it was indian hair around £500.00 it was for a small head as well witch came as a shock.really wanted to get it but it's alot of money.think I will have to save for it.will let you no if I find anything,until then do take care and thank you god bless

Hello Susan
Thank you for your message I have alittle hair on top witch I do shave because it become's sore.the lace wigs I am fine with.it's the cost I have spent so much on so call human hair lace wigs you would be shocked.I have even gone out of my own town.gone with out food and all sorts.can not look at myself do not have a partner because of my hair loss so very much alone..if you no anyone you can put in in touch with to make me a wig I would be so greatfull.by the way I have a small head but a big heart

Nope. Wore Sandy NYEve and to work the 1st, and will test drive Rizzo soon. No work scheduled yet, but I will print out the syllabus and get started on assignments at the college tomorrow for my class. Must go to some personnel agencies or network...but at least some friends came to my financial rescue this holiday, George Bailey Style. The NYEve friend lives 40 minutes away, and my local friend may go out-of-state this week, so I will be on my own!

Hope your start to the new year was reflective and peaceful. I ushered it in at the home of someone from my hometown (high school, church), and we got to talk like sisters. Felt good.

Hi Susan...thanks for the compliment. Your dogs are darling. My puppy is a rescue too...her mamma was rescued and she had 4 pups...I adopted my Missy and they drove her 199 miles to get her to me. No I haven't tried any hats or scarves. I've never been a "hat person"....don't think I've ever wore one. Hey...we're almost the same age but I have a couple of years on you. As soon as I can afford it I'm going to get me some cute turbans, hats and so on. Yes I do need to get out more. I did when the hair loss wasn't so bad, but when it got to having to wear a wig all the time, I'm not dealing with it as well. Haven't been to the gym in ages. I've just GOT to get a grip on this thing for my own good. The combination of the hair loss and the weight gain has kept me in even more. I have a whole closet full of clothes that don't fit...even my underwear (blush) doesn't fit anymore...so that keeps me in even more. I think I'll get a LOT of help and encouragement here. I have already and it's helping a bit...but I just joined. You have a great day and thanks for writing.

Hi Susan,
I received your invite to Wisconsin Alopecians. I am the mother of a young women with alopecia. Where do you meet and what dates? I am interested in possibly joining the group. It would be nice to talk to other mothers who have experienced their child's journey with this disease.