Comment by Mary on March 14, 2010 at 7:37pm

It just gets easier and easier. For awhile, I counted all my bald "firsts": first time to the grocery store, first time to the public library, first time to the gym...then I stopped counting.

Comment by Leonora Antonello on March 15, 2010 at 6:56am

You look fantastic. I am trying to build up the courage to shave my remaining hair. I have one large bald patch and another has just started. My family want me to leave it. I told them as soon as the two patches join, I am going to shave my head.

Comment by Sam G on March 15, 2010 at 1:27pm

Thanks guys. I did it yesterday and at work today (I work in a senior/secondary school).I was scared but Mary you're right. Scary at first but by the end of the day the kids weren't giving me a second glance. One guy even bought me chocolates to say well done for being brave!

Leonora, shaving did empower me, I took control rather than waiting for hair to keep falling out.

Comment by Mary on March 15, 2010 at 2:11pm

I've had almost 100% positive experiences with people's reactions to my baldness, ranging from a compliment to this:

http://www.alopeciaworld.net/profiles/blogs/a-nice-experience-at-th...

Comment by Joy on March 15, 2010 at 9:05pm

Good for you! I admire people who can do this and hope I can do it if it ever becomes necessary!! you look great!

Comment by Dotty on March 16, 2010 at 12:24pm

WoooHooo Sam, congratulations!!! That is such a brave thing to do. I am so happy for you as I know the feeling inside that you get when you overcome this. As Mary says, it only gets easier. I don't even realize if anyone is staring anymore. My family or friends usually point it out!!! LOL. Keep up the good work and keep us updated.
Love and Hugs,
Dotty

Comment by Cheryl, Co-founder on March 16, 2010 at 12:44pm

You guys are just making me cry today. Tears of joy and happiness of watching us overcome our circumstances. Brave move Sam, your courageous move today, encourages another tomorrow.

Comment by Mary on March 16, 2010 at 12:53pm

Cheryl - you and rj are the REASON that we all have this wonderful community, this wonderful support network! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Comment by Sam G on March 16, 2010 at 1:55pm

Just to continue the love fest - it was because of this website I felt empowered to go out bald and I'm glad I did. The kids at school have been fantastic. Some of the naughtier boys I work with didn't blink an eye when I went in with no wig, they just said 'nice new wig miss!!' Could have cried and hugged them all. Would encourage anyone to do it. It is scary pants and no mistake but it was so nice to feel free.

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