Comment by MiNAH on August 11, 2009 at 10:14pm

Thank you Mary, for showing how this Scarf/Bandanna is wrapped and put on correctly.
I would do this for years, without any idea if I was doing it right,
With sadness and hurt, that I was doing it in fear for others perception about me.
I would be so uncomfortable, even angry at my self and others for projecting their opinion onto me.
Forcing me to Cover Up.
Even looking at myslef as I wrapped my head, made me feel worthless.
Just as you, I too...eventually... decided to take the Plunge and go without head covering.
I wouldn't conform any longer...as It was about time I faced my own insecurities.
I followed my Human Right to be Free!
That was 1982...and it's been a long Journey...some days good...some days bad!
Yes, If we could have hair back, it would be a wonderful thing.
I could even learn to "FLiP MY HAiR"

Like I said "DON'T BECOME A PRiSONER IN YOUR OWN LiFE"
"DON'T LET THEiR PERCEPTiONS...WRiTE THE STORY iN YOUR BOOK"
"TRiLLiONS OF TEARS.....FLOODiNG THE YEARS!
By MiNA

Comment by Mary on August 11, 2009 at 10:35pm

Thank you for thoughts, Mina - beautiful as always.

Comment by Pamela S on August 17, 2009 at 8:35am

Hi Mary, thanks for your great video. Where did you get your scarves from? I've been looking for something similar in NZ for those times that it's a bit cooler (it is winter downunder right now) but haven't found anything. Any tips? Cheers, Pamela

Comment by Mary on August 17, 2009 at 1:06pm

Hi Pamela,

Unfortunately, the nice lady in Wisconsin who I bought all those scarves from doesn't seem to be there anymore...my emails haven't reached her. There are Turkish "oya" scarves like these on eBay, but I liked hers best after trying several sellers. If you search online or on eBay for "Turkish oya" you'll find sellers. Be aware of the size...they vary quite a bit. As I said on the video, 31-33" square work best on my head for how I tie them. Let me know how you do. Mary

Comment by Kirsteen Forrest on September 14, 2009 at 4:51pm

Hi Mary! Thank you for making a wonderful video! I wear scarves sometimes but didnt know quite how to get the volume I liked or make them look as stylish whilst being comfortable. Thanks to you - I now do and I feel great in them. Hope you are well?

Kirsteen

Comment by Mary on September 14, 2009 at 5:00pm

Hi Kirsteen - glad you like the video! I made it a little over a year ago. I still wear the scarves when I want something on my head, and when it's cool enough. But, I'm mostly going out bald these days - there are recent photos on my page of me performing in SD and LA. Best, Mary

Comment by Kirsteen Forrest on September 15, 2009 at 3:16pm

Hi Mary! Living in Scotland, most days are cold enough for me to wear scarves ha ha! I have been going out "..au naturalle" over the last week when the air's not too cold - it's great not to have to think about what to put on my head - it's like a weight's been lifted and i'm free again. It's thanks to this site and all the inspirational members that gave me the courage to do so. I looked at your photos, they're great. How long have you been performing? Take care, K x

Comment by Mary on September 15, 2009 at 3:24pm

Yes, Kirsteen...it IS like a weight being lifted to have the freedom to be bald in public, or wear something.

I've been performing as a drummer with various bands for about 25 years, and teaching folk dancing for over 30. I used to do a fair amount of Scottish country dancing - great stuff!
Mary

Comment by lynne on September 16, 2009 at 5:23pm

brilliant video mary, but i still dont think id ever be able to go bald, i dont even show my friends and havent shown my family for a while either, i love seein other women bald they look beautiful but i dont have the guts to do so,

Comment by Mary on September 16, 2009 at 5:56pm

Thanks so much, Lynn.

I really understant that going out bald isn't for everyone. We all need to do what is most comfortable for us.

I will say that it wasn't easy for me at first to go bald, but it just got easier every time I did it. I took baby steps, and now it's just the way I am.

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