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Freedom/Vacuum Wigs and the HEAT + HUMIDITY

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Relationship Status:: Engaged

About Me:: I have had alopecia universalis since I was 15 yrs old...so just about half of my life. wow! I've only recently been a little more comfortable going w/out my wig on and just a scarf. I am not yet comfortable enough to go "AU naturale" I loved that term by the way. I'm working towards that.
I would say that on the whole peoples responses to my AU have been good. However, the one horrible experience you have is the one that seems to stick more than all the positive ones.
Over the years, I've tried all kinds of wigs and paid all sorts of different prices, but I must say that my personal favorite has got to be the human hair wigs. Yes they cost an arm and a leg, but they made me feel so much more comfortable...and that's what matters the most. I am always up for other alternatives if anyone knows of any. This seems like a very positive place and I think that is fantastic. I look foward to enjoying it.

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To continue on my storyline about my search/experience for a new wig. Last time I wrote about how I had learned that I am allergic to the adhesives used in my (thought to be) perfect new lace front wig. Then I wrote about how I had learned that I am hooped and instead of sharing my alopecia with the world of people I work with, I opted for some bright red extensions. I did this to divert attention from the fact that one day I had longer brown hair and then the next I came back with my old hair a… Continue

Posted on August 15th, 2008 at 11:09am — 2 Comments (Add)

Positive temporary outcome...

First and foremost thank you to everyone who read and commented on my horrible horrible wig experience the other day. I am both pleased and proud to say that 1) with the help of a truly wonderful friend and some great sales people in other stores I was able to figure out how to "fix" my lace wig and remove almost all of the darn glue & tape that was stuck on it. I also have found a wig place in town that I think might be able to help me with different adhesive options or some sort of inner… Continue

Posted on August 7th, 2008 at 12:45am — 2 Comments (Add)

I know it's a long one, but please read. I need advise

So last month while I was in NY I decided to purchase a "lace wig" according to the website, this wig is different from a lace front wig although don't ask me how because I really don't know. Anyways, when they attached it (approximately 10 days ago) they told me that they were using the "sensitive skin" glue & tape and that with this combination the wig can stay on my head for up to 5 weeks. Of course I realize there are no guarentees in life, but I have quite a story for you... I returned… Continue

Posted on August 5th, 2008 at 1:22am — 8 Comments (Add)

Am I ready for this ???

I have had aleopecia universalis since I was 15 yrs old. I remember the day my hair truly fell out. It's been 15 yrs and it sometimes still feels like just yesterday. I cannot belive that it took me so long to find this website and others living with, dealing with and surviving life with aleopecia. I guess it's possible I just wasn't ready to. I have been wearing wigs since I was 15. I started out with the experience of going into a store where an older woman basically sat me in front of a wind… Continue

Posted on July 20th, 2008 at 9:00pm — 16 Comments (Add)

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At 5:02pm on August 27th, 2008, Maciek said…: Hey Amanda, was the picture in your profile taken on top of the Sulphur Mountain in Banff? Cause if I'm not mistaken I think I have a picture in almost same spot you're standing.

At 1:09am on August 22nd, 2008, Melissa Harris said…: Thanks Amanda for responding to my post about wigs. I will try some on FIRST FOR SURE!!! I have heard the same thing that some people like synthetic better too. Why do you like human hair better? How long does your wigs last? Do you have a custom lace wig? Thanks again for the advice!! Hope you are doing well too!
Melissa

At 7:39am on August 21st, 2008, Chelsea said…: HI Amanda-
It's nice to meet you. I teach spinning which I refer to as my first love but I also teach and take a series of classes by Les Mills International. I call them the Body classes cause they all start with the word "body". You may have heard of BodyPump which is a strength conditioning class or BodyFlow which has elements from Tai Chi, Yoga and Pilates. These are some great classes. They are all set to modern music and choreographed to the music which gives the classes a nice rhythm. Definitley check them out if you can find them in your area. They are usually done at a gym and not on a One-on-One basis.

~Chelsea

At 8:21am on August 6th, 2008, Nicole said…: Thanks! I will wait to see what she tells you....the strange part about it is I've sent messages on here before and I thought I knew how but now I can't figure it out :)

I wish you luck going back to work....I am sure it will go smoothly...maybe no one will say anything at all and like you said if they do ask just tell them what happened and leave it at that. If people ask you more questions just let them know you aren't comfortable talking about it. I thinkthey will definatley understand :)

At 1:38pm on August 5th, 2008, Lorena said…: Oh man Do I wish I could see the beauty you see everyday. I love mountains and trees and I have seen Canada only once when I was 16. We rode a train thru the Algonquinian Mountains . I saw beauty like the hand of god had sculpted it . bye Lorena

At 1:03pm on August 5th, 2008, Nicole said…: I can't figure out how to send you a message on here...do you know how to send one person a message? If so send me a message and I will reply with all the info. Sorry for some reason I can't figure it out....

At 10:16am on August 5th, 2008, Nicole said…: I have a bunch of info I could give you about ordering out of state....or in your case out of the country...: ) I am going to send the info in a message to you. So look for a message in your inbox from me and Let me know if you have any questions :)

At 9:04am on August 4th, 2008, Nicole said…: And Congratulations on your engagment!!! :)

At 9:17am on July 24th, 2008, Nicole said…: Hi Amanda! I actually work at a hair replacement clinic so I see many people with all sorts of different hair loss due to alopecia, chemotheraphy and genetic hair loss. I have more details about my hair and working at the clinic in my blog, "where I get my hair". Let me know if you have any questions : )

At 12:19pm on July 23rd, 2008, Orbit said…: Hi Amanda! Thanks for your note and your kind compliments! I love your profile picture, stunning smile and beautiful scenery! I've traveled to AB a handful of times and am always amazed with the beauty that you guys are surrounded with! Stay positive and keep smiling!