Hi Emily and Jeannie. I'm Rose Wickler, friends with Lily who also posted on your page. I started a support group in Dubuque, IA. Our first meeting was August 2 and our next will be October 25. Dubuque is right across the Mississippi from the border between Wisconsin and Illinois. So you're just an hour and a half away from us. We had a mom and daughter team (daughter age 14) come to the meeting from Madison, WI which is just about 15 minutes farther than you two. We'd love to have you there but if you think it would be too much too quick, Lily is turning 10 soon and her and her mom would love to talk with you both. I'm 20 years old, so I'll probably be too old to talk with but hopefully Lily and Emily will get along. Please let me know. I'd be very glad to hear from you. Take as much time as you need. I was 15 when my Alopecia started and I remember how it felt when it was new. Good luck with everything! Luvs! Rose :)

hi i'm lily im 9 nice to meet you1