Hi again Angie. I know what you mean about being ready. This whole journey came about because I was ready to change my hairstyle. I have been wearing dreads since 2001 and I have wanted a change, but once I was diagnosed with CCCA I realized my options were limited. It's hard--I think dreadlocks are beautiful, and they very much suit me, but sadly mine are no longer beautiful, or at least not up to their former glory. I have known this for some time. I have never wanted to be someone who was trying to hold onto my hair, which is why I have decided to cut them despite the fact that I could still probably cover my bald spots for another year or so. I haven't had straight hair since I was in junior high! That will be the biggest change of all, but I will see how wearing a wig goes before I experiment with being bald. Thank you again for listening and blazing a trail. :)
Angie: I love your pictures. Your hair before you shaved is pretty much exactly what mine looks like now, and I too have been relegated to wearing my dreads in a ponytail for years. I am cutting them next week! I feel a mixture of anger, sadness, fear, and excitement. Thank you for being here and sharing yourself with those of us with CCCA who are new to this journey.
Hey Angie
I hope you had a good flight home.
It was so wonderful seeing & meeting you at the conference you are a very special lady & once again I am so proud & pleased to not only call you friend but Alopecian Sister.
Take Care,
Love
Pam
The Ange! 'Tis yourself!
Yeah, I'm fine, thanks - not been on here that much meself. Life is still unintentionally hilarious... a friend gave me some extra RAM for my computer a short while back, and as I was leaving, I said (without thinking) "Thanks for the memory".... *sigh* Sometimes I terrify myself.
How's you, anyway? Still the cynical, bitter, twisted old hag you always were? ... which is why I like you so much? :) xxx
Thank you for the feedback Angie. I researched photographers and in my area it was slim pickin's. Kyle Ober was a perfect match for me. He captured me. I told him all about my recently losing my hair. He knew just what to do.
Thanks for the welcome to this site. It's actually a welcome back for me. I stepped away from this site and most things Alopecia about a year ago. I had to grieve the loss and regroup. I hope to inspire those who want to be inspired. And maybe in turn gain a little more altitude and a better attitude as I live life against the grain.
Thanks for your comment-you completely answered my questions and more. I may also refuse some forms of treatment if it becomes too costly or painful. I will be returning to the Derm on Monday and she noted she will suggest and perform some treatment to stimulate growth, but my main focus is to keep the hair that I have. I'm not really concerned about the hair that won't come out to play. Hopefully soon, I will post some pics. Your hair looks great. TTYL.
Tiffani
At 12:45am on February 6, 2011, Diana Carter said…
Hi Angie...Left you a message. Just wanted to also say hello. :)
Hi Angie,
my sons ok so so far he had some kinda episode 3 weeks ago at school he was confused & disoreted n could remember things not even my name for a bit..we dont know why or what coulda happened they think maybe he had some kinda siezure or something so he had to get a eeg done..but wont know anything for a couple weeks..turkey what turky day! i hve to work! haha i hate it my job!!!! lol they want me to work the whole weekend? i was like wf i have the biggest famlit here n no days off!!! idj what ima do i may work thhrus just so i can get time & a half then quit on fri! haHA .say fried turket the remote & netflixsounds verrrrrrrry good to me!!!!!!!!
Hi Angie,
I had to take my son to the dr today by (Dome) lol and guess what I just had to stop at wig world! I have to say they are very nice there just like you said.And yes they have very nice wigs! I really liked them but yeah they are a little more pricier but they way I see it you get what you pay for right? I might try and buy a good one after the holidays ..
ok just wanted to stop by n let u know.. talk to u soon!
At 10:03am on November 17, 2010, Trina Berry said…
Hey Angie, Hope all is going well with you. Thanks for passing some energy along, I really do need it.
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Hi again Angie. I know what you mean about being ready. This whole journey came about because I was ready to change my hairstyle. I have been wearing dreads since 2001 and I have wanted a change, but once I was diagnosed with CCCA I realized my options were limited. It's hard--I think dreadlocks are beautiful, and they very much suit me, but sadly mine are no longer beautiful, or at least not up to their former glory. I have known this for some time. I have never wanted to be someone who was trying to hold onto my hair, which is why I have decided to cut them despite the fact that I could still probably cover my bald spots for another year or so. I haven't had straight hair since I was in junior high! That will be the biggest change of all, but I will see how wearing a wig goes before I experiment with being bald. Thank you again for listening and blazing a trail. :)
Angie: I love your pictures. Your hair before you shaved is pretty much exactly what mine looks like now, and I too have been relegated to wearing my dreads in a ponytail for years. I am cutting them next week! I feel a mixture of anger, sadness, fear, and excitement. Thank you for being here and sharing yourself with those of us with CCCA who are new to this journey.
Hello Angie...I am your neighbor I guess, I too live in Pearland. Did the Alopecians in Houston every get together as a group? Very interested.
I hope you had a good flight home.
It was so wonderful seeing & meeting you at the conference you are a very special lady & once again I am so proud & pleased to not only call you friend but Alopecian Sister.
Take Care,
Love
Pam
Yeah, I'm fine, thanks - not been on here that much meself. Life is still unintentionally hilarious... a friend gave me some extra RAM for my computer a short while back, and as I was leaving, I said (without thinking) "Thanks for the memory".... *sigh* Sometimes I terrify myself.
How's you, anyway? Still the cynical, bitter, twisted old hag you always were? ... which is why I like you so much? :) xxx
Tiffani
Just working and studying...same old same old for me.
Happy New Year!!!
YoKasta
my sons ok so so far he had some kinda episode 3 weeks ago at school he was confused & disoreted n could remember things not even my name for a bit..we dont know why or what coulda happened they think maybe he had some kinda siezure or something so he had to get a eeg done..but wont know anything for a couple weeks..turkey what turky day! i hve to work! haha i hate it my job!!!! lol they want me to work the whole weekend? i was like wf i have the biggest famlit here n no days off!!! idj what ima do i may work thhrus just so i can get time & a half then quit on fri! haHA .say fried turket the remote & netflixsounds verrrrrrrry good to me!!!!!!!!
I had to take my son to the dr today by (Dome) lol and guess what I just had to stop at wig world! I have to say they are very nice there just like you said.And yes they have very nice wigs! I really liked them but yeah they are a little more pricier but they way I see it you get what you pay for right? I might try and buy a good one after the holidays ..
ok just wanted to stop by n let u know.. talk to u soon!
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