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Happy Hairless Christmas? I was lucky enough to be in London last night. I was crossing Waterloo bridge and this view of London, never ceases to thrill me. The moon was bright and sparkling on the river, I could see Big Ben and the London eye. Lights everywhere. I have felt all Christmassy ever since. This got me to thinking about those of you who are perhaps facing your very first Christmas without your hair. There is soooooo much to do!!! Shopping, cooking, visiting, as well as parties. Many of these things, especially parties involve getting dressed up and looking good. Let's face it after choosing what we wear our hair is the single most important feature we use to express ourselves. Christmas just brings all this to the forefront and you may be feeling worse then you ever have in your life. I have always been a sucker for Christmas I love everything about it. But my first Christmas without hair however was really tough. I still find it painful to remember. We had just lost our baby daughter, I didn't like my wig, and I hadn't told most of my friends. I couldn't stand to look at myself. It is not an exaggeration to say I felt ugly. Looking back on that time and the most obvious thing I see is my lack of reaching out and getting some support. As well as feeling ashamed, I was so afraid of it being awkward, it just seemed easier to deal with it alone. How wrong I was! Once I found a wig I loved, and gained the confidence to tell people, my world changed for the better. I can happily say it has continued to do so ever since.To be open about losing your hair is no easy thing; I understand this. But it has been one of the best things I have ever done. I would like you to remember some things about the people around you. If you are lucky enough to have family and friends who love and care for you then trust them to support you and help you through this. Ask yourself this question- How would I feel about my friend if she lost her hair? Would I judge her? Not like her anymore? Think she was ugly? Of course not. We love our friends and they love us for what we bring to each other's lives. Not how we look or what we wear. Most people are more than supportive and sympathetic. This doesn't mean that I haven't had my share of awkward moments or insensitive comments, but these were far and few between and now never. Think about why you love your friends. I love my friends because they make me laugh, they are there for me, they listen. If you really aren't ready to tell the people in your life or maybe you aren't feeling supported, remember you are not alone. There are thousands of people going through this too. Try and find your local support group or an online commuity you feel comfortable with. Here are a couple of links which maybe helpful. http://www.alopeciaareatasupport.co.uk/ www.alopeciaonline.org.uk I hope you will find the courage to reach out to someone. You really are worth it. Please have a very happy Christmas even if it is without your hair.
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