New type of life..

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Today I received information from The National Alopecia Areata Foundation.  I know my hair loss is due to my autoimmune problems but to have more support from others who understand is so needed.

Oct 2013 - After a shave and shower!
So anyhoo, I know I have been belly achin' about my bald spots on my head.  So I went ahead and shaved my hair off.  Just tired of combing it over, worrying about the wind, bla bla bla.  At least I have freedom from fixing my hair to cover my bald spots, I have a few cute wigs and a small but great support group. 

I know this will be an adjustment but as I always have said, it's hair and if it grows back, great.  If I just get patches, then oh well...

Anywho, that's it!  :)

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