Cute hat, cute teddy, and really cute Doper! I’m glad to see you’re getting some use out of the hat! Remember what I said, about how you’d have a hard time finding anything brighter?
I’ve thought about what I’d do if faced with losing my hair, and it pretty much fits with what you did. Wait until it starts to fall, then cut it off. Maybe get some of those temporary tattoos. I wonder if one could do paisley all over her scalp, in some shade to match her outfit? I once knew a woman who wore an eyepatch rather than have a prosthetic eye, she had lots of patches in all colors, materials, and styles.
And I’ll remember you in prayer in church tomorrow, and in my daily prayer!
I’m so glad you’re hangin’ in there and keeping an upbeat attitude. You may find that being bald really isn’t that bad. I’ve had a shaved head twice in my life (for just over a year each time) and I quite enjoyed it. You may find yourself rubbing your scalp a lot just because it feels so good.
Your strength and determination will get you through this. On the plus side, eventually you can stop shaving your legs too because the hair stops growing there as well. I’m glad to see you have such an upbeat attitude about all this.
A friend of mine had breast cancer, had a lumpectomy, had the chemo and lost her hair too. It’s now back thicker than ever.
Benefit of shaved head: WIGS. Oh man, when I had my head shaved, I had about 5 or 6 different wigs. So one day I could be blonde, long hair, next day a red bob, next day brunette, whatever. That was a lot of fun! If you look online you can find some pretty reasonably priced synthetic wigs.
ETA: I’m not suggesting you start wearing wigs all the time. I certainly never did. It’s just fun to have the option of accessorizing with your hair as well as your clothes and such, on occasion.
Hey, Ivylass, just wanted to say you have a great attitude, and made me realize that the inconsequential nonsense I had been bitching about all day long was really just that.
So I’ll make you a deal…I’m a cosmetology student at the new Aveda Institute in Winter Park. In a few months, when the fuzz grows into that “can’t-do-anything-with-it” length, swing by the school and I’ll give you a complimentary “I Kicked Cancer’s Ass!” 'do and color, if you want. I’m thinking a Faux-Hawk or something else that says “Lookit me and all my awesome-osity!!”
Now that I think about it, I am going to bring that up when I go back to school this week. I think we need to organize a Survivor Beauty Nite or something.
Cause, you know, every girl likes to be pampered!
You’re awesome, Ivy, really. Congrats and good luck!
You still rock!
Don’t forget to sunscreen that pretty head. If it’s whiter than the rest of you, use some self tanner. Don’t let it burn! Since it’s never been exposed, it can burn very easily.
I’m sure they told you to use lots of sunscreen anyway, since the chemo can make you sunburn much more easily.
You’re still in my thoughts every day.
I couldn’t do that…I had noticeable bald spots. I hope yours stays baby fine!
LilGypsyGirl, I think that’s a wonderful idea! Maybe you can contact your local chapter of the American Cancer Society and see what you can offer up. They have a program called Look Good Feel Better that helps with cosmetics and skin care (they’re sending me a DVD) but I don’t think anyone has talked about how to take care of a patient *after *their hair comes back.
picunurse, I’m planning on wearing a do-rag or a cap or hat or something at all times, so no fear of a sunburned pate. Since 80% of your body heat escapes from your head (I think that’s the stat) wearing something on my head will help me regulate my body temperature.
I’m thinking a Faux-Hawk or something else that says “Lookit me and all my awesome-osity!!” 
