Wig shopping is fun!

This week was my birthday and I was totally spoilt. I got an abundance of gifts, many of which really touched me. 

On the actual day, I chose to have the day off work. This ensured that I was in control of the day. As much as I like my colleagues at work, just the thought of running to meetings, with no time for a loo break, just didn’t seem to be the birthday I was looking for this year.

So instead I took the day off.

I also planned it. My husband and I were to take the 7.48am bus to the train station to ensure we get to Freiburg for 9am. Surgical planning!

In Freiburg is my amazing hairdresser.

I had called her a few weeks ago, asking her to get many new wigs for me to try on during my appointment, with the intent to buy 2 or 3. The appointment was set.

Isn't it interesting how time helps.

Ten years ago, when my alopecia was starting out, no one could have told me that for FUN, and on my BIRTHDAY, I would be choosing to spend it picking wigs.

But its true, it’s now fun. I would prefer to pick wigs than go to spa!!

I tried on quite a few and each one, gives you a different look, a different vibe.

My husband is bolder than me and encourages me to try more daring things and get the wigs cut into something a little modern or daring.

It's so nice to have someone with you Someone who tells you what you need to hear. Someone you trust.

So today my alopecia blog is a reminder. A reminder that time helps and heals most things. Something that was once considered a nightmare or even unconceivable is now something I plan for and look forward to.

So anyone out there who knows someone at the early stages of hair loss, tell them there is hope.

Lots of it.
PS I ended up buying four!!