Nowhere Hair
Children look at me funny since I've lost my hair; even when I'm wearing a hat or a scarf. They're curious, intimidated, wary, frightened...They hesitate to come near me. They stare. At restaurants, in church...
Children have never been afraid of me before; in fact, many were quite captivated with me. But not now. My own children hated to see my bald head initially. "Put your hat back on, Mom," they insisted.
For all these reasons, I was delighted to happen across this new book yesterday. In yesterday's PR web release, one reviewer is quoted as saying,
“Nowhere Hair offers an age-appropriate and honest explanation to children while speaking to the adult in a way that is empowering. Women
who know they will lose their hair are reminded they are still beautiful and vibrant, even when bald."
I was able to talk to my own kids about losing my hair, try to prepare them for it beforehand, and help them deal with it afterward. Only one other child has asked me why every time she sees me now, I am wearing a scarf. She and her sister listened, asked questions, and then dared to look at my bald head. Her younger sister wasn't sure if she wanted to see it or not; but in the end, they both looked at it and accepted it. Although, they expressed that they prefer I keep my hat on. I can't have that conversation with every child that crosses my path. I wonder how many kids ask their parents, "Did you see that lady wearing the hat in the Yellowstone? Did you notice that she didn't have any hair when she took her hat off to take that picture? What happened to her hair?" This book might help with such discussions.
Please check it out and pass it along! Put in requests to your libraries so that they will order it and more families can utilize it. And read it to your kids; even if you don't have cancer yourself. For them...for me.
Grace and Peace,
Angel
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6 comments:
Angel, this may sound cliche', but I have to say it.....
Hair or no hair, you are a beautiful woman.
Your bald head is perfectly shaped and smooth. Being bald accentuates the beauty of your eyes and your nose and your smile. You've got great cheekbones and perfect ears.
Who else can say that?? Not many. Being bald helps all of these attributes to shine brighter.
Besides, you have new hair growth to look forward to.
And hats and kerchiefs look really smashing on you.
I appreciate your forward and honest approach to children's questions.
PS: I mean every word I say. Trust me. You have no worries about your graceful smooth pate!
I think you are striking. Seriously- just beautiful. That bald head just enhances your facial features and you.are.beautiful!
You know what my FIRST thought was? You have a beautiful head!
really.
:)
amy in peru
I agree with everyone else. You have to know that you're beautiful. I remember first seeing you in Indiana and thinking, "Wow, she's pretty and tall." (well, taller than me...)
Great idea to ask your librarian to stock the book. I'll do that, as my librarian loves us.
Ok, big mistake to read this without the pictures. Oh my, can I just say stunning??? Realy Angel, no hair really makes all your beautiful features POP! I love these photos and when this is all over, I bet you will love them too, not just for how they look but for the reminder of the Journey the Lord has taken you on. God BLESS you Angel!
Great idea about the book, I will definitely put a request in at our library. I agree with everyone else, you look beautiful! I saw a preview for a show with Maura Tierney, and her hair has started to grow back. She looks really cute with the super-short hair, and I was thinking "I bet Angel will look like that soon too!" Also, is there an upside to the hair loss, like not having to shave?
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