Finding Confidence, Love and Acceptance Through My Hair Loss Journey
I lost my hair a long time ago following abuse and physical trauma and was always made to feel guilty and ashamed about being bald as girl and that it was something disgusting to hide and never talk about. I was given my first NHS wigs in the days when there was little choice of style and when I look at photos of me at 16 or 17 years old, I actually look older than I do now in my 60’s. Growing up with female hair loss was incredibly isolating, and for many years I believed my wigs defined me. It has taken time, support and self-acceptance to realise that hair loss does not define who I am.
When We Met
I met Graham 22 years ago through a mutual love of riding motorbikes and our relationship flourished when my house burned down in 2016 and he offered me and my cats a temporary shelter while the insurance work was carried out. (this took 9 months!). Sharing accommodation with someone for that length of time obviously meant certain personal aspects of life were also shared and for the first time in my life I had someone who was gentle, caring, compassionate and understanding about my ‘disability’.
Learning That I Am More Than My Wig
Graham, over the course of these past years, has shown me that he loves me for who I am inside, for the struggles I’ve overcome and for trying my best to not give up. He tells me daily he loves me with or without my wigs because to him they do not define who I am and he loves me for my ‘heart‘ not my hair. Graham, through his constancy and steadfast love and devotion, has helped me overcome my shame and embarrassment about being bald and he has given me the confidence to talk openly about wearing wigs.
A Real-Life Valentine
I shall be 61 years old on the 14th February this year (Graham calls me his real-life valentine) and I am finally learning to be the best version of me thanks to this wonderful man.
Love, Carolyn x
Thank you Carolyn for sharing your story. It truly is wonderful to hear how much Graham has helped you throughout your journey. We hope you both enjoy your bottle of champagne, and your birthday celebrations!
Best Wishes, SW Team x
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I love Carolyn and Graham’s love story! It shows just how important understanding and acceptance of something beyond our control yet still surrounded by stigma really is. Carolyn and Graham, this is such a testament to your commitment, love and respect for one another. It’s also a story of individual values and Graham’s strength as a key witness to your life, dealing with something that can devastate so many women. I wish you both all the best and enjoy the champers 😉 x
Congratulations and Happy birthday. What a lovely story.
What a beautiful story, true love ??