tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post2651071559307961105..comments2024-03-22T17:30:05.579-07:00Comments on Weaving a Life: On VanityLaura Fryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06599868570350256631noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-6907751937490337472016-04-19T13:52:37.556-07:002016-04-19T13:52:37.556-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01350447919000146804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-6049212601698604222011-04-26T10:05:27.650-07:002011-04-26T10:05:27.650-07:00Small B cell lymphoma. I've got an appointmen...Small B cell lymphoma. I've got an appointment with my hairdresser for May 13 for a buzz cut, hoping the wig will have arrived by then so she can give it a 'personalized' cut for me. :)<br />cheers,<br />LauraLaura Fryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06599868570350256631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-74282392767442856632011-04-26T09:07:50.156-07:002011-04-26T09:07:50.156-07:00Do you know what type of lymphoma it is? I have fo...Do you know what type of lymphoma it is? I have follicular lymphoma, and it, too, will recur. When your hair starts falling out, your scalp will be tender and itchy, almost like a sunburn. Buzz your hair off then, otherwise the weight of your hair (even if it's short) will keep your scalp achy and irritated. I never wore a wig, just bandannas and scarves, as the steroids they were also giving me gave me hot flashes like crazy. Keep resting and keep your spirits up!Lisa Raschehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05968143611329972908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-68991881614774557872011-04-24T14:26:54.285-07:002011-04-24T14:26:54.285-07:00Apparently this form of lyhmphoma is considered a ...Apparently this form of lyhmphoma is considered a chronic disease and will recur at regular intervals so I'm up for more chemo in the future too. C'est la vie!<br />cheers,<br />LauraLaura Fryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06599868570350256631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-34725930422581464712011-04-24T14:10:02.698-07:002011-04-24T14:10:02.698-07:00I have an auto-immune disease, Rheumatoid Arthriti...I have an auto-immune disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis. I'll be on low dose chemo for the rest of my life. While I didn't loose my hair its gotten thinner, breaks, and has become very course. The one thing I can assure you of is that your students will remember your lovely heart and what your teaching them not what you look like. The other thing to remember is your not alone.Iseaulte of the Clewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15516794238118671767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-42315948010911592132011-04-24T14:01:20.169-07:002011-04-24T14:01:20.169-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Iseaulte of the Clewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15516794238118671767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-34432864028426215332011-04-20T18:45:10.778-07:002011-04-20T18:45:10.778-07:00You have all my good thoughts and best wishes. Be...You have all my good thoughts and best wishes. Be careful when you order your wig that you get one intended for chemo patients. It is my understanding that there is a difference in both the fit and comfort. You are a beautiful person.<br />Stephanie SAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-7866396951266775722011-04-20T14:14:31.295-07:002011-04-20T14:14:31.295-07:00it's not vanity to want people to focus on you...it's not vanity to want people to focus on your message, not your illness. after all, you are NOT your illness. it's just a sign that you're a fabulous teacher--doing whatever it takes to remove the distractions for your students!terrinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-451701485243323152011-04-20T11:06:57.199-07:002011-04-20T11:06:57.199-07:00I don't think this is about vanity at all. It...I don't think this is about vanity at all. It's just about wanting to be normal. Normal like you usually are. Normal like everyone else is. Do what you want to do for whatever reason you choose. It's all okay. Plus, the decision you make today might be very different from the decision you make a month from now. And that's okay, too. Take it all a day at a time.<br /><br />Around here, I see more and more patients going with scarves and hats. As awareness grows, so does tolerance and acceptance. Our definition of "normal" is expanding, which, I think, is a very good thing.Sally G. Knighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07643473583969534380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-72821603777248819982011-04-20T09:08:43.387-07:002011-04-20T09:08:43.387-07:00Laura, do what feels comfortable for you. I too w...Laura, do what feels comfortable for you. I too would feel the way you do. <br />I agree that anyone taking a workshop or listening to at a talk on weaving will be focused on your passion for weaving. <br />Healing thoughts & Best Wishes.<br />JudeJudenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-78832989988677674342011-04-20T08:58:03.904-07:002011-04-20T08:58:03.904-07:00You are always a beautiful woman, Laura, hair or n...You are always a beautiful woman, Laura, hair or none. Beauty is more than exterior details. You just do what you have to do to make yourself comfortable. Others will quickly adapt. Big hugs!Louisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11685532773952211627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-77084816952453590782011-04-20T07:16:30.290-07:002011-04-20T07:16:30.290-07:00I agree that looking like your usual self will hel...I agree that looking like your usual self will help others (and you!) focus on things besides your illness/recovery. Do whatever makes you feel better (bubble bath, massage, sleep, wig...). I hope things go well today.Rhonda from Baddeckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04651399104456601085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-91295598499332039042011-04-20T06:45:43.516-07:002011-04-20T06:45:43.516-07:00Thinking of you today and sending hugs and good wi...Thinking of you today and sending hugs and good wishes. It might be easier to cut the hair really short before it starts falling out which no doubt will be difficult. I cut my hair off to a fuzz twice - and enjoyed the freedom.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-69851066941998280442011-04-20T05:52:29.975-07:002011-04-20T05:52:29.975-07:00My thoughts and prayers are with you today, Laura....My thoughts and prayers are with you today, Laura. Stay strong!DebbieBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00508692845369401119noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-35503277908632571792011-04-20T04:33:57.599-07:002011-04-20T04:33:57.599-07:00Laura, you´ll look just lovely with a wig - or wit...Laura, you´ll look just lovely with a wig - or without it! It´s just hair, honey; let it go away with your illness. When you finish chemo, the new hair will grow more beautiful than before, because you´ll be renewed - and ready for everything. And don´t you forget - I´m always holding your hand.<br /><br />Hugs,<br />Claudia RizziAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12308509267464497994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-2695750457721390522011-04-20T01:32:34.069-07:002011-04-20T01:32:34.069-07:00I'll be thinking of you today, Laura. I think...I'll be thinking of you today, Laura. I think you are very wise to be considering your own feelings, and the reactions of those around you. And very strong to discuss it, too.Alisonhttp://www.yarnscape.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-18114143386701885162011-04-19T22:23:06.953-07:002011-04-19T22:23:06.953-07:00Ultimately I don't want the conference registr...Ultimately I don't want the conference registrants to focus on my 'illness' but on my message. :)<br /><br />cheers,<br />LauraLaura Fryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06599868570350256631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-91109606933885565192011-04-19T21:17:07.643-07:002011-04-19T21:17:07.643-07:00Yes, do whatever is best for you. When my mother ...Yes, do whatever is best for you. When my mother lost her hair to chemo, she decided on a wig in public or when there were visitors whom she was not very close to, and then her lovely re-fuzzing self at other times. The re-fuzzing part is delightful.TeresaAngelinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04251765018168417707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-18118974196396278672011-04-19T18:34:23.985-07:002011-04-19T18:34:23.985-07:00I recently had a big breast cancer scare and was c...I recently had a big breast cancer scare and was contemplating losing my long red hair, which is basically a big part of my identity. I was finding hat patterns I could knit. But push never came to shove so I never had to really face my coworkers without hair and am not sure what I would have actually done. So it seems like something you decide at the time for your own comfort level. It seems like your feelings are more important than anyone else's at a moment like this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-11430315551198862642011-04-19T17:57:02.331-07:002011-04-19T17:57:02.331-07:00Go bare, or go wigged. Either way, we're on yo...Go bare, or go wigged. Either way, we're on your side. Big hug!Sandra Rudehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04691078578557110217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-537158321255176863.post-81068601848576696412011-04-19T17:41:13.376-07:002011-04-19T17:41:13.376-07:00Yes Laura - do whatever works for you, especially ...Yes Laura - do whatever works for you, especially to feel comfortable while teaching. One of my friends who is in chemo wears cute scarves when people are around, but goes bare (and shaves it to keep it even) when close friends are with her. <br /><br />As a younger woman I always wanted to shave my head. I think it was a 70's thing or something.<br /><br />So the pert, platinum model?? Love and healing.<br /><br />Catecate markeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06650102955896085493noreply@blogger.com