Today, my family took me to a wig store saying I wouldn't feel so insecure about being bald because of my chemo treatments. When I told them I accepted myself and didn't want a wig, they came out and told me THEY couldn't accept it. My own family is embarrassed of me over something I can't control. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I was fired for having a haircut that was 'inappropriate for the workplace'. I have alopecia. My boss told me to stop making up excuses. FML
Today, I told my grandma my boyfriend had cheated on me. She told me that it was my fault for not straightening my hair, and for gaining a few pounds. FML
Today, my dad decided I was too hairy and taught me to shave. This would be a great bonding experience if I weren't a girl. FML
Today, I was together with a few of my friends when I got up the courage to confess I have an eating disorder. One of my friends then said "... but you're not skinny." FML
Today, I was getting a spray tan and realized I didn't have a hair tie, so I used a thong instead. I lost track of time and realized I needed to go pick up my daughter. I threw on my clothes, drove to pick her up, went to the store, and went for ice cream... thong still in my hair. FML
Today, I went on my first date in months. My mum had invited friends over, and when I told them I was going out on a date, my mum said "No you're not, don't lie. Who would go out with you?" FML
Today, my mom confessed to me that she used to pluck my step-dad's butt hair. I hope the brain-gods delete this obnoxious mental picture. FML
Today, when I showed someone my 9-year old passport, she commented, “You look so different! Now you have that Jason Statham thing going on!” My hair goes down to my shoulders; this confirms that my receding hairline is real and it’s time to come to grips. At least I’m over 30. FML
Today, it's been two weeks since my parents went crazy with their attempts to save on the water bill. Every time I want to take a shower, I have to ask them first. Let's just say I've had to resort to taking sponge baths in public bathrooms to keep my B.O. under control. FML
Today, I helped my children dye Easter eggs. They did great. My husband, however, is covered in dye spots and glitter from "helping." FML
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Superadie 0
Two things: First:congrats for your strenght and courage, half the healing process is a mental one, when you know you're gonna make it, you WILL make it! Keep fighting and it will be allright. Second, maybe what is embarrassing your family isn't your illness but the sheer fact that you're ill and that they can't to anything to help you. It's not something they can themselves battle against and it may hurt them a lot to see you without hair, a constant reminder that even if they are your family they can't protect you from everything.. I don't know how to say it in english but : Je t'envoie plein de bonnes ondes, courage!
Janelle561 0
She has cancer, and all you can comment is you just got owned by your family? Heartless much
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tapoutORpassout 0
wow! the hell with them you dont need that shit! best of luck. thoughts and hopes for you to continue in the right direction.
Mortal_Light 0
Although you don't have to wear a wig, you should still wear something on your head when you go outside since the chemo makes your skin more sensitive to light.
fxdxhk90 0
I am sorry, your family is a group of ***** that really sucks. Anyhow, I hope everything works out , get well soon.
xHaniffax 0
OMG FYL and screw your parents, what a bunch of assholes, how dare they!?! You can do what you feel is best for you and what you're most comfortable in. Reading this FML makes me feel outraged, enraged and everything in between. I hope your treatment is going well xx
SucksToBeMoi 0
twat.
not_that_effedup 0
Honey, I work with cancer patients every day, and I'm so happy for you that you feel comfortable with yourself. That's a hard thing for survivors to feel. Good luck, and hopefully your family just gets over it.
alijacket 0
I understand them adjusting to the change, but that's beyond ****** up. Keep on going with your confidence.
Donthavekids 0
Cancer is just Natural Selection.
kirei_fml 0
#59, you'll be next if you don't stfu.
Theo_fml 0
#59. You are a moron. I have always been extremely fit in all ways, been a top student at school, etc, but still had two cancers. Cancer is completely out of one's control, and is caused, as far as I can tell, by the lives we lead in the modern world, because of the pollution and all the crap in the food. It is no surprise that there is much more cancer in North America than anywhere else in the world, that's where you find the most trans fat and other nocive chemicals, I believe. If it was only a matter of natural selection, then assholes like you should be the first ones to get cancer. I do so hate it when people like you are ever given a chance to reproduce.
Donthavekids 0
People can also have genetic characteristics that make them more susceptible to cancer, so if what you said is true, and you suffer from two different types of cancer, then YOU should be hating that your allowed to reproduce.
xHaniffax 0
Cancer is caused by environmental and genetics that doesn't mean oh just because we have this disease and that illness that we should just bury our heads under the sand and stop living. If it was just a matter of natural selection then a lot of people would die out but there are so many factors concerning people's lives that you can't just say that and make someone feel bad about it too. 1 in 3 of us will get cancer. You are probably that "1" so shut up.
Donthavekids 0
"1 in 3 of us will get cancer. You will probably be that one so shut up." I'll let you know if i do. But knowing nothing about how you live or your genetic disposition, realize that that's just as likely you who will get cancer, with your 1 in 3 theory.
xHaniffax 0
Yes but I wasn't the one insulting the OP, infact I probably will considering my genes. But then I didn't use cancer and natural selection to belittle people.
Donthavekids 0
I never insulted the op. I insulted one of the people who responded to me.
R3nesmee 0
Mark266 should really go crawl under a rock and die. As for the OP, that sucks. Families are supposed to be supportive, not ashamed of a family member being ill.... F them.
uid0 0
Chemo sucks. I've lost all the hair on my body a few times over now...however, it's not their decision -- if you're comfortable going without a wig, then by all means, go for it.