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Embracing the Bald

Tina Wickes Stage 4 Cancer Journey photo

In support of
Tina Wickes Stage 4 Cancer Journey

These last few weeks have been a rollercoaster of emotion. As I mentioned in my last update, the cold capping was not working and I was coming to terms with losing all of my hair. Early last week, I decided it was time to cut my remaining hair and go all in with the shave. That moment was met with tears, laughter, relief, sadness, hope, all of the emotions.

Over the weekend, a group of friends and I had a girls weekend at my family cabin and I released my cut locks over the edge of an outcropping of rocks. It was therapeutic in a way, a physical act of letting go and embracing what comes next.

This last month and a half has reminded me that I don’t want to put my life on hold. Yes, I’m going through something incredibly hard. Yes, there are days when the emotions hit me like a ton of bricks. But there are also still so many things I love, so many people I love, and so much LIFE left to live.

So I’m going to keep doing the things that make me happy. I’m going to laugh until my stomach hurts, make memories, spend time with my people, get outside, travel when I can, celebrate the little things, and say YES to the experiences that fill my cup. I’m going to keep showing up for myself.

My new shaved head may be a visible reminder of what I’m going through, but it does not define me. It doesn’t get to take away my joy, my sense of adventure or my hopes and dreams.

So yes, I’m hairless. I’m scared. I’m hopeful. I’m grateful. I'm joyful. I’m still figuring it all out, one day at a time.

But most importantly, I’m still here. And I’m living.

Next week brings my third round of chemotherapy, I am kicking this cancers ass one treatment at a time. 🩷💙💚

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Tina Wickes
16 days ago

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Aephillips3 15 days ago

I always knew you'd be beautiful with any hair or no hair at all. And I was right! Keep up the good work - signed your favorite CFO. :)

Kmarch 15 days ago

You're such an incredible badass. And the shaved head just accentuates your bad-assery. So proud of you, my friend.

Sageanathan 15 days ago

You're a badass Tina!

Tim Beere 15 days ago

Babysteps.. you got this and as everyone has said you are a true Badass… your a beautiful woman no matter what.. inside and out..

Kara Reno 15 days ago

I’m so happy you’re able to still have things to enjoy. It’s good for the soul.

Sherrierler 15 days ago

You are amazing

Jen Alley 15 days ago

I so admire your ability to be so transparent about your journey, emotions, and process. And lucky us to get to witness such courage and bravery and life living in the face of this adversity.

Shaloncolleen 15 days ago

I was so busy looking at your beautiful smile, I didnt notice a bald head!

Tricia Johnston 15 days ago

You are amazing!

Priscilla Schmidt 15 days ago

You look Awesome!! We will keep the prayers coming 🙏😊😊

Charles.wright1117 15 days ago

Need some sunscreen for that shiny dome?

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