My Chemo Hair Journey: Two Cuts & A Shave
- Posted on 05 September, 2022
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- By Anonymous
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The past few weeks have been quite the journey for me. On Friday, August 12th, I received my first round of chemotherapy at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
I knew my hair was likely going to start falling out within the next few weeks, but I wasn’t quite ready to completely let go. Instead, I decided to have a little bit of fun! Two hair cuts and shave later… here we are. ❤️
I hope you enjoy going on this journey with me, and maybe I can even inspire some of you out there who are going through the same thing. My best advice: embrace the change, appreciate your natural beauty, and remember – it will grow back (or so they tell me ).
I honestly thought losing my hair would be way more emotional, but I think the fact that I was able to accept it in stages really helped. It also helped to have my number one partner in life, Brian, by my side the entire way. And there in the end when we knew it was just plain old time to shave it off.
Thanks, as always, for the continued support. Some days I wake up wondering how on earth we got to this point… but I am also thankful every day that I have such an amazing community rallying behind me.
For now, I keep looking in the mirror and saying “I’M BALD!” But… I do have to say, it’s so much easier to maintain.
PEEF, Hope & Love,
Jessica ❤️
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All right people it's time the hair is coming out, it's some way or another, not all the way out, but a lot of it's coming out today. You ready, so i don't know what i'm gon na do. I don't have a style in mind. I don't have anything. All i know is that i'm gon na have bangs of some sort, and i want to just like see what i don't know, maybe hopefully my hopefully my hair stylist is like this is what we should do and it's just it works out, because i have no Idea what to do do you got any ideas? Brian nope, okay, well ryan's gon na film a little bit, so i guess we'll figure out. What'S gon na happen here? Oh my god, you guys have bangs it kind of looks cute. I like it. It'S like really crazy. I don't even know what to think right now. It'S probably been like i was probably like. I don't know. 16 last time i had bangs i'll throw up a couple of pictures of me with my previous bangs like when i was a little kid, but, oh my god, i look so weird like compared to what i i don't know. I like it. I kind of feel like i can i can i can do it. What do you think i dig it welcome to crocs on a bench swing thing um. So i have like no voice today, but i just wanted to share with you guys wait is that a mosquito? Ah, i just want to show you guys, what's going on uh here, just watch this little clip that i just filmed inside in the bathroom yep. It'S officially begun for real for real guys. The hair is coming out, i just keep grabbing and there just keeps being more and more and more. This is just over the last like half hour, it's two weeks and two days into my after my first chemo. My voice is a little hoarse right now, i'm having allergies and all kinds of issues, but my hair, i feel like, looks pretty cute right now. So i'm kind of sad now it's falling out, because this is just how it naturally dried and it just looks cute. I just like it you know, but now i know i only need to grow it back to this length for it to look cute, but i also kind of want to get a shot cut like shorter, like almost like my mom's length, insert picture of my mom Here, um to see how it looks so i kind of want to do that and then get it shaved. What do you think i don't know, but it's a lot of hair coming out right now, so much hair, so much hair just coming out of me. I think i'm gon na have bryan go. Take some photos of me before i like lose all my hair, so i can just remember how cute it was and just remember that it's gon na come back, but i can all. Honestly, all i've been doing is laughing because at this point i can't even cry or anything all i can do is really just laugh so yeah, my hair's falling out. I'Ve just been gathering it over the last like 15-20 minutes, i'm just pulling. Ah sorry, there's like bugs trying to attack me, i'm just pulling like i'm not even pulling i'm just going like that, and it's just coming out, hey brian, say hi to my future: youtube video that i'm filming all right. So, look at my lovely hair right now too yeah you look great. I think i would. I would tell you to shave in like solidarity, but i don't want you to shave. I like your hair, so don't do that yeah. I think one of us should have hair it's just i've never been like i'm not like. I guess i'm not attached to my hair but like it's still just i can't imagine being bald. So that's going to be a really shocker, but i think i'm glad that i got it cut to this length because i had a little fun with it um. I still want to get it cut like shorter and then shave it just to see what it looks like really short, but um. I don't know i feel like if i'd just gone from like what i had before to shaved and also, if i'd shaved, it preemptively, not knowing if it's actually gon na fall out like now. I clearly know like yeah, it's gon na fall out which some people are like. Yes, it's gon na fall out, but some people have been like it might just thin. It might not fall out like different things have happened to different people, but just with the level. It'S falling out like there's no way that it's worth like keeping it around. Just to you know it would just be so annoying so yeah. What do you think? I think that no matter what happens, i'm gon na love you and i'll, be amazingly beautiful. No matter what seriously like, are you freaked out? If it's are you freaked out to have me be bald? It'S i'm not freaked out for you to be bald, i'm freaked out by not not by, but for you in the process you know, but so far you've been handling it like a champ, but you know i get it you're like it's sad, but at the same Time you kind of just have to laugh. You just have to laugh like so yeah, so we'll we'll keep updating yourself cute and like hats - and you know maybe a wig or any of that kind of stuff, we'll keep updating you guys on. What'S next in the hair process like this, this video will continue with other stuff, but today, sunday, august 28th is the day when it's all kind of beginning it feels like yeah. So here we go. I didn't marry you for your hair, though i married you for your eyes. Oh my blue eyes. I do have pretty eyes you guys, don't really ever get to see how pretty they are, but they're pretty nice. All right, we'll see you next time. Well, just when you thought this video was over, i am getting another haircut. Sorry my voice sounds so weird, i'm actually i have like laryngitis, but given this as the new development, i decided it's time to get it even shorter, just to see what it looks like when it's a little bit shorter. So i'm gon na go in and ask for the pammy. Do you know what the pammy is? Yes, it's your mother's haircut. Yes, i'm gon na go and see if you like. I want to look just like this and show them pictures of my dear mother. All right, let's hit it hi hi! Oh my god, it looks so weird. You look so different, uh, so shout outs to great clips. They actually give you your haircut for free if you're going through chemo. Do i look like my mother yeah. You look a lot more like your mother, my mom's gon na freak out when she sees me and she's gon na be like what did you do? What did you do to your hair? This is my life. Guys. Next step is probably going to be shaving. It all off, but for now we got this weird like, oh my god, it looks so much lighter it's so weird, though it looks i mean like it is shades lighter like oh, like the color, it's almost blonde like in the light look at that. I need to i need to wash it and then do the brush the brush, like my mom, does. Oh, my god like that fascinating. I love it all right here. We are we're gon na, go to my parents house and see what my mom thinks of my new hairdo. You ready for this. Let'S do it. She has no idea, you think my hair looks good yes, and what were you gon na say? I was gon na say when i saw that picture with you with your hair, i'm like going. Oh, my god, and i mean it's beautiful. I mean i don't know. Where did that hair come from like? Did it like from one place or it's just basically, if i take my hand and go like this, it's just you get here. Oh my god, here, there's just hair here. I can give it to you all right. It is what is today august 31st. Yes, so got my hair cut to this lovely little short length, you're, showing the back and everything look at the back. Oh my god look at my gray spot, but i got it to this lovely little length. I'Ve been rocking this for a couple of days, but here's the problem, it looks cute. I actually like i don't mind it now. It took me some getting used to, but here's the problem, here's the problem, my friends, okay, let's just do this for a minute or two, it's really bad, like clumps, just clumps. So like i took a shower last night and it was like. Oh okay, there's just a lot of hair coming out like and it gets all stuck on me, so i think i've only got like a day or so left. Also when i, when, when i went to like do this, you can start to see that it's like. Oh my gosh so yeah, but you know what can we do not much, but it looks cute like this, so at least i know when it starts to grow back in, like i feel like i could be okay with this. You could rock that i mean i've accepted it, but yeah, it's just like i mean like watch just the amount that comes out when i just run my hands through it right now. It'S just insanity like the clumps. You know so luckily it's short cuz gosh. It would be, i clogged the drain last night at the hotel and my voice is still messed up. So sorry about that. But so next time you see me we'll probably be shaving it. Okay, the day has come. We'Re gon na shave, this hair, it's coming out. Quite rapidly right now it's pretty bad wow. That was crazy uh, so we are just gon na go ahead and shave it off. I have my masterful shaver here: try and show your face: brian crock. Are you really gon na do this? I guess so. Oh gosh. Okay, oh, what you ready? No! What'S! What'S it going to feel where, where are you going to start, are you going to start with this part? I can start in the back. If you want on the front start like in the front, do you know what you're doing yeah? I do this to my face all the time? Okay, okay, yep, all right! Here we go! No! No! No don't do it. Is it gon na hurt? No, you ready! Oh, my god, it hurt. Don'T do that. Don'T i've already started ain't, no point in stopping now. Oh, my god. How ugly is my head? Is it bleeding? No, it might pull the hair just a little, but no it's not bleeding and see the patches that you pulled out already. Ow. Sorry, oh my god. How bad is it? I'M shaving your head jessica, i know, but how bad does it? Look, i'm shaving your head right now. It looks horrible because i'm shaving your head. How bad does my head look? Um right now? Fine, i mean it's just i'm shaving your head. Oh my god, take off your glasses for a second ow. Sorry so there's your little brake spot. Thank you, don't put it in my face, i'm trying not to i just better like get some little stragglers. What have we done? Oh, my gosh is my head. Weird shaped. No, your hair looks great. Does that weird spots and scars? No, oh, my gosh! Do you still like me? I love you all right, i'm going to continue in the bathroom, so i can get a closer look at this. Well, i'm pretty much involved. Now. How do you like it? I love it, you love it, you still look pretty i mean here, get some shots of it. We could do a little bit of touching up yeah. Well, my things aren't exactly designed for like massive amounts, but it's just gon na keep falling out anyway yeah. So this is insane right. I told her. She looks like ellen ripley from alien three, i mean all things concerned. My head isn't like crazy. Looking egg shaped or anything but like your head looks good. I definitely need some cute hats to put on so you'll have plenty of cute hats. Let me go. Try my one hand here i'll, be right back all right, so this is the one that i got at mayo clinic. Oh look at how cute i am i'll. Probably wear this one today just to like not feel like a total whack job, but somebody also made me these are really cute hats, which are so cute, somebody mailed them to me. She made them and she mailed them to me. Oh, look: how cute that's so cute! I look cute. You always look cute. You just look cute with a hat my little flower. Thank you to okay, i'm gon na put the name on the screen, because i forgot the name and that's rude, but look at this one. It'S teal and gray. It'S quite hitting the phone! Sorry, okay, this one's nice and thick too! Oh look that'll be good for winter. I like this one, oh they're, so cute. Okay, i can handle this. If i can have these kind of hats i'll be okay, all right! Well, that's the end of this video because there's really nothing more, there's no more hair. We could take off at this point, maybe get like a regular razor blade shave it, but pretty much that's the end of this video so subscribe. If you haven't subscribed for more so you can see when my hair grows back someday and what else do you have to say? Uh find us on social media, mainly facebook and instagram. You can message us on there and send this encouragement or whatever you guys want to do uh, but i think that's all we got for this one, that's definitely all all the hair. I got. Definitely we will see you next time on tracks in the bathroom bye. You
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Krocks In The Kitchen: You can follow our GoFundMe here for more updates: https://www.gofundme.com/jessicakrock The past few weeks have been quite the journey for me. On Friday, August 12th, I received my first round of chemotherapy at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. I knew my hair was likely going to start falling out within the next few weeks, but I wasn’t quite ready to completely let go. Instead, I decided to have a little bit of fun! Two hair cuts and shave later… here we are. ❤ I hope you enjoy going on this journey with me, and maybe I can even inspire some of you out there who are going through the same thing. My best advice: embrace the change, appreciate your natural beauty, and remember – it will grow back (or so they tell me ). I honestly thought losing my hair would be way more emotional, but I think the fact that I was able to accept it in stages really helped. It also helped to have my number one partner in life, Brian, by my side the entire way. And there in the end when we knew it was just plain old time to shave it off. Thanks, as always, for the continued support. Some days I wake up wondering how on earth we got to this point… but I am also thankful every day that I have such an amazing community rallying behind me. For now, I keep looking in the mirror and saying “I’M BALD!” But… I do have to say, it’s so much easier to maintain. PEEF, Hope & Love, Jessica ❤
Granny McDonald: Brian said, "You always look cute. Now you look cute with a hat on." Hug that man for old Granny.
Marisa Newhouse: Totally honest opinion here—the shorter your hair, the cuter you are. You really rock the bald look, IMO. Even so, I can only imagine hard this is. Always in my thoughts as you go through this difficult period in your life.
Elaine Roach: God Bless you Jessica! Hair does not make a person , your heart does...and you are beautiful inside and out. Thank you for being brave enough to share your journey with us all....praying for your journey and your recovery!
Cat Mom: You’ve got this, Jessica! The daughter of a good friend of mine had Ovarian Cancer in her early 20’s. Now, 15 (or so) years later, she’s happy & healthy with 3 awesome kids! She still rocks a shorter hair style (like the second one you had) and it looks adorable on her, just like it did on you. ❤️
Sandra Eakins: I went through the same thing when I had breast cancer treatments back in 2010. It was one of the hardest parts emotionally for me. One plus for me was was when it grew back there was no gray in my hair. That may be something for you to look forward to….and when it grows back it comes in really fast. Thinking of you and saying prayers for your speedy recovery. You got this!!!
Carol LeDuc: When I was treated for Hodgkins Disease during the winter of 1970 I too lost my hair. One spring day I was especially down - sad that cancer had taken so much from me, a 23 year old newlywed. I was blessed to have a young husband, very much like your Brian and one day , I remember how he lightened the mood when he said “Come outside with me. I will water your head and maybe that will help your hair grow.” Of course it did grow and came back thick and with the same natural curl. I wish that for you, and most of all I pray for your complete recovery and a long life like I have been blessed with despite that rough start.
P B: Shaving one's hair off is actually something I recommend that most people do at least once in their lives. It is both intimidating and liberating. Of course, one hopes it is not in response to illness . . . but you guys seem to have a great attitude about it :) Celebrate the freedom from that care -- for a while!
Nancy Coleman: I loved all the styles you tried. When I had cancer, I took a “Look good feel better” class offered by cancer society. Might check it out, if you haven’t already. It was taught by beauty school teacher. We got free cosmetics, and showed us how to tie scarves, etc. They recommended wearing big earrings to rock the bald look. It took cancer to get me to try short hair, now I won’t wear it any way but pixie. Praying you have an easy time with chemo, and full recovery! The WFPB can’t hurt! You got this!
pbsjones: "Do you know what you're doing?" "Yeah, I do this to my face all the time." I laughed so hard, I scared the cats. You guys are beautiful. We love you! PS: Those gorgeous eyes really pop, now.
Mittens MacKenzees: Jessica, very few folks can have the incredibly positive attitude you and Brian have. God bless you both. Prayers sent your way
Kristin Siebert: Honestly for me having my husband finally just shave off all of my hair was a relief. I felt like it was torture just watching it fall out. I wore hats all the time, my parents bought me a beautiful real hair wig and it was so uncomfortable. My advice is be sure that’s what you really want before you spend alot of money on one. Everyone that I know to this date didn’t like them. I actually think you had a great idea to go shorter and shorter giving you time to adjust. I went from long to none in 10 minutes. You are going to be fine, you have the best attitude going into this journey. Just take a breath, it’s ok. My prayers are with you❣️
Elaine Campbell: Jessica, now we get to see your beautiful eyes and face all the more! This must me such a difficult and scary time in your life, but…I have faith that you will be well once again! Keep the faith!
marsneedsbunnies: When my best friend's hair started to grow back, we both cried because we were so happy and relieved. Everyone here will gladly cry happy tears with you when your hair starts to grow back. ♥️
Amy Smith: I have a pixie cut and I love it! I’ve always had short hair so…whatever cut/shave you have you will rock it! Never let your hair define you! You are beautiful no matter what is on, or not on, your head! All the best, Jessica!
stella956a: Jessica: "What do you think?" Brian: "I think..no matter what happens, I'm gonna love ya." ❤️ So beautiful and affirming.
Judy Constantino: Jessica, you can be a “hat” model!!!! You have such a great-shaped head! You looked great in all of your hats! I never realized this before, but hats and glasses together seem to balance each other out. Plus, if you do lose your eyebrows, nobody will notice because of the frames on your glasses. Your positive attitude and wonderful husband are both great for healing. Thanks for this latest update. Hugs and prayers from Arizona. ❤️
Suzy Q: I actually loved the freeing feeling when I shaved my hair off after 3 weeks of chemo. I had fun with scarves and hats! Never wore a wig! Then Enjoyed the journey and stages of playing with it as it grew back! Yes, it will grow softer and healthier than it’s been in years! Wear big earrings!
Melinda Curle: You look good. I lost my hair to alopecia universalis 15 years ago. Sometimes wigs look so much better than my real hair. You can change them up and be blonde one day and brunette the next. I order inexpensive ones from Paula Young. Still get plenty of compliments on my wigs from people who don't know they are wigs. You got this. It will be okay.
Sleepy Anna: You’re a beautiful brave funny kind woman. Wishing you all the very best on this journey. I’ve loved all your videos and admired the wonderful dynamic between you and Brian. Love from Adelaide Australia
Lynn Proctor: I started crying when Brian was shaving your head, because I was feeling your sense of loss and the reality of what you are going through. I still am in tears. But you are handling all this so well, and I am so glad Brian is such a rock there for you. You both are incredible for sharing your journey with us. Thank you so much. So glad you like your hats. I see people in them all the time, so you will blend right in when you go to the store.
Gale Johnson: My mom only she’d tears once during chemo, and that was when my dad shaved her head, but the tears didn’t last for long. She came out of the shower laughing, saying how easy it was just letting the water come down directly on her head. Best of everything to you. Loving thoughts to you, even though we don’t know each other!
Linda Olsen: I don't know why, but we women are so invested in our hair, even when we just let it go do what it wants. You are courageous for sharing this part of your journey. And you have found 1 or 2 hair styles for later. And btw, you have a nicely shaped head! Sending ❤️.
kiddoiam: I just went through this with stage 3b ovarian. As of now I am NED and my heart goes out to you so much. So many of us know how this feels and we want you to know you are not alone. The amount of solidarity I feel for you is just bursting my heart. I wish I could reach through the screen and hug you. It's going to be okay. You are strong, gorgeous, and a fighter. It won't be easy. It's going to be the toughest thing you ever do and the amount of bravery you need is mind boggling. Take one day at a time. Feel every emotion. Laugh. Cry. Scream. Repeat. Ask for the magic mouthwash for your mouth and throat. Ask about taking Claritin for the bone pain (trust me, it helps). Try baby wash and coconut oil on your scalp because it can be sore and tender. A soft beanie will help when you sleep. Also... my eyes and eyelids bothered me so badly during chemo. I would get big styes from the clogged oil glands. Amazon sells these great eyelid wipes that helped. Mineral oil will help if they get too dry and it's hard to see. I wish I could just send all of what I learned in some crazy brain dump to you. Just take care of yourself! Things are going to start tasting awful so have some hard candy to suck on! Just keep going! You got this!
Malsmom: I'm so happy that you are able to laugh with this whole thing. I, however, cried through the whole video. I've been a subscriber for a couple of years now, maybe 3. I immensely enjoy your channel and have always been inspired by the love the two you share. Keep fighting, sending much love ❤️
theaussiefish1: Kudo's to you both for having the courage to document this. I think a lot of us who may not have experience with this directly (myself included) can easily take it for granted what goes on during a cancer diagnosis and treatment. I do know several people who have gone through it. Sending you both hugs and love.
cindy west: Sending all the hugs and support. I’m from Southern Illinois about an hour south of St Louis. Praying every day for you and Brian ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Silvana Scherrer: “Do you still like me? - I love you !! “ omgosh guys , this was so powerful and beautiful. Jess, I loved the short hair on you, it highlighted your face and those beautiful blue eyes even more. Fear nothing because God is with you. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Amanda Anderson: You looked absolutely beautiful in every hairstyle!! They all fit you so well!! Your attitude and approach to this was amazing! Keep fighting! You've got this! We are praying!! ❤️
Sam Alva: For whatever it’s worth, I’m so proud of you and you look so gorgeous. Sending love to you both ❤️
Melissa Michelle: The mom haircut was literally adorable on you. I hope you're doing well.
Laura L Vegan: My first thought with your hair shaved is “boy, her eyes are so blue.” You really see you! I think you look cute although I got choked up on your behalf.❤️ The pictures with your mom are so beautiful.
Danielle Wilson: When my dad’s hair grew in post-chemo, it was a completely different texture. Before, he had thick, straight hair. After, it was thin, springy curls. It was a trip to see it so different.
Alys: I LOVED the bangs! It’s a must do again when you’re all better❤️ edit: you ROCK the shaved look. You have a great head and face for it! You look hot girly ! I lost about 2/3rds of my hair due to almost loosing my life to covid in December. I wish I would have bit the bullet and shaved my head just once. I did cut it short because of drain clogging , but I finally have some regrowth …. Enough to fill in the bald spots now
Cindy Watts: Jes you look adorable with no hair! Your eyes and gorgeous skin stand out even more than normal! Your attitude is inspiring. Sending love and prayers.
melody spoor: I cannot tell you how proud I am of your strength. I absolutely love you and I am so proud of you!!! You are gorgeous bald or with a lot of hair! Sending prayers and hugs.
Jayne Newell: I hope it’s ok to say this but gosh you look amazing with a shaven head - I wish you didn’t have to go through this journey, of course,but you definitely rock this look and you took control of the situation with such dignity and humour that I am in awe - I cannot express how much I admire your attitude ,I know we can’t underestimate the severe ups and downs you’ll privately travel through but please know that you are rocking it- you look so modern and it really does show of your beautiful eyes - I’ll be honest I’d never noticed them before but as soon as you had you first really short hair cut,like your Mam,they just seemed to sparkle- much love and prayers for you both from Southampton, England x
Truthsetsfree: I love the short cut w/bangs, Jess. You can get that cut when your hair grows back. I’m sure you’ll rock hats as well. Keep smiling... sending you both love. ♥️♥️♥️
Carol W: You've got a strong enough personality--in a good way--to rock a purple wig!! After chemo, I vote for the short haircut like your mom. All the best to you both.
Brenda Varon Newton: Jessica and Brian, you both are the epitome of beauty. It radiates from you and is inspiring to see. Praying for you both.
Iris White: Love the fact you basically just took that power away from cancer by controlling when and how you would change that part of your life for now. Seeing you enjoy the hats was fun too. Nothing but love and prayers for you❤️
JANDK2004: I could feel your emotion with the actual shaving. I can’t imagine how hard all this is. BUT Your eyes really stand out with the bald look! They really are beautiful!
Lois Higgins: So, Jessica, you have now discovered that you are beautiful with short hair, shorter hair, no hair, and with hats. Your spirit and hope shine through. Prayers that your journey will bring you good health and exciting tomorrows.
Delana Nicholson: This brought back memories of me shaving my son’s hair. His eyebrows fell out too and we had so much fun drawing on new eyebrows. I was terrible at it. We had a good laugh though.
RB Hare: Holy cow Jess. I love the short cut on you. How adorable. It's so flattering on you. God Bless and my prayers are for you and Brian.
devotedmomof7: Honestly, you are GORGEOUS! The attention is drawn directly to your gorgeous eyes and perfect smile!. Thank you for giving us the privilege of sharing your journey withyou. I promise you are in my prayers! Believing with you for complete wellness - between the amazing doctors, God, your positive attitude and Brian - you've got this!
Pat Cole: Jessica, you are my hero! You looked fantastic in both cuts and no hair. When you were getting your first cut I thought how pretty your eyes are. If the world had more people like you and Brian it would be a better place. Still sending prayers for you and your wonderful husband. Now rock those hats and kick cancer’s hinny!!! Love you both. You’re like family.
Barbara Liston: omgosh, Jessica you've been hiding 3 other adorable versions of yourself, each haircut was cute and cuter and cutest! I was almost ready to cry with you getting shaven but you were so courageous and Brian was so loving and gentle. You are quite lovely, totally rocking being bald. Your ability to stay so positive has given all your fans courage too, should we ever be in your shoes [or to those who may be going through the same as you right now]. The photos of both hairstyles and especially the priceless ones of you with Mom are beautiful as are you. Thank you for sharing this part of your journey. Sending love and wishes for a speedy recovery, Barb.
Mia None: A nurse helped me when i had to get rid of my hair. Its so strange but once the sick and dying hair was gone i felt invincible and stronger than ever. You go girl and you look beautiful !!
small footprint: You look absolutely adorable. Just remember the medicine is making you well. Your hats are stunning. Thanks for letting us peek into your most personal moments.
Patty Kochenower: I really like it short on you , the Pammy” is a great cut for you !! You’re in my prayers and thoughts !! I think cutting it in stages is a good idea for people , gets them used to the changes before it’s gone . You’re a brave girl !! Love and hugs !!! So glad you can smile and laugh and you’ve got a great husband beside you !!! Love the hats!!! So cute! ❤️❤️
The Print Guide: When my wife started her chemo she asked me to shave her hair off just to get that part of the process over with. We put her hair out in the backyard for birds to use as nesting material. She also got a beret to keep her head warm - we lose a lot of heat from our heads. Your hair will grow back - curly at first.
Kim Grose: You look so great! This reminds me of when my sister had to shave her head after starting chemo. She made it through cancer! You guys are awesome. Sending good thoughts your way
Lisa Robertson: You are so brave! I can’t imagine having the courage to do that, let alone on camera! I’m praying for you!
Metamorph 73: Hi Jessica, my name is April. I’m 49. I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer in early 2022. Before chemo I got my hair cut very short like your 2nd cut and then at the end of July after approx the same amount of time after you started chemo mine started falling out. I sat here for a few days running my fingers through it before I finally buzzed it all off myself. It’s weird when I catch a glance of myself in a mirror. I’ve chosen to wear these (I call them gypsy head scarves) that I found online and when the weather cools down I’ll wear beanies. My story is long but suffice to say in late April after my exploratory abdominal surgery/omentum & lymph nodes removal the surgeon couldn’t perform the radical hysterectomy because it had spread into other places in my pelvis, my uterus had fallen onto my bowel and everything is all stuck together making it dangerous. I have a very rare blood clotting disorder so after surgery had to go daily for weeks and weeks to have my blood tested first thing in morn and then have a few hours of fibrinogen replacement at the same place I have chemo now. Then my huge abdominal incision got infected and had to do 2 rounds of Keflex. This delayed chemo for me until July. I had already knew it was in my cervix and one ovary before surgery and they did all the scans but I guess it took exploratory surgery to really see the state of things inside. Friday I get scans to see if it’s shrinking and Monday is my 4th round of paclitaxel & Carboplatin. If it’s shrinking they will be able to perform the radical hysterectomy in November. After every chemo treatment I am hardly able to walk due to neuropathy in my lower legs (I’m type 1 diabetic). I never felt the neuropathy before chemo but week 3 after is my best week and I catch up on laundry! Sorry this is so long! I want to say wow you look awesome with short hair and bald! You have such a cute face and beautiful eyes! I’ve worn short hair for years now and I love it! Take care!
Louise: Your mom is adorable. Cherish her, I miss my mom who I unfortunately lost to cancer. I hope you have many many more years together!!!
Carmen Otto: You have such beautiful eyes, Jessica, that every step of your "hair-Journey" looks very good. Even your shaved head. I wish you all the best!
Jan Hankins: I really admire you, Jessica, for sharing all of this with us. It must take a great deal of courage. You're so brave, courageous, and classy. I loved both shorter hair cuts. Both were really cute. And you don't have an ugly head! You're rocking those hats. And Brian, I'm so glad you're there to support Jessica and simply love her.
Ginger Handpicked: Last September, I was diagnosed with Leukemia and started treatment almost immediately. I’ve always had beautiful, thick, long red hair and it’s been part of my identity as long as I remember. I’ve lost my hair twice since then, with my initial treatment and then as soon as it started to come back in, I had my stem cell transplant and lost it again. Six month post transplant, it’s finally coming back. I don’t wear a wig, and have only worn a hat when I had to go out into the Michigan cold last winter. You get used to it. Yes, when I look in the mirror, I am constantly reminded that I’m in the club no one wants to be in, but it definitely beats the alternative.
Kwilts54: You are darling!! You totally rocked each hairstyle, and because of your pretty features, look beautiful without your hair. Prayers as you continue your journey!
beverley yvonne: Hi Jessica! ❤️ Sending love, hugs and positive thoughts from the UK to you, Brian and of course Peef! ❤️ Like you, I too underwent TaxolCarbo (Paclitaxol and Carboplatin) chemotherapy, for ovarian and endometrial cancer, in 2010. I also underwent two major surgeries. I can remember that liberating moment when I had my head shaved too - no more hair falling in my dinner and clogging the shower! ☺️Stay strong my lovely girl, there is hope and light at the end of treatment. ❤️❤️❤️ xxx
Jeri Dubin: You are so brave! I really love the "mom" haircut. I think you are doing it the right way....small cuts then shave. Hugs and support
Carla Johnson: Oh Jessica, you are so brave and positive. I cried remembering when my hair came out. That’s when I knew this was real. I wasn’t as brave as you. I waited until it all fell out on its own. I wore hats during the process. You were smart to just shave it off. You actually look adorable bald. Your beautiful eyes really show up now.
Αλεξία Πασχαλίδου: You know what? I cannot find any difference on you without your hair! I feel like I am seeing the same person, with the same niiiiice soul, and that's all that matters! Praying for you, to have patience and faith!!!
Pamela White: My hair fell out with chemo too, including eyebrows, eyelashes, etc etc. But my skin became really soft. Yes everything grew back and I'm still here 15 years later. It was worth it. Sending love and prayers.
Trickster_Cat: it was emotional when brian started shaving Jessica's head but as he kept going i was like 'WAIT... this look actually works incredibly well on her' lol .. i really truly mean it when i say you rock the shaved look. it makes your blue eyes pop SO much.
TheKardShoppeandMore Nancy: I know everyone is going to say it looks great, but, seriously,….. you really CAN pull off the shaved look! You look great!!! Hugs to you. I know it can’t have been easy, but, you DID it!! And think how much time you’ll save in the morning and in the shower!
Ashley Wheeler: So in awe of your strength and courage Jessica! I absolutely love the shaved hair. I feel like you can rock it beautifully! Remember to give yourself grace daily. Sending love and best wishes from Oregon.
Dianne roy: My husband has brain and lung cancer. And when he was going through radiation for the brain cancer after his surgery his hair started to fall out. I shaved his head. He has continued to have his head shaved. He is going through chemo now for a recurrence of his lung cancer but no hair loss. He continues though to have a shaved head. You have a lovely head. They have beautiful wigs now. Remember it is hair. You got this
Eugotta Bekiddin: Y'all are just crazy in love, & brave for each other, and doing so much to raise awareness by sharing this rollercoaster with us. It's like an amazing virtual "toolkit" to the world, showing us what to expect & how to deal with it - if/when this affects us/our loved ones. Gratitude & Prayers sent your way
Cathy Barela: My sister lost her hair during chemo, and it came back thicker and curly, hope you have the same luck. Praying for a complete recovery, bless you and Brian.
Unique Aube: Sending love to you guys, your amazing attitude is inspiring. Love all the hair styles, adorable hats. Strength to you both through this journey.
m'lady: Jessica, you have such an admirable attitude through all of this and totally rock the shaved head! You don't even need a hat! And Brian is so positive and supportive - what a beautiful couple you are. ❤️
Lorraine A. Mitchell: Stay strong Jessica. I remember when I had chemo and my beautiful locs just fell out my friend shaved my head for me. Then i lost both breasts. A difficult time.
Beth Bullock: I love that you are keeping a smile on your face! That’s the best thing for you. I went through this journey three years ago. I cut my hair short just for fun and then a week later it was falling out so I shaved my own hair off! Wigs are fun and caps are too! Keep laughing and keep your attitude positive! And eat your broccoli.
Julia W: So good to see you happy. You truly look cute without hair and all your hats! My thoughts are with you.
Susan Mitchell: It’s what is inside that shows how beautiful you are. Any haircut is amazing on you even the super short one Brian gave you! Good vibes, prayers, and strength!
dana janene: You look adorable with no hair and your pretty hats.. I cute my mom's hair when she was going through chemo...she was able to cut her hair on her terms...chemo and the cancer didn't take it from her. And seeing her now and how long and curly it is so amazing.
Jennene R: Oh my goodness, I cried tears with you. I don’t know how I would feel. You are so brave and you are fighting the good fight! You are so blessed to have Brian and your family support. We are all rooting for you to kick cancer’s behind! Thank you for sharing. ❤️ hugs!
Francine Shea: Jess, you look beautiful. Truly! Your head is really shaped well. Remember, it’s just hair. It will grow back. One of my employees had chemo who originally had thin light brown hair. When it came back it was thick black hair. She was so happy. Keep up your spirits. You inspire me to handle my 2 thyroid cancers better by watching you
Angela Moynahan: I must say, that short haircut looked amazing for you. You have the face for it and shows off your great chin and cheekbones. And you look great with a shaved head too. Sending positive vibes that the remaining chemo sessions go well and doesn’t take too much energy from you. Rest, rest and rest as that is when the body heals the best.
Margaret Tolnay: Looks adorable,praying for you on this journey.Cancer survivor myself.
Cookiebr8: Jessica, I so relate to your journey. I had two types of cancer at one time. I had surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Having no hair was so freeing to me… I loved it. I got two funky wigs and wore them sometimes, and sometimes just a hat. I did enjoy that freedom. Best of luck in your journey.
Nan Long: Prayers and hugs for you. You’re adorable with or without hair.
Lynne Eie: Praying with everyone! In Jesus' Name, praying with everyone! Love to you both! Jessica, I had to shave my hair off this winter (just breaking hair, so went for it) and my head was so pointy! I love yours! It is way cuter!! I love your pretty blue eyes and your smile lights up your beautiful face! Sending love and prayers and warmest wishes to you both and your families and near friends (cuz you have a lot of "far" friends ) Best, Lynne
Kathy Belanger: You rocked each of those haircuts, and I loved the bangs! Just think of the fun you will have when it starts to grow back, and all the new styles you will grow through. Keeping you all close in prayer as you go through this journey. Lots of love and well wishes being sent from your neighbour to the north in Canada. Stay strong, and keep the faith.
Girls Basketball Harvey#23: The way EVERYONE around you looks at you ESPECIALLY your hubby and your momma!! We are ALL so very proud of you.....
Patricia S.: All I have to say is I JUST LOVE YOU GUYS!!! You are truly wonderful people and your love and encouragement towards each other is so wonderful. Praying for you! You got this!!! So enjoy watching you!!!
Kirsten Golden: The shorter your hair got, the brighter your eyes looked! Your "beating cancer" haircut looks awesome on you!
COMMON SENSE UNIVERSITY DOESN'T GIVE DEGREE: Before I got cancer. My hair was down past my waist. When it started falling out. I decided to donate it. So I took pictures of Liz Taylor when she had short hair and Rizzo from Greece. And told the hair dresser to do something blending those to styles. She did a great job. And I got alot of comments afterwards. I also got to donate 23 inches. It weighed over 7 pounds. When I was healed from the cancer. It only took a year for it to be long enough to put in a ponytail and it made me so happy.
Just Jo: It looked like a very intimate moment between you and Brian when he was shaving your head. I think sharing all of this helps you stay lighthearted. You two are so good for each other and will be an even stronger couple when you are all through with this phase of your life and can just go back to wondering what recipe to film!
Manda Celestyna: I know it can sometimes be difficult to stay positive in the midst of this, but you're doing so well. A friend of mine who shaved her head during chemo found that she really enjoyed wearing scarves on her head in the cooler months, and she had fun learning new ways to tie them as well as matching them to outfits. She actually ended up keeping her head shaved the summer after going into remission because she liked how cool it kept her!
Sandra P: Love the bangs! The Pamie is cute too! You’re even rockin the bald head! You do look super cute in the hats! You probably know about Eamon & Bec but check out their channel if you don’t. Bec has been fighting breast cancer for the last 8 mths. She got bangs too. Think seeing her on the other side of her fight against cancer would be good for you to see!
Roz Christopherson: I know the day is coming in the future when those generations will look back and be amazed that chemotherapy treatments caused people to lose their hair. There will be chemo treatments in the future that don’t cause hair loss I’m sure. The same way that we look back on treatments for illnesses of the past generations and are amazed. For example the Carbolic Smoke Ball for treating influenza. Jessica, not only are your treatments going to help you recover, but also your spirit is going to help you. You have a great spirit. Many blessings to you and Brian. ❤️
Lesley Beavan: You are so brave, you're inspiring for others who are going through the same thing.
Kristina Gerson: Honestly, If I ever have to shave my head I hope it looks as good as yours. You got this!! ❤️
D Smith: Not everyone can carry off a bald head and still look so cute! You’re rockin it , Sweetie!!
Ava Haggerton: Bless your heart! You did a super job holding things together and adding fun to a very life-changing event! I remember when my mama's hair was coming out so drastically. It was a heart wrenching day. You hang in there, girl, and remember you have all of our love and support!
Diane Couchman: Wow, you really do rock the bald look. But, yeah, hard to imagine how hard this is for you. Stay strong xx
AJ's Inspired life: Your brave strength and courage to document this is so inspiring! You have amazing hair and can wear any style …. But your face and smile and spirit allow to to rock anything - including the shaved head! Sending continued prayers for strength and healing!