Last year I was hospitalized for a month. I’ve never been that sick before and it took a serious toll on my body. Weak and unable to care for myself, I had to close my business. It took months to recover and during that time my hair began falling out in handfuls. Three months later, looking like I had mange, I decided to shave my head.
In a society where so much emphasis is placed on looks, I felt everyone was staring at my hat or wig, wondering what was wrong with me. It’s been six months since my illness and finally, I’m beginning to feel like my old self.
My hair is starting to grow back.
Cinnamon reached out looking for women who wanted to feel more confident in their bodies. She had taken wonderful headshots of me in the past and I thought working with her again would boost my self-assurance.
With her expertise, I knew she could help me feel more comfortable with my new look.
Updated photos helped me realize I was beautiful, confident, and fearless despite my lack of hair. Our character, inner wisdom, and grace during life’s challenges make us radiant. A positive attitude and how we treat others is what makes us appealing. People are drawn to our inner light, not our hairstyle, but it sure helps to have some wonderful photographs.
My journey these last few months hasn’t been easy, but with all the inner work I’ve done over the years, I was able to persevere and come out stronger than ever. My son has a severe mental illness, and I worked my way through that diagnosis to become a better version of my former self. Those skills helped me during my long recovery.
During that time, I finalized details and published my first book, Sisters in the Storm: For Moms of Mentally Ill Adult Children. There were no guidebooks when I was struggling to cope and care for my son. I was lost and alone, battling for resources, and defending him against unfair assumptions. Creating a more balanced, happy life for myself, I knew it was my purpose to help other moms who love and care for a mentally ill adult child.
I highly recommend Cinnamon Rose Photography. Cinnamon made me feel so comfortable and paid attention to every little detail. Working with her was an amazing experience, from makeup application to special snacks and music, I felt pampered, cared for, and beautiful.