Jim the Hair Guy

Hey everyone.

Thank you all for the contributions, love and support that you have shown me during this abrupt change in my life. I am sorry for not responding to e-mails, phone calls and text. Thank you for understanding and respecting my boundaries allowing me time to process, adjust and accept my new life. Psychologically, I am not doing that well. I am still not up for discussing the event. Physically, I am doing much better. I am walking now with the aid of a cane and I am still wearing a leg and arm brace. My speech it almost perfect and I finally have my full smile back. I have started to drive again, very limited, but I can get to the grocery and shop for myself. I have been to the salon a few times.

I am still not sure what returning to work looks like. I was sure by January 1st I would be back behind the chair. I am planning to start spending time in the salon to assist Karl, Chasity and Wanda when possible. I feel it will be good for me both cognitively and physically to get back into somewhat of a routine. Hopefully in February I will be able to start taking appointments. I need to learn my limitations and capabilities so I can adjust my booking site according for services I am able to provide and time allowed for those services. Please continue to be patient with me during this transition period. It is crucial that I get back behind the chair. If it doesn't happen soon, I'm going to need a plan B. I am now in an economic race against time. My body will heal, or at least adjust. Having lost my insurance and being self-employed, the financial repercussion of my injury is defining this situation as life changing. On a bright note, in January my insurance reinstates which means therapy, medications and doctors will no longer be out of pocket.

I want to say a BIG THANK YOU to all of you who have kept food on my table, medications in my body and a roof over my head! . AND for your love, support, prayers, all the good energy, your compassion, understanding, ride offers, caretaking offers, notes, cards ,texts and constant reminders that I matter. Please know it has not gone unnoticed! I do not know where this ride is going to end, but despite this minor setback, I do know that I am blessed! Thank you for your continued support. I miss you all.

Sincerely.

Jim

Jimthehairguy.com

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