Yes it does take a while to adjust to being out with the obvious "Hey look at me, I've got cancer" scarf/hat on. People do stare, they can't help it I guess. I had a moment the other day when I caught the eye of a lady with a scarf and we kind of nodded and smiled. We understood.
You do get used to it Robyn or perhaps it's just that you learn to live with it. The next thing you know is it'll be your turn to take your scarf off which was a bit frightening for me but I did it and I know it will be easier every time I'm out there. It also means that you are closer to the end of your journey which is great!
I tell you what, if I promise to not beat myself up about it, then you'll have to promise too :)
Love Janey xxx