guys, thanks for the comments, guidance, and support. It is very much appreciated.
Yes, I am v enthusiastic about how it is going to turn out finally. thana, I have a little oil in my hair in the pics which is probably giving that slight wet look.
On a side note, I am hoping the the meds will thicken my crown up. But a thin crown doesn't bother me anywhere close to a bald front and this is the most hair I have had in a long time (or atleast appears so!).