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                                                Robert
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                                                Bearded since: 1996 .  I am a dedicated, permanent beard grower.
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 I grew my beard because it is part of my self-image.  Nobody in my family had a beard, so it was a bit of a stretch for me to grow one.  It's a quiet but bold form of self-expression.
 
 How do I feel about my beard?  I am proud of my beard.  It's always a work in progress.  In the past I used to trim it myself, but lately I have had it trimmed professionally and really LIKE the results. I love to use scented oils in my mustache and beard.  This isn't very expensive, and it lifts my spirits throughout the day.
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