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                                                Ben
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                                                Bearded since: 1991.  I am a dedicated, permanent beard grower.
 Comments:
 I grew my beard because I always wanted to grow one, but was unable to until I got out of the Navy. I've kept it 99% of time since then (with occasional forays into goatee land). Current growth is unchecked since November 2009 (except for side trimming to blend for haircuts).
 
 How do I feel about my beard?  I'm wavering at the "do I need to trim it back?" vs. "how far can I go?"  I'm in a white collar profession.  So I am starting to worry about looking "professional".
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