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                                                Ryan G. M. P.
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                                                Bearded since: 2010. I am a dedicated, permanent beard grower. 
 
Comments: 
I grew my beard partly in tribute to my late father, partly to enhance my facial definition, and partly because it lends my boyish demeanor a much-needed aspect of maturity -- great for gaining entry to bars without ID. 
 
How do I feel about my beard? Decidedly more self-assured than I did without one.
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