Tim

Bearded since: 2000. I am an occasional or seasonal beard grower.

Comments:
I grew my beard just to see what it looked like. I had been clean shaven most of my life. Occasionally, I would grow for a week or so and shave it off. When I hit 40 I decided to let it grow and had no idea what it would look like. I was pleasantly surprised.

How do I feel about my beard? I love it. I like the color and how curly it is. I described myself as an occasional or seasonal beard grower because for the last seven years I have grown for 10 to 12 months and would then shave and regret it every time. Usually I would immediately start regrowing. The picture I posted was 13 months growth, the longest I'd ever grown it. Once again I shaved and started growing the next day. Everyone I know, including my wife, was disappointed when I shaved it off. I have now joined the ranks of permanent beard grower. I am currently at 3 months. Will keep you posted with my progress.