Jay M.

Bearded since: 2003. I am a dedicated, permanent beard grower.

Comments:
I grew my beard because it is easy. I feel naked without it. It tends to scare people away from me. Folks that are not scared by beards are salt of the earth, I tell you. I guess my beard is a litmus test for how people view people. If they can be a friend of the beard, they can be a friend of mine.

How do I feel about my beard? I luv it. It keeps me cool. It keeps me warm. It keeps crumbs from hitting the floor. It gives me a sense of confidence. It keeps my face from overexposure to the sun so that I keep my baby soft skin pristine. I could go on but I am afraid I will cause beard envy.