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                                                Josh J.
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                                                Bearded since: 2007.  I am a dedicated, permanent beard grower.
 Comments:
 I had always wanted to grow a beard.  But every time I tried, it itched so badly, I had to shave it. Well, after about five or six times of trying to grow one, the itch finally went away. I love the look of a well-kept beard. It's masculine. Some of my friends don't care for the beard, but generally, I have found that the reception has been mostly positive.
 
 How do I feel about my beard?  I love it. I love the look. I love the feel. It embodies masculinity and makes me feel a lot more self-confident than without any facial hair.
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