Go Down
-
Ramblings about SBG by marshd1000 on 07 Mar, 2011 11:46
-
As of late, I have noticed that different individuals that were a part of this group hardly come in here anymore. I also notice that I don't post as frequently anymore. When I do, it is often about stuff that doesn't have anything to do with being sly. So here are some observations.
I know that for myself, for quite awhile when I first went sly and several years after, I was very enthusiastic about the look. I was intrigued. For me as a people pleaser, it was one of the first "edgy" things I have done. I was doing something for myself and not because I was trying to please anyone else. I felt better about myself. It was freedom. Not just freedom from caring whether or not my hair was thinning but also freedom to have some self expression. So when I was first part of SBG, I know there was a lot of talk about head shaving techniques, products, peer pressure to grow hair back, etc.
But I have noticed that as I have embraced the sly lifestyle, something else has happened. It has just become a normal part of my life. So now, I don't think nearly as much about it as I had. Most of my questions have been answered. I also have seen that I am not alone in my feelings about sly related issues. I have found "community" here. I also feel that while I may have talked alot about my balding sly noggin in the past, that I don't always feel like it is that interesting anymore.
So I am guessing that is why there are many who have come and gone from this community. Their use for this forum is less now because their needs have been met. That is not a bad thing.
I am grateful for the brotherhood of the bald that I have experienced here. I can't believe the diversity of this place. I have experienced encouragement and friendship here. I have had prayers lifted up here. I am amazed at how most peole here have been well behaved. We have had Christians, Jews, Moslems atheists and others here. We have had men, women, straights and gays here. Plus we have had textiles and naturists here! It has been neat to interact with all of you!
I also have to say that I am grateful to Tyler and the other moderators for keeping this place a safe functional place to talk about being sly or about other things. Years ago, I had been part of another group that started out as a place where all could come and talking about headshaving issues. It eventually went dormant and another group started from that. It was mainstream at first but then it became a place where men were wanting to hook up with each other to shave each others noggins for pleasure. Since I was not remotely interested in any of that, I left. So I am thankful that Tyler found me on another site and told me about SBG!
I know this sounds like I am leaving this group. I am not. I may not post as often. I will probably always check out what is going on here. But I just wanted to give my observations about this group. About what I see, what the group has done for me! I am glad this group is here. It is a great, safe resource for new people who are curious about sahving their head. I will probably be more likely to chime in on my experiences as compared to asking questions about shaving. With very thin hair, I know that I will be sly for life!
Anyway, SBG Rocks may it live long!!!!
-
#1 by Sly Red on 07 Mar, 2011 12:13
-
I hear you Marshall. After 1200 plus posts I feel like I've said all I have to say about shaving my head. My routine is fixed, but I'm always interested in helping another potentially Sly brother out. Being more people-centric I probably would have dropped out a lot sooner if I hadn't had the opportunity to meet a bunch of the Sly brotherhood in person, both here in Chicago and in California. For me, that's what this is all about. Forming lasting friendships with guys that I've actually met in person.
We need another Sly-Bald-Con this year!
Red -
#2 by Magoo on 07 Mar, 2011 16:44
-
yes, this site is about going sly and helping other interested in head shaving. But I think it's more than that that.It is a group of people who can discuss other issues , problems,good times,bad times, jokes , motorcycles, whatever.Because we each have that one thing in common there is a form of bonding . So I still look forward each day to maybe add my two cents .
-
#3 by schro on 07 Mar, 2011 17:38
-
Great post, Marshall.
I'm one of those that was a frequent poster initially, not so much anymore. Like you, I was very active on the board early, not so much nowadays. I still read most topics, but chime in less frequently. My decline in postings has nothing to do with the quality people I've met through this forum.
I enjoy participating in "Paying It Forward" and helping someone else that's struggling with MPB, and I look forward to being a member of the SBG Brotherhood for a long, long time!
-
#4 by Razor X on 07 Mar, 2011 19:04
-
I enjoy participating in "Paying It Forward" and helping someone else that's struggling with MPB ...
I was just about to say something similar. When you've been shaving your head for a long time, you can sometimes forget how difficult it can be for someone who's still about to take the plunge. The look has become so common that sometimes we tend to think that it's not such a big deal anymore. But we get enough posts from new members, particularly younger ones, that make it clear it's still a tough issue for them. I think it's important to help them out as much as we can. -
#5 by D.A.L.U.I. on 07 Mar, 2011 19:55
-
These guys have it right, once you've been helped, it is an obilgation, IMO, to pass it on. Who would not help someone else who has a problem you've worked out, who? Well, I will continue to do what I can to be there for the guys, why wouldn't you?
I enjoy participating in "Paying It Forward" and helping someone else that's struggling with MPB ...
I was just about to say something similar. When you've been shaving your head for a long time, you can sometimes forget how difficult it can be for someone who's still about to take the plunge. The look has become so common that sometimes we tend to think that it's not such a big deal anymore. But we get enough posts from new members, particularly younger ones, that make it clear it's still a tough issue for them. I think it's important to help them out as much as we can. -
#6 by joergHH on 08 Mar, 2011 02:37
-
Very good posts!
I like to be member of this great forum, again thank you, Tyler.
Have a nice week, greetings from this side of the pond.
J -
#7 by tomgallagher on 08 Mar, 2011 04:25
-
I agree with all the above sentiments and by the way Happy Fat Tuesday to all.
-
#8 by Noodles on 08 Mar, 2011 05:03
-
I agree with all the above sentiments and by the way Happy Fat Tuesday to all.
Some of us have to work,
but at least I'm close to a BATHROOM!!
- Cap'n Noodles -
Ditto on the comments already posted above.
Like many of you, I've learned so much about the proper art of shaving since coming to this site, and, as so many of you have already stated, maintaining our SLY is a part of our daily routines now - like brushing our teeth - that we do it automatically, without giving it a second thought.
The bonds and friendships that we have developed between one another stand strong, and here's hoping they may never be broken!
While we may have our techniques and routines down pat, I too, see many newcomers, still discoering SBG, for the very first time, searching for answers, just as we all have on our initial visits. When (and if) the opportunity presents itself, I know we would all extend our hand to those newcomers who seek the knowledge of the "SLY GURUS"!
Have a Wonderful FAT Tuesday, Guys!!
Eat, Drink, and Be Mary!!
-
#9 by D.A.L.U.I. on 08 Mar, 2011 05:32
-
Happy Fat Tuesday to all.
Yeah, you right. Enjoy, live, laugh and be happy! Excuse me gents, I'm going to get a breakfast of Milk Punch, Popeye's, King Cake--and have some fun in the streets. Hail Rex! -
#10 by tomgallagher on 08 Mar, 2011 06:33
-
Happy Fat Tuesday to all.
Yeah, you right. Enjoy, live, laugh and be happy! Excuse me gents, I'm going to get a breakfast of Milk Punch, Popeye's, King Cake--and have some fun in the streets. Hail Rex!
Laissez les bons temps rouler.
-
#11 by Dome of Steele on 08 Mar, 2011 08:28
-
Marsh, I'm guilty as one of those guys who doesn't comment as much anymore. Mostly because I've been going through the process of moving to Saudi Arabia for a job and being displaced several times along the way and the visa process. But I'd also agree that part of the reason I don't post as much anymore that being sly is so much a part of my life, and for that reason I don't think about it as much (also the internet sucks here and goes in and out sometimes).
I'm extremely jealous of those of you celebrating Mardi Gras, I can't even get a beer out here!! -
#12 by -Doug- on 08 Mar, 2011 09:11
-
I think it has a lot to do with the nature of the information on this site. It is for the most part a source of great tips and tricks for starting and maintaining a shaved head. Like others have said, after you've being doing it for a while the novelty of this site may ware off for some. However, with some members, there have been great friendships formed during the initial visits to the site - I'm guilty of this this . I for one plan on sticking around because I enjoy the comradery and I do still learn new tips or tricks on here from time to time. I may not post a lot but I do come to the site daily.
Thank you Tyler and all the rest of the gang for making this such a wonderful site!
-
#13 by Papa Don on 08 Mar, 2011 11:33
-
I too lurk daily, but do not post as much as in the past. I would also like to thank the guys from helping me through the early months of my slydom. Also for being there for me in my period of be down in the dumps. Even though we have not met it person, I know the brothers are always just a keyboard away. God bless the wonderful men on this site.
-
#14 by jbald on 08 Mar, 2011 19:14
-
Saintc, I'm jealous. Was in New Orleans years back for business and discovered cajun Have a great Fat Tuesday.