Hammy, you're after picture looks great! Sly really suits you. I only have the before/after pictures to go on, but from them, I don't see the grey. But you are an up-close observer. Perhaps it looks more obvious to YOU than it does to others a few feet away or across the room.
I agree with Doug above. Great to have your wife on-board with you. Post often. There are good guys on this site who will walk through the next 30 days with you and beyond.
Welcome aboard. I'll join you on Jan 21st.