Just a brief update. (And I posted a current photo.)
As I posted originally, I buzzed down which I thought would 'ease' the transition for myself and those I deal with on a regular basis. After the first couple of encounters I quickly adopted a new approach - when someone would say "wow, that's really short" (or a big change, or whatever) I've responded with "Oh, it's only temporary - in two weeks it'll be gone entirely!" So the stage has been set - and this will keep me "honest" with my commitment.
I work in the tourist capital of the World and see many thousands of people each day - and, of course, have been studying closely men's heads - sly or otherwise. I discovered that I haven't seen a Sly fellow yet who didn't look really good, but have seen a lot who should be making the change.
Also, if I was chatting with a Sly fellow and he seemed open I asked how long he'd been shaving and if there were any regrets. I heard the same 'regret' every time - "wish I'd done it sooner" and usually followed by "I'll never go back."
So I'm primed and ready ... if I didn't have a couple of social engagements this week I'd do it tonight. But both events this week are in honor of close friends and I don't want to become the center of attention at "their" shindig.
End of my ramble. But thanks again guys for your encouragement. Anxiously looking forward to Monday the 21st.
