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New Member Section => Introductions => Topic started by: BillOnBass on April 20, 2010, 08:20:54 PM

Title: Greetings!
Post by: BillOnBass on April 20, 2010, 08:20:54 PM

Hey everyone,

I'm Bill and I'm 24.  So genes kicked my ass in the hair department like many of you guys  ::)  so I decided to do something about it. 

I've been a lurker on this forum since a couple weeks before I shaved my head (August '09).  I have to say the network you guys have is pretty special.  There are few forums I've seen on the net with such a kind community.  Anyhow, this site was definitely a catalyst for my first headshave.  My hair had been thinning and receding pretty rapidly over the past couple years and it was pretty distressing. There really weren't too many decisions to make because I certainly wasn't going the rugs, plugs, or drugs route, though the thoughts had crossed my mind.  I decided to get it buzzed off during mid-summer and it looked kind of ridiculous.  I looked at least a decade older so I decided to go for it and shave it off about a week later.  I've been bald for 9 months and can't really imagine going back!  It feels wonderful to the touch and to my clean-freak sensibilities.  I think it looks pretty damn good, too.  It goes with my rock musician/poker player persona, as well, haha.

I shave every 2 or 3 days and have a pretty good system so far:  Shower>Shave Secret>Edge Infused Gel>wait a couple minutes for hair to soften>Headblade with the grain>Fusion against grain>Cold water rinse.  There's nothing quite like those moments after a good shave.  8)   

ATTN:  All you young guys who fret over your thinning or receding hair, just do yourself a favor and shave it off.  It's not the end of the world, I promise.  It's SO much better not constantly worrying about it and it feels and looks great.  Not to mention all the headrubs and positive attention you'll receive. 

I'll try to get a pic up soon.

Peace

 

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Post by: pdxtodd on April 20, 2010, 08:49:37 PM

Welcome Bill and great encouragement for the other young guys on the forums.   Glad you're here.

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Post by: ozzie on April 20, 2010, 08:50:34 PM

Welcome to the forum, Bill. Great to have you here!  O0

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Post by: Papa Don on April 20, 2010, 09:14:32 PM

Great post BonB.  So glad you decided to join our group of happy men.  Hope to hear from you often in the future.

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Post by: OzPete on April 20, 2010, 09:20:40 PM

Welcome Bill!

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Post by: omegapd on April 20, 2010, 11:54:58 PM

Glad to have you here, Bill!

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Post by: wpruitt on April 21, 2010, 04:59:03 AM

Welcome Bill

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Post by: Mikekoz13 on April 21, 2010, 05:24:49 AM

Welcome to the Forum Bill! Very nice intro!

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Post by: -Doug- on April 21, 2010, 06:30:30 AM

Welcome

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Post by: D.A.L.U.I. on April 21, 2010, 06:34:19 AM

Welcome--great example of attitude, you're home.

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Post by: Gambrinus on April 21, 2010, 07:29:23 AM

Welcome to the asylum!

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Post by: usmcpelon on April 21, 2010, 07:54:14 AM

Welcome bill, great attitude.

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Post by: mangosink12572 on April 21, 2010, 08:31:41 AM

Welcome  - Bill

You are an inspiration for the young guys - - -

Glad you enjoy being SLY BALD - - -We all do

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Post by: CraftyGuy on April 21, 2010, 09:32:07 AM

Welcome aboard, Bill!

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Post by: The Noggin on April 21, 2010, 02:35:08 PM

Hi there Bill and welcome!
Sometimes a kick in the ass can be a good thing in the end  ;).

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Post by: xnewyawka on April 21, 2010, 10:06:24 PM

Welcome Bill, good to have you with us.

You definitely have the right attitude, way to attack the situation directly.    O0

I hope you can inspire some of the younger fellows here who seem to be having a tough time.

Enjoy the forum and keep that dome smooth!

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Post by: Arnie on April 22, 2010, 09:38:52 PM

Welcome to SBGs, Bill!!! 8)

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Post by: BillOnBass on April 27, 2010, 08:41:46 PM

Thanks for the warm reception all!  I've got a picture up now (guess which guy is me, haha).  This pic is of me and a couple friends at a wedding reception this past weekend.     I'll try to get one of me solo and closer up soon. 

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Post by: Johannes on April 27, 2010, 10:23:49 PM

Welcome Bill