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New Member Section => Introductions => Topic started by: stemikger on June 13, 2008, 05:44:55 PM

Title: Alright guys here's my Mug. Opinions welcomed.
Post by: stemikger on June 13, 2008, 05:44:55 PM
Hey everyone, I'm the new guy.  I really appreciate everyone giving me encourgement on my newly bald head.

My wife hates it, my daughter hates it and pretty much all comments have been negative.

Please let me know if it is really that bad.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi224.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd157%2Fstemikger24%2F054.jpg&hash=684a752f8e6bee4cade210b686249b03b009583a)

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi224.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd157%2Fstemikger24%2F055.jpg&hash=e422147d79481b1fb1cc3f9a524b4681b9b0ab60)

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi224.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd157%2Fstemikger24%2F060.jpg&hash=311bb765067eb5b3809a2c4119a22fb44bc9cd24)

The last one is me and my daughter.

I am new at posting photos so I hope I did it right.  Apologies if I made them too big or small.
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Post by: Tyler on June 13, 2008, 05:48:37 PM
I'm not sure why you have had such negative comments.  I think the Sly look suits you well!
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Post by: TheSlyBear on June 13, 2008, 05:55:18 PM
Looks good to me! Got a before photo to compare?
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Post by: stemikger on June 13, 2008, 06:01:04 PM
Good idea bootedbear here is my before shot.

(https://www.slybaldguys.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi224.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fdd157%2Fstemikger24%2FDSCN2893.jpg&hash=f18786e745783927d44251e08afbde93face5e96)

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Post by: Jer on June 13, 2008, 06:10:07 PM
Sly definitely suits you a lot better!  If you like it then don't worry about what others think.  Give it time and they'll come to see that it suits you.

Also, Welcome to the best site on the net!
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Post by: zetaeffe on June 13, 2008, 06:40:18 PM
I guess they are just shocked by the sudden change... give them few time to adjust to the new image.

Looks good to me
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Post by: Stu on June 13, 2008, 06:50:01 PM
I think it looks way cool; head shape is good.  It looks to me like you've lost about 5-8 years off your age with the new look.  Let them hate you for awhile, and they will see how you feel about yourself.  Guys should be able to change up their looks like just their their wives/girlfriends do.
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Post by: Razor X on June 13, 2008, 06:51:41 PM
Looks good!  Your family just needs time to adjust to the change.  Hang in there -- for at least 30 days. O0
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Post by: nomad on June 13, 2008, 06:53:07 PM
the new sly you is a big improvement O0
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Post by: GASlick on June 13, 2008, 07:50:11 PM
I agree with the other guys.  You look fine with me.  Don't understand all the negativity.  As for your daughter, she'a teenager, just the fact that her parents are breathing is enough to make her scream!lol :*))
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Post by: wpruitt on June 13, 2008, 08:01:29 PM
Looks good Stemikger
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Post by: skiking on June 13, 2008, 08:12:49 PM
I think the sly look is better than the before

you must really like that t-shirt
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Post by: stemikger on June 13, 2008, 08:18:42 PM
Thanks guys.  I think I found a new home.

Even at 44 years old, there are just so many negative things a guy can hear about his looks.
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Post by: warhawk on June 13, 2008, 08:20:36 PM
stemikger:  U look like a natural.  the slick, smoooooth noggin' suits ya.  give it 30 days.  i think its a keeper. O0

WARHAWK O0
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Post by: Razor X on June 13, 2008, 08:28:02 PM

Even at 44 years old, there are just so many negative things a guy can hear about his looks.


I'd say especially at 44 years old.  Just because you've reached a certain age doesn't mean you stop caring about how you look.  If anything, it can make you more sensitive as you try to fight Father Time.

You need a little color on the dome and you'll be fine.  Hang in there; it will be worth it.
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Post by: IRDSM on June 13, 2008, 08:30:14 PM
I agree with the others. Not quite seeing the axe murderer there  ??? I think you look much better and younger without the hair. I say try keeping it down  O0 They'll get used to it!

Dan
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Post by: Razor X on June 13, 2008, 08:34:47 PM
I agree with the others. Not quite seeing the axe murderer there  ??? I think you look much better and younger without the hair. I say try keeping it down  O0 They'll get used to it!

Dan

See, Stemikger?  Tell your daughter that you've got the same cool haircut that the 18-year-olds are getting.   ;)
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Post by: SLYinKC on June 13, 2008, 08:39:27 PM
Hey, Mike, Welcome.  Glad you found us and decided to join in.  I'm also 44 and I think it's a great age to make some positive changes to our lives and appearance.  I definitely think the SLY pic looks better and  "Younger".  Take my word for it, the family will adapt and come to either like it or at least accept it.
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Post by: TekGod on June 13, 2008, 09:45:47 PM
Stick with the sly, Stem...  My fiance wasn't big on me doing it, but decided it didn't look as bad as she thought it would.. If you like it, they'll get used to it..
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Post by: TheSlyBear on June 13, 2008, 11:58:25 PM
Good idea bootedbear here is my before shot.
Much better!
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Post by: Stu on June 14, 2008, 12:23:08 AM
Hey Stemikger, maybe your daughter doesn't like it because she knows that any boys who might want to date her are really going to be intimidated by your imposing new look, and THAT could be a very good thing!
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Post by: MagmaBabe on June 14, 2008, 04:37:17 AM
Stemikger, I think you totally rock  the sly look!  O0
I'm with the other guys.. give it a little time and they'll adjust to the
new you - most importantly though, how do  YOU feel about the new you?
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Post by: Joe442 on June 14, 2008, 05:01:38 AM
Dude I agree with everyone.....it looks good!!
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Post by: Rob on June 14, 2008, 05:44:20 AM
Hey, what more can i add?  I was surprised how good it looks (after all the bad comments you said you'd had, I mean).  it really suits you, bro.  Stick with it. O0
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Post by: stemikger on June 14, 2008, 07:53:35 AM
Quote
Originally quoted by skiking
you must really like that t-shirt

 :*)) That is so funny.  Beleive it or not, I didn't even realize that until my wife pointed it out.

I swear I have other shirts.  ;D

Hey guys (I feel so much better now).  Thanks O0

P.S.  As much as I appreciate the positve feedback from all the Bros, reading the comment from MagmaBabe made my day.   ;D
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Post by: andrew on June 14, 2008, 08:05:42 AM
I can't match the impact of MagnaBabe, but I also think the sly look suits you well.    It's a cool edgy look, that makes you look alot more intimidating.
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Post by: RodgerDodger on June 14, 2008, 08:50:49 AM
I'm borrowing a tag line that my bald buddy Logan always uses...
"Dude, welcome to the 21st Century"!

My wife wasn't too keen on the idea of me shaving off my hair. But eventually she's come around and wouldn't want to see me any other way.
Ain't no woman, like that one I got. To make her happy doesn't take a lot.
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Post by: BALDANDRE on June 14, 2008, 08:55:44 AM
Why would they hate it...

it's a natural on ya bro...you look like UFC type dude with the bald head...

Keep it smooth brutha...it's a tough look on you! O0
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Post by: MagmaBabe on June 14, 2008, 10:25:33 AM
Quote

 


P.S.  As much as I appreciate the positve feedback from all the Bros, reading the comment from MagmaBabe made my day.   ;D

Hey Stem, I was only speaking the truth and I'm dead chuffed that I managed to make your day! ;)  :-*
ask any gal, and I'm sure she'd agree  :)

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Post by: FR8TRAIN on June 14, 2008, 11:35:30 AM
I agree with everyone. The SLY look is defintely YOU. Keep it smooth, they'll all get used to it.

Hey Stemikger, maybe your daughter doesn't like it because she knows that any boys who might want to date her are really going to be intimidated by your imposing new look, and THAT could be a very good thing!

Let me tell you being the father of a 19 yo daughter, the intimidation goes a long way when you're sporting the SLY look. :popo
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Post by: joergHH on June 14, 2008, 11:50:28 AM
Yes, really! The sly look is very good for you.

Enjoy your new You!

J
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Post by: xnewyawka on June 15, 2008, 11:53:44 PM
Welcome to SBG's stem, glad you decide to join in and shave the noggin' smooth.

I think it looks great and you've just got to give it some time. Use the 30 day as a guide.

Eventually people will come to see this is the new you.

Keep it smooth bro!    O0
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Post by: Mikekoz13 on June 16, 2008, 04:49:05 AM
Welcome to the Forum STEM!!! .... and Dude..... much better with that "way-back" hair. Yeah..... it was "way back" on your head. Big improvement!