Sly Bald Guys Forum
New Member Section => Introductions => Topic started by: bem75 on February 12, 2009, 05:48:00 PM
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Hi everyone. I just joined the forum. I'm 34 years old this month and I started losing my hair a few years ago. My crown is pretty thin and the hairline has shifted into reverse. I buzzed my hair short about 2 years ago and have kept getting shorter and shorter. I'm now as close as I can get without a razor. I'm going to pull the trigger tomorrow and slick it.
Here's my issue:
I'm having a hard time with the whole balding thing. Its no so much the look, but the fact that I am the only guy in my large group of friends that is losing my hair (at least noticeably.) There are about 20 guys that I socialize with regularly and none of them are even close to my situation. So, it is kinda tough for me, mentally. I'm just a little shaken by the fact that I'm going to be "the bald guy."
On the plus side, I like the look, the maintenance, and the fact that bald is pretty cool now. When I shaved it tight, a couple of ladies, including my wife, complemented me on the look. So, I know that I won't catch slack from the ladies. It's just the whole finality of the process. I feel like I'm taking the final step towards acceptance. I've wanted to do this for a while and reading some of your posts have helped push me to the edge.
I have lurked on this site for a few days and I must say that you guys have really helped me through the process. You guys are like a support group and I don't even know any of you. That is awesome.
Brad
Soon to be Bald
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Welcome. You will love the look. Read through the head shaving tips and techniques so that it turns out good. O:O
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welcome to the asylum bro. if your friends give you grief, it is cause they are jealous. if the wifey likes it, BONUS!!! good luck and stick around bro. let us know how it goes.
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Welcome bro O0
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Welcome to the asylum.
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As Nike sez: Just do it! (we ill analyze on here later.)
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Welcome to SBG!
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hey brad: welcome 2 the sly fraternity. glad that ya joined us. i promise U that U won't regret it. after U "do the deed"... U must keep the "look" 4 atleast 30 days. the 30 day trial is an "unwritten" rule here at the sly forum. basically... the new head shaver will keep the look for 30 days. after the 30 days... one will B able 2 decide 2 keep it or grow it out. 99.9% keep the chrome dome look & embrace their new found look. keep us posted 2 all the reactions when U "do the deed".
WARHAWK O0
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Brad, my brother, I envy you that first shave tomorrow. You are going to love the feel of a freshly shaved dome.
You know your wife is going to like it. Why not invite her to rub in the moisturizer at the end of the shave? She'll love it and so will you. :@`
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Welcome. Just so you know, you won't be "the bald guy". You will be the SLY guy!
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Wellcome broo!!!
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Thanks guys. I'm excited to go Sly! I'll make sure to post a pic, after I do the deed.
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Brad,
It's pretty obvious that you've already made your mind up, which is great. Don't worry about your friends -- they'll get used to it quickly. Give it 30 days, but I will bet you'll never go back ....
Andrew
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Bro, you are stressing too much what your friends will say. Just be prepared though, because they will say something about it. Just know though, they are will be jealous of the fact that you had the guts to do it. Its not really having the guts to do it, because you will come to terms with it and finally decide to shave it off. Its going to be the best time of your life, those first few days. SO ENJOY IT! You wont get those days aback again. Savor the moment bro.
Good Luck
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Welcome to Sly Bald Guys. Don't be afraid to be the only bald guy. It will help you stand out amongst the crowd!
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Congrats on the decision. It will be a big step, but don't be surprised if it's a non-event for your friends. It sounds like you're already pretty close to bald already, so they may not have much of a reaction. But you, YOU, are going to love it, I'm sure. Ahhh, the excitement!
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Welcome buddy.
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Welcome here, Brad!
Have a great day tomorrow doing the deed. Do not forget the dumb feeling of the first days!
J
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Hey, Brad. Welcome! Just do it. Your buddies will bust your chops...but underneath they will admire the fact that you have the stones to do it. At first you'll be nervous, but the way to SLYness is to jump right in, bare the smooth pate, stand tall. ENJOY the new look, sensations, and freedom from the withering mop.....and GIVE IT 30 DAYS! You're on the verge of a whole new chapter.
Best Wishes,
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Thanks guys. Tonight is the night. My wife is being really cool and said that she wants to rub lotion on my head, after I shave. She "suggested" that I hold off shaving until after the kids are in bed. Rawr! O0 My 6 year old daughter can't wait either. She's been asking me to go bald for a few months. Pretty cool, huh?
Anyways, I'm going out on the boat with my buddies on Sat morning. So, it will be a quick test to see what they say.
I know that I'm new, but this forum has been a big help. You guys are really cool and it is nice to see a bunch of guys being so supportive of each other. I'll pass on the good will and give the same kind of support to other newbies.
Ordered my SBG shirt today. I'm jumping in head first!
I'll post a pic this weekend.
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Good luck on the transition to sly. Sounds like you already have it licked with the wife and daughter behind you. Way to go O0
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Sounds like it could be a really fun evening--don't forget to use sunscreen tomorrow when you show the shine to the world. You're really, really going to like this, we promise O0.
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Congrats bro...you'll love having a completely slick, smooth head..... most excellent movel!
Good luck and welcome to your new life as a bald (and very cool lookin') dude! 8)
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The deed is done!! That was very liberating. I only nicked myself twice. I'll make sure to take a picture tomorrow and upload it to the forum.
Thanks for your support guys! I gotta tell you...My wife made a comment on the ride home from dinner that made me second guess the decision. So, I pulled up this thread and read the comments. It inspired me to go for it. Thanks guys.
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Congrats and welcome in the SLY-world! O0
J
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Welcome aboard, Bem. and welcome to total freedom.
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I guess by now Brad you're out on the boat with your buddies.
I bet some of them are jealous of your gleaming freshly shave head.
All that apprehension for nothing. Hold your head high and stand tall.
You've got the confidence to pull this new look off.
About that comment your wife made. Just let it roll off your shoulders.
She'll grow to love the bald you. And since today's Valentine's Day I bet she'll give your head a rub and a smooch. :@`
Keeping it honest. Keep it bald and bold bro. O0
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How did it go?!?! O0
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Congrats on the decision. I'll bet your glad!
I understand what you mean about being the "bald guy."
But now, that's what will distinguish you. Hope it went well today.
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It went great! I got positive comments from everyone. More importantly, I love the Sly look. Thanks guys.
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Bem, you SLY guy, you! Congrats! It looks terrific -- I do believe you were born to be bald! Had your headrub(s) yet?
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Bem,
You make me want to be a SLYer person:)
Due, you were born for this look. You look awesome!
Congratulations.
Dman
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Hey, bald guy! That's a real SLY grin ya got goin for yourself there. O0
Bean
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I love the look and my wife does too. I've gotten great feedback. So, the sly look is here to stay.
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Hi Bem
A belated welcome. The sly look really suits you !
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Belated welcome here, too, Bem.
Looks awesome, dude!
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There are about 20 guys that I socialize with regularly and none of them are even close to my situation. So, it is kinda tough for me, mentally. I'm just a little shaken by the fact that I'm going to be "the bald guy."
Congratulations...when I was on the fence, worried what friends would say, a wise SBG brother pointed out to me I could choose to be "the bald guy" or continue being known as "the balding guy."
That's when I went for it. Made perfect sense to take control of the situation. Stand tall, enjoy, and welcome!
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Het: looks really good bro, as you obviously know by now (wife, daughter etc) way to go! O0
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I love the look and my wife does too. I've gotten great feedback. So, the sly look is here to stay.
hey bem: congrats on "doing the deed". U look like a natural. O0
WARHAWK O0
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Hey bem, a belated welcome to you bro. Good to have you with us in sly land.
The smooth dome looks great, and if you have support from the family, then you're set.
Enjoy the newly smooth noggin', and it's cool to be the only shaved guy in your group.
I bet some of the other guys will get the bug too now.
Let us know how things go for you. O0