dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
That is exactly what happened.
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Doug's Journal of Shaving Happiness v2.0
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dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
I have a strong professional network that really came through for me in a time of need.
Brandon and Brendan are solid, and deeply cherished, friends as well as colleagues. They have gone the extra mile to stay in contact with me over the last decade and I have tried to do the same for them.
Congrats
Exactly how I felt with my last job offer.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #912
Today's Shave - 11/01/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Yaqi Tile Stainless Steel
Blade: Parker Platinum
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: TSC First Anniversary Brush
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux (4)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Penhaligon's English Fern
Overview
Life goes on
Shave Stuff
Trying to get back into an every other day cadence with my shaves. Today, for once, I got up early enough to shave before work. I am not a fan of the 8to5 shift, but I am getting used to it. Eventually it will be routine.
The shaves are good, when I get them. The Yaqi stainless razor is comfortable and about medium aggressive. The Institut Karite soap is absolutely fantastic. This is my first, and only, puck of it. I think this puck has been in my stash since 2016 or 2017. I wish I had tried it back then. I would have bought several before it got discontinued. This puck is going to last me a while, since it is a hard soap. Every shave with it has been fantastic so far. The soap loads easily after blooming the puck. It whips up easily into a nice lather that is very slick and quite protective. I really like this soap. The scent is also very mild and pleasant.
Other Stuff
Life is going well. I love my job. I am playing lots of Magic: the Gathering. My brother is getting married next week. Everything is great right now.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Today's Shave - 11/01/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Yaqi Tile Stainless Steel
Blade: Parker Platinum
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: TSC First Anniversary Brush
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux (4)
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Penhaligon's English Fern
Overview
Life goes on
Shave Stuff
Trying to get back into an every other day cadence with my shaves. Today, for once, I got up early enough to shave before work. I am not a fan of the 8to5 shift, but I am getting used to it. Eventually it will be routine.
The shaves are good, when I get them. The Yaqi stainless razor is comfortable and about medium aggressive. The Institut Karite soap is absolutely fantastic. This is my first, and only, puck of it. I think this puck has been in my stash since 2016 or 2017. I wish I had tried it back then. I would have bought several before it got discontinued. This puck is going to last me a while, since it is a hard soap. Every shave with it has been fantastic so far. The soap loads easily after blooming the puck. It whips up easily into a nice lather that is very slick and quite protective. I really like this soap. The scent is also very mild and pleasant.
Other Stuff
Life is going well. I love my job. I am playing lots of Magic: the Gathering. My brother is getting married next week. Everything is great right now.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Good to hear from you, Doug. Enjoy your brother’s wedding.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Thanks! I am sure I will.Good to hear from you, Doug. Enjoy your brother’s wedding.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #913
Today's Shave - 12/03/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Henson Shaving AL13
Blade: RK Shaving Stainless
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: Maggard Razors Purple Swirl 24mm Plissoft
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Salvatore Ferragamo Uomo Casual Life
Overview
Life is good
Shave Stuff
I am still not shaving regularly during the week. Today I was up early enough to do so before work. The Henson razor is a new acquisition. This was my second shave with it. The razor is good, although it is a bit too light with the all aluminum construction. I am used to stainless steel so one has to be careful not to apply too much pressure. The RK blade is decent. I am looking forward to trying other blades with the razor. I have no need to buy any of the RK blades, unless other blades don't fit the razor. The software is fantastic as always. It was a very good shave at BBS-.
Other Stuff
My brother's wedding at the beginning of November was nice. I got a few compliments on my best man speech. The Wilmington area was nice to visit. Overall it was a good trip.
We have another trip coming up in a few weeks. We are looking forward to that.
Still loving my new job. It is absolutely fantastic. I really, really hope that I am still with this company in 2034.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Today's Shave - 12/03/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Henson Shaving AL13
Blade: RK Shaving Stainless
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: Maggard Razors Purple Swirl 24mm Plissoft
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Salvatore Ferragamo Uomo Casual Life
Overview
Life is good
Shave Stuff
I am still not shaving regularly during the week. Today I was up early enough to do so before work. The Henson razor is a new acquisition. This was my second shave with it. The razor is good, although it is a bit too light with the all aluminum construction. I am used to stainless steel so one has to be careful not to apply too much pressure. The RK blade is decent. I am looking forward to trying other blades with the razor. I have no need to buy any of the RK blades, unless other blades don't fit the razor. The software is fantastic as always. It was a very good shave at BBS-.
Other Stuff
My brother's wedding at the beginning of November was nice. I got a few compliments on my best man speech. The Wilmington area was nice to visit. Overall it was a good trip.
We have another trip coming up in a few weeks. We are looking forward to that.
Still loving my new job. It is absolutely fantastic. I really, really hope that I am still with this company in 2034.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Good to hear from you, Doug. Where will your next trip be?
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
It is coming up in a week or so.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #914
Today's Shave - 12/03/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Blackland Blackbird
Blade: Shark Stainless
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: Maggard Razors Purple Swirl 24mm Plissoft
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Lattafa Pride Tharwa Silver EdP
Overview
The weekend is off to a good start
Shave Stuff
I just acquired a Blackbird in machined stainless from Blackland. The Black Friday deal got me. The razor is hefty and solid. It is also a bit of a beast to shave with. I am completely BBS, but it did leave me with some irritation. It needs a lighter touch than I used today. But, it still was a fantastic shave. It is just going to require some getting used to.
Other Stuff
My weight is up a bit. I really need to work on that. Other than that life it really good. I am playing a ton of Magic the Gathering and loving my job. Things are going well right now.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Today's Shave - 12/03/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Blackland Blackbird
Blade: Shark Stainless
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: Maggard Razors Purple Swirl 24mm Plissoft
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Lattafa Pride Tharwa Silver EdP
Overview
The weekend is off to a good start
Shave Stuff
I just acquired a Blackbird in machined stainless from Blackland. The Black Friday deal got me. The razor is hefty and solid. It is also a bit of a beast to shave with. I am completely BBS, but it did leave me with some irritation. It needs a lighter touch than I used today. But, it still was a fantastic shave. It is just going to require some getting used to.
Other Stuff
My weight is up a bit. I really need to work on that. Other than that life it really good. I am playing a ton of Magic the Gathering and loving my job. Things are going well right now.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Sounds like a good razor. I have a Vector from them. Glad to hear that things are going well.
The blackbird is a beast. But one of the most efficient de’s on the planet
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
100% agreement on this.
It is going to take some time and practice to get the angle and pressure correct for it to not eat my face.
dkeester
"TSC's Master of Bourbon"
Journal Entry #915
Today's Shave - 12/14/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Blackland Blackbird
Blade: Shark Stainless
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: Maggard Razors Purple Swirl 24mm Plissoft
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Lattafa Pride Ishq al Shuyukh Silver
Overview
Another great shave with the Blackbird
Shave Stuff
The Blackbird works very well with a light touch. I am glad that I bought the long handle version. Holding it at the far end of the handle really helps. Today's shave was fantastic.
Other Stuff
Looking forward to leaving on my trip on Monday.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Today's Shave - 12/14/2024
Pre: Hot shower/splash of cool water
Razor: Blackland Blackbird
Blade: Shark Stainless
Bowl: Fine Accoutrements Lather Bowl
Brush: Maggard Razors Purple Swirl 24mm Plissoft
Soap/Cream: Institut Karite Paris Savon a Barbe Extra-Doux
AS 1: Thayer's Rose Petal Facial Toner & Lucky Tiger Facial Tonic
AS 2: Little Herbal Apothecary Aftershave Tonic
AS 3: Nivea Sensitive Soothing Post Shave Balm
Fragrance: Lattafa Pride Ishq al Shuyukh Silver
Overview
Another great shave with the Blackbird
Shave Stuff
The Blackbird works very well with a light touch. I am glad that I bought the long handle version. Holding it at the far end of the handle really helps. Today's shave was fantastic.
Other Stuff
Looking forward to leaving on my trip on Monday.
Thank you for reading and commenting on my journal. I hope you have a great day and stellar shaves, Cadre.
Enjoy your trip!