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Bummer about the bad news, but everything happens for a reason. You'll get where you need to be in due time.
I think people of all ages can use a nice midday nap.
I think people of all ages can use a nice midday nap.
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Exactly!
Just mimicking the best!Hey!
Thanks Ben!
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
Not sure why it just showed as a picture first time
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #291 (Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: RR .68 GC, Astra SP blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cella soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Lavender/Roman Chamomile/Tangerine EO spray to finish!
Well, with the huge inflow of new stuff, I did some limited reorganization of the shave stuff, pulled out and put aside some things that are definitely pass box worthy, some thing that are going to my dad this weekend, and got together the bare bones kit for my FIL. Still almost out of room in my two shave drawers!
Also decided to get back to semi-3017ing this near scentless Cella tub, till it’s gone or till I get sick of it and chuck it. Then I can feel better about getting around to the new stuff!
This Lavender/Roman Chamomile/Tangerine EO blend is pretty nice and refreshing actually. I like it! Not sure the longevity on it though, I may re-spritz before heading to work.
Missus is going to be out of town off and on through Wednesday...leaving me to be the school bus and meal work, plus general work business...time to hunker down!
Have a great Friday all!
Gear: RR .68 GC, Astra SP blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cella soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Lavender/Roman Chamomile/Tangerine EO spray to finish!
Well, with the huge inflow of new stuff, I did some limited reorganization of the shave stuff, pulled out and put aside some things that are definitely pass box worthy, some thing that are going to my dad this weekend, and got together the bare bones kit for my FIL. Still almost out of room in my two shave drawers!
Also decided to get back to semi-3017ing this near scentless Cella tub, till it’s gone or till I get sick of it and chuck it. Then I can feel better about getting around to the new stuff!
This Lavender/Roman Chamomile/Tangerine EO blend is pretty nice and refreshing actually. I like it! Not sure the longevity on it though, I may re-spritz before heading to work.
Missus is going to be out of town off and on through Wednesday...leaving me to be the school bus and meal work, plus general work business...time to hunker down!
Have a great Friday all!
MilkCrate
"I am a Milk Crate with Dreams"
And egg roll night and hot pocket night. Maybe spaghetti-o night. Man ... I should have been a chef.
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
She sure heads out of town a lot 
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Thanks!
Maybe!
I have a hard time saying no to her...lolShe sure heads out of town a lot
"One ring to rule them all"...Tolkien wasn't talking about Orcs and stuff...Thanks!
Maybe!
I have a hard time saying no to her...lol
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #292 (354 Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: Weck Med Prep shavette, Personna HS blade, Schick M Adjustable injector, Supply blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cella soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Rosemary/Cinnamon/Lime EO spray to finish!
Gonna be a long day today.
Slept in a bit, as did the kids (thank goodness!). Then it was up for a shower n shave. Tried the Rosemary/Cinnamon/Lime EO spray today; nice little punch of lime at the top then settles to mostly cinnamon. Like the one yesterday, it doesn’t last long unfortunately. Once I get to mixing my own, squeezing out scent longevity is going to be a main goal. I know EOs are at a disadvantage here from fragrance oils, but I’d still like to try. If I can find a simple suitable mixture, that is economic in price, even if I have to reapply couple times a day, it will still (hopefully) be better than slapping down a hundred bucks for a name brand frag. And if it isn’t, it’s not like the name brand frags are going anywhere any time soon!
Speaking of frags...before heading to bed last night, I sprayed one spritz each of the clone frags from Dave on my wrists. The Humorous (TDH clone) smells dead on still, but the Greet smelled like it’s own thing after application. Surprisingly though, a hint of the Greet scent still was hanging on this morning, though the Humorous had totally faded.
Kids are out with grandma for part of the day, my oldest’s b-day is next week, so she’s taking him shopping a bit, then they’re off to see a movie.
I go to work later this afternoon, big choral concert that I have to attend to, then regular cleanup and set up for services tomorrow. Probably won’t be home till waaaaaaay late. Sigh. At least the coworker who’s been sick all week (since last Wednesday) said he’d probably be well enough to come in. Between the three of us scheduled, I’m hoping we can knock things out relatively quickly once the concert wraps up.
Have a great Saturday all!
Gear: Weck Med Prep shavette, Personna HS blade, Schick M Adjustable injector, Supply blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cella soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Rosemary/Cinnamon/Lime EO spray to finish!
Gonna be a long day today.
Slept in a bit, as did the kids (thank goodness!). Then it was up for a shower n shave. Tried the Rosemary/Cinnamon/Lime EO spray today; nice little punch of lime at the top then settles to mostly cinnamon. Like the one yesterday, it doesn’t last long unfortunately. Once I get to mixing my own, squeezing out scent longevity is going to be a main goal. I know EOs are at a disadvantage here from fragrance oils, but I’d still like to try. If I can find a simple suitable mixture, that is economic in price, even if I have to reapply couple times a day, it will still (hopefully) be better than slapping down a hundred bucks for a name brand frag. And if it isn’t, it’s not like the name brand frags are going anywhere any time soon!
Speaking of frags...before heading to bed last night, I sprayed one spritz each of the clone frags from Dave on my wrists. The Humorous (TDH clone) smells dead on still, but the Greet smelled like it’s own thing after application. Surprisingly though, a hint of the Greet scent still was hanging on this morning, though the Humorous had totally faded.
Kids are out with grandma for part of the day, my oldest’s b-day is next week, so she’s taking him shopping a bit, then they’re off to see a movie.
I go to work later this afternoon, big choral concert that I have to attend to, then regular cleanup and set up for services tomorrow. Probably won’t be home till waaaaaaay late. Sigh. At least the coworker who’s been sick all week (since last Wednesday) said he’d probably be well enough to come in. Between the three of us scheduled, I’m hoping we can knock things out relatively quickly once the concert wraps up.
Have a great Saturday all!
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
It was a VERRRY long day today..........
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #293 (355 Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: Weck Med Prep shavette, Personna HS blade, Schick M Adjustable injector, Supply blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cinnamon mashup soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Cypress/Melaleuca/Siberian Fur EO drops to finish!
No services for me and the kids today.
Missus got back into town from her over-nighter yesterday evening. I didn’t get home till about 11:45. Woke up early and took the missus to the airport for her next trip. I’m beat, so no services for the kids n me today, just chores and chillin at home. Dinner’s in the crock pot for 8 hours for tender butter chicken later.
Cinnamon mashup was marginally better than just the cinnamon soap on its own, but even with the Williams added the soap is still a fail...may need to mix it with the remainder of my Cella to get it to an acceptable lather level. Still coming out pretty airy and disappears quickly.
On the other hand, so far this Cypress/Melaleuca/Siberian Fur EO drop solution is wow! It’s a little more runny than syrup (jojoba and castor oil carrier mixture). Just applied a dot to each wrist, each temple, and each jawline pulse point with the dropper. I smell like a dang Christmas tree! Love it! I hope it lasts through the day!
I’m going to record video tomorrow, but the upload will have to wait till later in the week. The missus nicked the laptop for her trip.
Have a blessed Sunday all!
Gear: Weck Med Prep shavette, Personna HS blade, Schick M Adjustable injector, Supply blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cinnamon mashup soap, generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Cypress/Melaleuca/Siberian Fur EO drops to finish!
No services for me and the kids today.
Missus got back into town from her over-nighter yesterday evening. I didn’t get home till about 11:45. Woke up early and took the missus to the airport for her next trip. I’m beat, so no services for the kids n me today, just chores and chillin at home. Dinner’s in the crock pot for 8 hours for tender butter chicken later.
Cinnamon mashup was marginally better than just the cinnamon soap on its own, but even with the Williams added the soap is still a fail...may need to mix it with the remainder of my Cella to get it to an acceptable lather level. Still coming out pretty airy and disappears quickly.
On the other hand, so far this Cypress/Melaleuca/Siberian Fur EO drop solution is wow! It’s a little more runny than syrup (jojoba and castor oil carrier mixture). Just applied a dot to each wrist, each temple, and each jawline pulse point with the dropper. I smell like a dang Christmas tree! Love it! I hope it lasts through the day!
I’m going to record video tomorrow, but the upload will have to wait till later in the week. The missus nicked the laptop for her trip.
Have a blessed Sunday all!
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Shave #294 (355 Open Blade Shaves) of 2019:
Gear: RR GC .68, Astra SP blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cinnamon mashup soap (Cinnelliams?), generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Frankincense/Sandalwood EO drops to finish!
Video recorded, will post hopefully Thursday. I iz ti-ured!
Gear: RR GC .68, Astra SP blade, RR Big Bruce synth brush, Cinnamon mashup soap (Cinnelliams?), generic witch hazel, Thayer’s Medicated, and Frankincense/Sandalwood EO drops to finish!
Video recorded, will post hopefully Thursday. I iz ti-ured!
Yes!
GearNoir
“The Disney Princess’s Apprentice”
Yea, but then I can’t pad my viewership watch time with my super long intro and outro.
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
Hmmm, a method to his madness