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[GearNoir]

Shave #306 (834 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Simpson’s The Duke synth brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Proraso Red AS, and Acqua Di Gio Absolu Instinct to finish!

Much better night’s sleep thankfully.

Great shave this morning. Equipment, software, and operator were on point. Went for a little woodsy/spicy vibe today with Proraso Red followed up with ADG’s Absolu Instinct. Excellent!

The eldest got some good distraction yesterday from his woes, as there was a college night at his school and he was asked by one of his friends to try for the lacrosse team, who’s searching for warm bodies this year I guess. Maybe he’ll get a letter afterall? We’ll see.

IDT meeting this morning and a handful of visits to get through. Looking forward to Sunday’s time change.

Have a great Thursday all!

 

[Graybeard57]

Looking forward to Sunday’s time change.

Thanks for the reminder. Another hour I don't go to work.

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #307 (835 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Yaqi Moka synth brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Barbasol Pacific Rush AS, and Dior Sauvage EDT to finish!

Heeeeey, we’re in the home stretch!

Great shave this morning. Never seem to have much luck with the homes I’ve lived in, getting decent moly warm water running quickly…so it was cold water prep work on a cold morning. Helped me wake up I guess! Still having funky weather with chilly nights and warm days, so I opted for some refreshing blue scents. Barbasol PR AS and Dior Sauvage FTW!

At least a half day to put in at the EOL facility, then some home visits to take care of before I get to my weekend. Hopeful to get home a little early, we’ll see!

Happy Friday all!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #308 (836 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Graydog Art Deco brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Fine American Blend AS, and Fine AB EDT to finish!

Pretty normal Saturday, just got started a bit later than usual to attend a “birthday workout” class for a friend instead of our usual time.

Hope you’re all having a great day!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #309 (837 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Graydog Art Deco brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Lucky Tiger AS, and Rochas Moustache EDP to finish!

That extra hour of sleep was GREAT! I needed that. A bit sore from yesterday’s work out, but I’m up!

Great shave this morning! Decided to tailor it towards Moustache EDP. Excellent!

Church this morning, then probably some grocery shopping before it’s chill time.

Loki season 2 has been great so far! The last episode…phew! Looking forward to the finale.

Have a blessed Sunday all!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #310 (838 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Stirling 2-band brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, CBL Barba AST, and Penhaligon’s Sartorial to finish!

Ew Monday…at least I feel rested for the time being

Great shave this morning, not at the butt crack of dawn! Some nice, fresh, modern barbershop scents to usher in the day.

Gonna be a busy one! Lots of catch up to do too it seems, since it was a busy weekend as well.

Happy Monday all!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #311 (839 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Simpsons The Duke synth brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Lucky Tiger AS, and Acqua Di Gio Absolu Instinct to finish!

Phew…was absolutely slammed with work yesterday. Glad that one’s over!

Great shave this morning! Items as listed. Results, excellent!

Most of the day will be spent at the EOL facility today. Hopefully a more quiet day.

Happy Tuesday all!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #312 (840 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Yaqi Sagrada Familia synth brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Captain’s Choice Venture AS, and vintage Ralph Lauren Chaps to finish!

It’s Wednesday! We’re moving along, gettin it done!

No workout this evening. Our OT class allotment for the billing period was used up due to Hell Week. New cycle doesn’t start until next week. Still get to have dinner from out though! Wonder what it will be tonight

Took on another sermon for this Sunday. Classic Mary and Martha story in Luke’s gospel. Trying to find things to talk about that aren’t the same old story, it’s a challenge!

Hope you all have a great day!

 

[NurseDave]

Our OT class allotment for the billing period was used up due to Hell Week.

Hear that Sam??? You have time to catch up on the swole meter!

 

[GearNoir]

Hear that Sam??? You have time to catch up on the swole meter!

Not possible, given my level of swoleness.

 

[Graybeard57]

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[woodpusher]

^^^^

Oh, the humanity!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #313 (841 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Yaqi Rainbow w/ pony synth brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Fine American Blend AS, and Fine American Blend EDT to finish!

Ended up having Chick-fil-a last night for dinner…win!

Another win this morning with and excellent shave. With 9 more to get me through to a DE/SE break…so I keep pushing this blade past tomorrow’s shave? Hmmmm TBD

Out n about on home visits today. The sermon is coming along nicely…I think. Hoping to finish it up today if possible.

Have a great Thursday all!

 

[Graybeard57]

Another win this morning with and excellent shave. With 9 more to get me through to a DE/SE break…so I keep pushing this blade past tomorrow’s shave? Hmmmm TBD

IMO, if it feels tuggy, switch it. Even a little bit - it only gets duller with each shave.

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #314 (842 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, Yaqi Moka synth brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Lucky Tiger AS, and Acqua Di Gio Absolu Instinct to finish!

Sooooooooo glad it Friday!

A few scheduled visits today. Sermon is pretty much finished I think. I’m ready for that weekend!

Almost there dudes. Hang tight!

 

[NurseDave]

 

[dangerousdon]

Friday came and went. I am already, ready for the end of next Friday!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #315 (843 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, JT Spartan Burl brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Chiseled Face Sherlock AS, and Acqua Di Gio Absolu Instinct to finish!

Nice sleep in the morning…the cold this morning probably kept me in longer. Rousing breakfast of a vanilla latte and some excellent chilaquiles. Then on to chores!

Great shave this morning between laundry loads. I honored to wise advice of my significantly elder and popped on a fresh blade into the Essence. Pull out CH Sherlock for the first time probably since fall/winter last year. Excellent.

Chill day today! Once chores are done I’m freeeee!

Hope you’re all having a great Saturday!

 

[GearNoir]

Shave #316 (844 Open Blade Shaves) of 2023:

Gear: Tedalus Essence, Feather ProGuard blade, JT Spartan Burl brush, CBL Fresh Vetiver soap, homemade witch hazel/aloe, Nivea Sensitive AS Balm, Captain’s Choice Venture AS, and Tom Ford Ombré Leather to finish!

Up for church! Another great shave in the books.

Have a blessed Sunday all!

 

[Graybeard57]

I honored to wise advice of my significantly elder and popped on a fresh blade into the Essence.

Another great shave in the books.

Fresh blade followed by two consecutive days of quality shaves. Hmmm... What might we conclude here...?