Hey everyone, Just checking in to see if anyone would be interesting in donating to St. Baldricks. If you don't know what that is, the short story is thats its kind of like a cancer walk, only you don't walk, you shave your head. The money raised goes to fund fighting Childhood cancers. This is my 4th year participating. Last year I started dyeing my hair whatever color the highest donation by a certain date tells me to dye it. My goal this year is to raise $1000 by April 6th. I am currently at $851. Even the smallest donations help!
So, this year I will be dyeing my hair March 26th, the Highest donation up to that date decides what color I dye it. I have not cut my hair since last St. Patrick's day, so I look a bit ridiculous now, but I have no problem making myself look as ridiculous as possible to help the kids!
If you would like to donate, just follow the link!
https://www.stbaldricks.org/donate/participant/693832/2014
The first picture is from last year before the event, the second is a recent picture of what I look like now.
My hair is not "picked out" in the second picture, so the fro doesn't look as big as it actually is...
I never heard of St. Baldrick's until just now, so I researched them and they are rated very highly by Charity Navigator, which states that 80% of what is raised goes directly to the fighting childhood cancer, a very worthy cause! (Admin expenses are only 2.8%, which is a very low percentage amongst charities.)
It is admirable that you sacrifice a year of perfectly good haircuts and then dye your hair like a confused teenage schoolgirl at the end for the cause! (My daughter dyes her hair weird colors and it doesn't raise money for anything!)
Therefore , GEEK CHALLENGE!! I just made a donation. I don't know what Brian's highest donation is to date (and please don't tell us!), and I'm not saying how much I donated. Could have been $5 . . $10 . . . an old cellophane wrapper . . . who knows? :?:
So are there any Geeks that want to make a pledge and beat me out on the possibility of picking his hair color?? Don't tell us how much you pledged . . . we'll let it be a surprise at the end!
And Brian, we will want pictures! Good luck on this!
Congrats in helping out for a great cause, will check out the link
QuoteBrlesq - 3/14/2014 6:57 AM I never heard of St. Baldrick's until just now, so I researched them and they are rated very highly by Charity Navigator, which states that 80% of what is raised goes directly to the fighting childhood cancer, a very worthy cause! (Admin expenses are only 2.8%, which is a very low percentage amongst charities.) It is admirable that you sacrifice a year of perfectly good haircuts and then dye your hair like a confused teenage schoolgirl at the end for the cause! (My daughter dyes her hair weird colors and it doesn't raise money for anything!) Therefore , GEEK CHALLENGE!! I just made a donation. I don't know what Brian's highest donation is to date (and please don't tell us!), and I'm not saying how much I donated. Could have been $5 . . $10 . . . an old cellophane wrapper . . . who knows? :?: So are there any Geeks that want to make a pledge and beat me out on the possibility of picking his hair color?? Don't tell us how much you pledged . . . we'll let it be a surprise at the end! And Brian, we will want pictures! Good luck on this!
(http://www.kunocreative.com/Portals/32387/images/challenge-accepted-how-i-met-your-mother.jpg)
This is a great charity. My sister-in-law was diagnosed with Ewing's Sarcoma - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ewing's_sarcoma - when she was 14, so this is a cause near and dear for me. It is a very generous thing you are doing here.
Glad to see you accept my challenge, Joe! Another punch in your man-card. (Its getting quite full, huh?) Anybody else want to step up? :shades:
Challenge also accepted.
Brian, :thumbsup: to you my brother. Here is my Transaction #: 3357727 for my donation if you need it.
Good organization. I've done it a couple of times, but after the last time 2 years ago I left my head shaved pretty close, so I can't raise money anymore to hack the last 1/8th inch off.
Way too cool!! I am doing Locks of Love right now, and have about another 6 months to go. Knowing that this is the last time that I will be able to grow my hair out, as some "thinner than other" areas of my head are telling me, it's good to know that I can join this cause next year. Donation forthcoming... :biggrin: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs:
As an added bonus, if any Geek tops my donation, Bruce will shave his eye brows.
Donation sent. From Brian to Brian...THANK YOU!! :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs:
Your Donation to St. Baldrick's Foundation - ID 3358351
Brian P Foley,
Your donation of ????? USD, was received on March 14, 2014.
Your donation was on behalf of:
Participant: Brian Stessl (P-693832)
Event: The Quest Eatery (E-127)
Location: Schererville, IN
QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 1:39 PM
As an added bonus, if any Geek tops my donation, Bruce will shave his eye brows.
:lmao:
QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 1:39 PM
As an added bonus, if any Geek tops my donation, Bruce will shave his eye brows.
:notamused:
QuoteBrlesq - 3/14/2014 1:02 PM QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 1:39 PM As an added bonus, if any Geek tops my donation, Bruce will shave his eye brows.
:notamused:
Don't you mean... (http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_3535.gif) ??
Wow, Brlesq, thanks for the added information AND turning this into a contest! All of you guys are freaking amazing!
QuoteLawDaddy - 3/14/2014 12:25 PM
Good organization. I've done it a couple of times, but after the last time 2 years ago I left my head shaved pretty close, so I can't raise money anymore to hack the last 1/8th inch off.
It looks a bit odd, but I have seen guys walk up bald as can be and just have them go through the motions of it... lol
And yes, there will be pictures posted of the whole process... (you should see what I look like with bleached hair before dyeing it).
I'll tell you guys what. In case Bruce reneges on shaving his eyebrows, I will send a mediocre five pack to the geek with the highest donation. Unless it's me, in which case I will smoke them all myself.
Edit: The geek with the highest donation at the time that Brian announces the chooser of his hair color.
QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 2:13 PM
QuoteBrlesq - 3/14/2014 1:02 PM QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 1:39 PM As an added bonus, if any Geek tops my donation, Bruce will shave his eye brows.
:notamused:
Don't you mean... (http://www.desismileys.com/smileys/desismileys_3535.gif) ??
:lmao:
I'm not going to win for highest donation, but I can definitely support the cause. Good luck with the rest of your fundraising!
I'd shave my eyebrows for a mediocre 5pk...do I win?? :biggrin:
Quotenirab - 3/14/2014 5:04 PM
I'd shave my eyebrows for a mediocre 5pk...do I win?? :biggrin:
That's a true Cigar Geek. :thumbsup:
Donation made, thanks for the opportunity to help.
Peter Kozo,
Your donation of $20.00 USD, was received on March 14, 2014.
Your donation was on behalf of:
Participant: Brian Stessl (P-693832)
Event: The Quest Eatery (E-127)
Location: Schererville, IN
Quotenirab - 3/14/2014 4:04 PM I'd shave my eyebrows for a mediocre 5pk...do I win?? :biggrin:
I've got five Gurkhas with your name on them if you shave your eyebrows. Ten if you just shave one.
I'm in.
This gift is from:
An Individual
Donating to the participant:
Brian Stessl
Listed on Web site as:
toby2 cigargeek
Transaction Date:
March 14, 2014
Donation is in, wont be selecting youre hair color but thanx for the chance to help a good cause.
QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 6:30 PM
Quotenirab - 3/14/2014 4:04 PM I'd shave my eyebrows for a mediocre 5pk...do I win?? :biggrin:
I've got five Gurkhas with your name on them if you shave your eyebrows. Ten if you just shave one.
That would be priceless. :lmao:
A Nobel cause. I'm in but I'll issue another challenge for you guys. My heart goes out to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. To me, that's about the saddest thing I can think of, a sick child that can't be a kid because they are fighting for their life. A kid just doesn't deserve that. I'm asking you guys to make a donation to St. Jude's. not in my name but just a donation in your name and continue to do it every year.
Guys, all I can say is thank you, you guys are dominating this!
We do and yes St. Jude's is one of our family charities.
Quotenirab - 3/14/2014 12:33 PM
Way too cool!! I am doing Locks of Love right now, and have about another 6 months to go. Knowing that this is the last time that I will be able to grow my hair out, as some "thinner than other" areas of my head are telling me, it's good to know that I can join this cause next year. Donation forthcoming... :biggrin: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs:
I wanted to try and do both, St. Baldricks, and when they shave my head donate the hair... But unfortunately my hair does not grow that fast (I'm pretty sure no one would want this mop turned into a hairpiece anyway)... lol. That is why I started dyeing it to try and raise more.
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Gift Information
This gift is from: An Individual Donating to the participant:
Brian Stessl
Listed on Web site as: Noah and Ella Dohrman-Weiler
Transaction Date: March 16, 2014
I can't wait to hear and see the hair color.
Wow, I have been working long hours, didn't even come home last night and you guys even bumped this for me! You guys are amazing! Thank you so much to all of you who are donating! All I will give away as far as donations go is I am up to $781 now! 10 days until I haunt you all with pictures of my ridiculous hair!
Quotebstessl - 3/16/2014 4:55 PM Wow, I have been working long hours, didn't even come home last night and you guys even bumped this for me! You guys are amazing! Thank you so much to all of you who are donating! All I will give away as far as donations go is I am up to $781 now! 10 days until I haunt you all with pictures of my ridiculous hair!
I'm glad it's working out, Brian. I hope you meet and beat your goal.
That is great you've gotten so much support thus far. WTG, folks!
Happy St. Patrick's Day everyone! Thanks again to everyone who is donating for this great cause! I am now up to $851!! I am truly amazed at the progress made this past week!
QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 5:30 PM
Quotenirab - 3/14/2014 4:04 PM I'd shave my eyebrows for a mediocre 5pk...do I win?? :biggrin:
I've got five Gurkhas with your name on them if you shave your eyebrows. Ten if you just shave one.
Joe, I specifically said 5 mediocre cigars, not 5 dog rockets! :biggrin:
Quotenirab - 3/17/2014 11:38 AM QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 5:30 PM Quotenirab - 3/14/2014 4:04 PM I'd shave my eyebrows for a mediocre 5pk...do I win?? :biggrin:
I've got five Gurkhas with your name on them if you shave your eyebrows. Ten if you just shave one.
Joe, I specifically said 5 mediocre cigars, not 5 dog rockets! :biggrin:
I'll toss in a couple of those Rocky Patels that you love so much to bring the curve up a little. :biggrin:
:bump: :bump:
Donation sent - good luck and thanks for supporting a worthy cause! :thumbsup:
Thank you!
If you are new to this thread, please make sure you read the first page!
QuoteconditionZero - 3/17/2014 12:50 PM Quotenirab - 3/17/2014 11:38 AM QuoteconditionZero - 3/14/2014 5:30 PM Quotenirab - 3/14/2014 4:04 PM I'd shave my eyebrows for a mediocre 5pk...do I win?? :biggrin:
I've got five Gurkhas with your name on them if you shave your eyebrows. Ten if you just shave one.
Joe, I specifically said 5 mediocre cigars, not 5 dog rockets! :biggrin:
I'll toss in a couple of those Rocky Patels that you love so much to bring the curve up a little. :biggrin:
RP's, now that's very thoughtful of you Joe! What an :angel:
That's just how I roll.
Quotebstessl - 3/17/2014 8:18 PM
Thank you!
Oh hell, Brad got a personal "Thank You", we're all f-cked!
:bigthumbs:
QuoteBrlesq - 3/17/2014 9:11 PM
Quotebstessl - 3/17/2014 8:18 PM
Thank you!
Oh hell, Brad got a personal "Thank You", we're all f-cked!
:bigthumbs:
He just had good timing... lol, I was on at the time. I thank all of you!
I participated in St. Baldricks last year. I shaved my head and beard. I looked like I was 18 again. :biggrin:
What's the total, Brian? Have you hit the $1,000 mark?
Quotenwb - 3/18/2014 8:16 AM What's the total, Brian? Have you hit the $1,000 mark?
You can actually track his progress here: http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/693832/2014 (http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/693832/2014)
He's at $871 right now.
A few more modest donations and we could put him over the top.
It's actually at $921, I collected $50 in cash last night! even if everyone who can only donates $2 I will have no problem hotting the mark, thanks to a lot of geeks and friends! I will say that geeks account for more than half of what I have collected! Thank you so much!
Good to see that it's working out, Brian.
QuoteconditionZero - 3/19/2014 9:33 AM
Good to see that it's working out, Brian.
I have you guys to thank for that Joe!
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I'm all set with a friend to dye my hair on wednesday. Just a few more days to try and choose the color. If thats not your goal then even $2.00 adds up quick!
OK everyone, I am at $953 raised so far for fighting childhood cancer! My goal is $1000. If it wasn't for the amazing BOTL's on this forum I would be nowhere near this goal. Thank you to everyone who has donated! If you are interested in donating anything, even $1.00 just follow the link! If you are interested in trying to beat out the top donation so that YOU can choose the color I dye my hair, you have until Tuesday night as I will be "getting my hair did" on wednesday evening. The event I am participating in is on April 6th. This means I will have (hopefully) ridiculously colored hair for 11 days.
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I have officially SURPASSED my goal! That doesn't mean it cant keep growing!
cool! go tri-colored!!!
That's awesome, Brian.
Glad to hear you hit your goal! :thumbsup:
Quotetoby2 - 3/24/2014 7:17 PM
cool! go tri-colored!!!
If there is a tie I will go half and half... lol
Sorry I didn't see this thread the other day before you purchased some cigars off me. Well your cigars are still going out in the mail tomorrow and I took that money and donated it back to your fundraiser. Best of Luck fellow Brian
Your donation was received on March 24, 2014.
Your donation was on behalf of:
Participant: Brian Stessl (P-693832)
Quotebmac7754 - 3/24/2014 10:14 PM
Sorry I didn't see this thread the other day before you purchased some cigars off me. Well your cigars are still going out in the mail tomorrow and I took that money and donated it back to your fundraiser. Best of Luck fellow Brian
Your donation was received on March 24, 2014.
Your donation was on behalf of:
Participant: Brian Stessl (P-693832)
That's awesome!! Thank you!
Glad to see you reached your goal.
Quotebstessl - 3/24/2014 10:58 PM
Quotetoby2 - 3/24/2014 7:17 PM
cool! go tri-colored!!!
If there is a tie I will go half and half... lol
That would be neat!
I'm proud of everybody that accepted my Geek challenge! :bigthumbs: When this is done, don't tell us how much anybody gave because every contribution was important. Just tell us who won!
Sounds good to me, just a fee more hours if you want to try to beat it... But donations are accepted until april 5th!
And we have a WINNER!!! I won't say how much the winning donation was, but Joe (conditionzero), what color am I dyeing my hair?
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 7:14 AM
And we have a WINNER!!! I won't say how much the winning donation was, but Joe (conditionzero), what color am I dyeing my hair?
WTG, Joe! :bigthumbs:
I think Joe prefers Pineapple Yellow, but we'll let him tell you that himself. :biggrin:
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 6:14 AM And we have a WINNER!!! I won't say how much the winning donation was, but Joe (conditionzero), what color am I dyeing my hair?
In honor of LSU Baseball's series victory over Georgia this past weekend, and their upcoming victory over Florida, we'll have to go with purple and gold. If that's too much, I'll settle for purple. But not a cool, manly purple. Rather, the most feminine shade of purple you can find.
Something like this...
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcR-tGslf6TD74FhXhx_G0Si0xO6AAUlpN5yn4fCKhaqGaK3ZHCB)
Ponytail optional.
Congrats Joe!.
QuoteconditionZero - 3/26/2014 7:38 AM
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 6:14 AM And we have a WINNER!!! I won't say how much the winning donation was, but Joe (conditionzero), what color am I dyeing my hair?
In honor of LSU Baseball's series victory over Georgia this past weekend, and their upcoming victory over Florida, we'll have to go with purple and gold. If that's too much, I'll settle for purple. But not a cool, manly purple. Rather, the most feminine shade of purple you can find.
Something like this...
(http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcR-tGslf6TD74FhXhx_G0Si0xO6AAUlpN5yn4fCKhaqGaK3ZHCB)
Ponytail optional.
I will do my best... Ill post some pictures later tonight! As for now, its to sleep... lol
Congratulations Joe!! Way to go!! Can't wait to see purple!!
:bigthumbs: Way to go Joe!!!!
Can't wait to see the hair!!!
Congrats Joe, can't wait to see the dye job
One of the best CG contests...ever! :bigthumbs: :biggrin: :angel:
WTG Joe! This dye job should be EPIC.
Congratulations Joe :party:
Can't wait to see the result :biggrin:
We are going to try to match the color as best as we can. It may not be exact, but I told her "The most feminine Purple" we can manage, and sent her the picture. Meeting up with her around 5ish to get started, I will take pics of the process for your entertainment!
Awesome work guy! Brian I didn't look at this thread until just now, it is still too late to donate? I know the contest is over but are donations still accepted?
Quotecavenbk - 3/26/2014 1:36 PM
Awesome work guy! Brian I didn't look at this thread until just now, it is still too late to donate? I know the contest is over but are donations still accepted?
Yup, the event is april 6th, so anything before then!
she said that to get that color we may have to bleach it twice... So as to get (hopefully) the best results I am bleaching it now myself, and if need be we will bleach it again when I meet up with her tonight. BTW, I have no idea what I'm doing... lol
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 4:17 PM
she said that to get that color we may have to bleach it twice... So as to get (hopefully) the best results I am bleaching it now myself, and if need be we will bleach it again when I meet up with her tonight. BTW, I have no idea what I'm doing... lol
Don't look at that thread I posted for Herfin' Chef the other day or you will end up putting bleach in your eyes.
:lmao: :lmao:
QuoteBrlesq - 3/26/2014 3:19 PM
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 4:17 PM
she said that to get that color we may have to bleach it twice... So as to get (hopefully) the best results I am bleaching it now myself, and if need be we will bleach it again when I meet up with her tonight. BTW, I have no idea what I'm doing... lol
Don't look at that thread I posted for Herfin' Chef the other day or you will end up putting bleach in your eyes.
I will take your word for it... lol
great stuff!
it said I should use a bag... I didn't have any bags, BUT I did have a crock pot liner...
I have heard of bag ladies but,............... :biggrin:
QuoteVroomp - 3/26/2014 3:31 PM
I have heard of bag ladies but,............... :biggrin:
:lmao:
How about a contest this week to choose the color of the beard?
cant do it Joe... That requires bleaching my face... As much as I would love to, thats painful, and kind of dangerous...
first bleaching... Good thing I have a pro doing it later...
Looking good Billy Ray!!
Let the second bleaching commence!
Second bleaching
Purple is going in the hair as we speak... Pics to follow, my phone won't let me add them
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 6:25 PM
Purple is going in the hair as we speak... Pics to follow, my phone won't let me add them
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 6:35 PM
Quotebstessl - 3/26/2014 6:25 PM
Purple is going in the hair as we speak... Pics to follow, my phone won't let me add them
Is still wet so it looks darker, and will fade a bit the next day... so without any further delays...
Looking good buddy
Awesome job Brian!! and for a great cause!!
Fro
Geaux Tigers!
QuoteconditionZero - 3/26/2014 8:30 PM Geaux Tigers!
X2. Calling Baton Rouge!
Love it!......Got any acid?.
Reminds me a bit of the deranged minions on Despicable Me 2.
Well done, brother. You are to be commended. :bigthumbs:
Awesome Job!!!!
I gave money to a scary clown . . . :-(
great!
QuoteMautrak - 3/26/2014 8:41 PM
Reminds me a bit of the deranged minions on Despicable Me 2.
Well done, brother. You are to be commended. :bigthumbs:
Someone actually posted a picture of one on my FB, I lmao...
QuoteBrlesq - 3/26/2014 8:45 PM
I gave money to a scary clown . . . :-(
No, you gave money to kids with cancer to hope they find a cure...
Good job brother! :respekt:
Krusty
Quotebstessl - 3/27/2014 2:29 AM
QuoteBrlesq - 3/26/2014 8:45 PM
I gave money to a scary clown . . . :-(
No, you gave money to kids with cancer to hope they find a cure...
I know. And it is a great cause! But two thumbs up go to you for sacrificing your hair for them. :bigthumbs:
Very nice!
Rock that purple fro bro! :biggrin: :bigthumbs:
QuoteBrlesq - 3/27/2014 6:26 AM
Quotebstessl - 3/27/2014 2:29 AM
QuoteBrlesq - 3/26/2014 8:45 PM
I gave money to a scary clown . . . :-(
No, you gave money to kids with cancer to hope they find a cure...
I know. And it is a great cause! But two thumbs up go to you for sacrificing your hair for them. :bigthumbs:
Im sorry, I just don't want the reason to get lost in mix. I do indeed look like a scary clown though!
That's awesome! Nice cause... :thumbsup:
That is awesome...way to raise some money!
That is great! Kudos to Joe and everyone else who donated. :bigthumbs:
Just a quick update, I am up to $1,228.00 raised! The hair has faded a bit to match a little bit better to Joes choice... lol
Now you're really looking good!! Fantastic cause too!! Thanks for doing this.
Brian, it turns out that your purple hair completely jinxed the Tigers. Please change it back before anymore damage is done.
Sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, whats done is done... lol.
QuoteconditionZero - 3/31/2014 11:46 AM Brian, it turns out that your purple hair completely jinxed the Tigers. Please change it back before anymore damage is done.
You only have yourself to blame Joe. With great power comes great responsibility
QuoteKman - 3/31/2014 1:01 PM
QuoteconditionZero - 3/31/2014 11:46 AM Brian, it turns out that your purple hair completely jinxed the Tigers. Please change it back before anymore damage is done.
You only have yourself to blame Joe. With great power comes great responsibility
:lmao:
That is great! Kudos! :bigthumbs:
I assume it is never too late for a donation
QuoteCfickter - 3/31/2014 6:47 PM
I assume it is never too late for a donation
They are always welcome and very much appreciated!
This is the link to make it easier on anyone.
http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/693832/2014
:bigthumbs: :bigthumbs:
New pictures...
The big event is in about 11 hours! Pictures will be posted! If you want to makea last minute donation before the event please feel free!! Www.stbaldricks.org. search for Brian Stessl.
http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/mypage/693832/2014
last pictures before getting my hair cut
I re-dyed my hair because the original color faded really fast. This is how it turned out. In about 7 hours or so I will be bald in support of all the kids out there fighting cancer. With the help of many of you Geeks, we have raised $1233.00 as of now! I can't thank you all enough!
:bigthumbs:
Well done, Brian.
:crazy: I love the Do!
This is just f%#cking awesome! Great job brother!! :biggrin: :biggrin: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :rocker: :rocker: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer:
Quotenirab - 4/6/2014 11:40 AM
This is just f%#cking awesome! Great job brother!! :biggrin: :biggrin: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :rocker: :rocker: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer: :cheer:
It has been fun, heading out to the event now!
The first after picture.
The event was a blast, and raised an extra $100 to shave the beard!
That's awesome brother! Good on you for doing this!
Heres another photo
Well Done my friend! :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs:
That is awesome!!!
That purple looked good...you should have dyed your beard too ;-)
I would have had to bleach my face... lol. I actually have a couple of small chemical burns on the side of my head...
All the hair is gone!
Quotebstessl - 4/7/2014 6:11 AM
All the hair is gone!
You were right, you do look completely different!
Good job! :bigthumbs:
Nicely done for a great cause
It has been great watching the progression. Thank you, sir, for raising money for a fantastic cause! :bigthumbs:
Thanks for sharing this with us Brian. This was awesome, and fun to watch! :biggrin: :bigthumbs: :bigthumbs:
Well done brother, well done!
Wow. What a difference. Congratulations on supporting a great cause
It was a fun time watching your transformation. The bald head, finally I can relate