The Journal
Reflections, rituals and quiet notes on living well.
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Aging Gracefully
We all got accustomed to having big barbecues in the summertime, inviting friends and family over, going to a state fair, or even heading to the church potluck with our loved ones. We play music, we dance, and we even...
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Growing up, my mom always told me I "traveled light." Literally, it meant I didn't carry much luggage. I could pack a bag in ten minutes...
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Every empire starts behind closed doors. When I look around this room, I don't just see walls I see the blueprints of a legacy. This sanctuary...
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Have you ever walked into a classic neighborhood bar? For generations, it wasn't just a place to grab a drink and socialize. It was a sanctuary...
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The shelf is full of inexpensive beard products promising the same results as premium ones for a fraction of the price. It is a tempting proposition,...
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Behind every grooming product lies a philosophy, whether spoken or not. For some it is speed and low cost. For others it is appearance above all....
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A well built grooming kit is one of the quiet pleasures of a bearded life. It does not need to be large or expensive, only thoughtfully...
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One of the most common complaints among bearded men is not about length or patchiness, but about texture. A coarse, wiry beard can feel rough to...
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Good beard care does not begin and end with what you apply on the outside. A truly healthy beard is also grown from within, shaped by...
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Deciding to grow a beard after years of being clean shaven is a small adventure. The journey has its awkward moments, but knowing what to expect...
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How a man begins his morning has a way of shaping everything that follows. Among the small rituals that start the day well, few are as...
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Growing a beard raises a question that sounds simple but rarely is: how long should it be? The right length is not the same for every...
