Images From My Mirror
It can be scary looking in the mirror31 total reviews
Comment from irishauthorme
Neat! Remember all those 'shave and leave it,' years, and had similar experiences with the formidable safety razor.
Yeah, it's a mystery, we lose the hair on top of our head but the sides still grow firm. Eyebrows? Bushy eagle's nests. And do not understand the ear hair that serves absolutely no purpose. Just comes with age.
See some older ladies with facial hair, they should either do the 'Nair' thing or shave.
Thanks for sharing!
irish
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Neat! Remember all those 'shave and leave it,' years, and had similar experiences with the formidable safety razor.
Yeah, it's a mystery, we lose the hair on top of our head but the sides still grow firm. Eyebrows? Bushy eagle's nests. And do not understand the ear hair that serves absolutely no purpose. Just comes with age.
See some older ladies with facial hair, they should either do the 'Nair' thing or shave.
Thanks for sharing!
irish
Comment Written 12-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hello Irish,
Thanks for the great review and comments. I sometimes wonder if it wouldn't have been safer for all of us boys to have learned how to shave with a strait razor. The safety razors weren't very safe in my opinion. I had an art teacher in high school that used to make us teen age boys jealous because she had to shave frequently to keep from growing a beard. She was kind of gross.
Blessings
Tom
Comment from Cristine22
Haha! Yes, I thing God probably does laugh at us quite frequently (in an affectionate way). I liked the safety razor warning, and the picture you chose is perfect. And yeah, how DOES hair grow from ears?
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Haha! Yes, I thing God probably does laugh at us quite frequently (in an affectionate way). I liked the safety razor warning, and the picture you chose is perfect. And yeah, how DOES hair grow from ears?
Comment Written 12-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hello Cristine,
Thanks so much for reviewing this work and the comments. Heaven must look down and wonder what the heck we're thinking sometimes. Who needs TV when you have the whole human race to watch? I guess I should be glad that hair grows from ears, it helps to keep barbers employed.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment from royowen
I remember someone once said, that, "as one grows older, one loses hair from where they want, and gain it in places they don't." I must admit I never had a problem with "ear hair" before, but the lady that cuts my wife's hair and mine, keeps sticking some "gnat-like" thing in my ears, and trims my eye brows,, growing old isn't a picnic. Beautifully written Tom, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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I remember someone once said, that, "as one grows older, one loses hair from where they want, and gain it in places they don't." I must admit I never had a problem with "ear hair" before, but the lady that cuts my wife's hair and mine, keeps sticking some "gnat-like" thing in my ears, and trims my eye brows,, growing old isn't a picnic. Beautifully written Tom, blessings Roy
Comment Written 12-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Ha, ha, ha, Roy, you're right, getting old isn't a picnic, unless you compare it to one set up on an ant hill. I see you have a full beard, so shaving isn't an issue for you. It looks good too. I grew one this year when I was down fishing. I never did master the art of eating without dropping food into it. Thanks for the great review and comments.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
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Bless you
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello Tom.
This is very funny and entertaining, which is important. It is also very well written which means it's a pleasure to read. Telling stories to hold people's attention is a hard thing to do. When you do it with discipline, correct grammar, and good descriptions, it's easy and enjoyable to read.
this one is very easy to read. Great job.
Robert
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hello Tom.
This is very funny and entertaining, which is important. It is also very well written which means it's a pleasure to read. Telling stories to hold people's attention is a hard thing to do. When you do it with discipline, correct grammar, and good descriptions, it's easy and enjoyable to read.
this one is very easy to read. Great job.
Robert
Comment Written 12-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hi Robert,
Thanks so much for the great review and kind words. I'm so pleased that you were entertained and found it easy to read as well. I like to tell stories. When one looks back on their lives, it's amazing how much material there is to draw from. Being on F/S has been helpful- getting feedback and grammar corrections. Plus the added benefit of reading so many good pieces from other artists. I appreciate the positive comments my friend.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
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You're welcome, Tom.
Comment from Ethan Vandervelden
This was great! It gave me a good chuckle as I read and I found myself stroking my own unkempt facial hair unconsciously as I read.
I particularly thought the below lines were clever and deserved recognition:
"For one thing, my eyebrows resembled a pair of hedgehogs." -- Excellent description and makes the reader imagine two miniature animals just, hanging out on the author face.
"The hairs should serve like antennas, or, at night, keep out the noise from the traffic so I can sleep." -- Just a hilarious concept with good imagination!
Also the bit about women growing chest hair made me laugh out loud- it is well worded and makes the mind stir.
Thank you for sharing I see nothing that should be changed, very well done!
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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This was great! It gave me a good chuckle as I read and I found myself stroking my own unkempt facial hair unconsciously as I read.
I particularly thought the below lines were clever and deserved recognition:
"For one thing, my eyebrows resembled a pair of hedgehogs." -- Excellent description and makes the reader imagine two miniature animals just, hanging out on the author face.
"The hairs should serve like antennas, or, at night, keep out the noise from the traffic so I can sleep." -- Just a hilarious concept with good imagination!
Also the bit about women growing chest hair made me laugh out loud- it is well worded and makes the mind stir.
Thank you for sharing I see nothing that should be changed, very well done!
Comment Written 12-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Thanks so much Ethan for your wonderful review and comments. I was hoping to get a few laughs from the readers, and it's gratifying to see that I accomplished my goal. I didn't mention nose hairs, but they too can be a nuisance and a source of embarrassment.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment from Wendy G
Love your story! Such a fun read, especially the bit about nearly getting whiplash. We girls were the same - desperate to shave our legs and underarms - but once started the process had to be continued for the next sixty years! Yes ear and nose hair is quite gross - but there are special weapons for those too .... Just saying!
Wendy
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Love your story! Such a fun read, especially the bit about nearly getting whiplash. We girls were the same - desperate to shave our legs and underarms - but once started the process had to be continued for the next sixty years! Yes ear and nose hair is quite gross - but there are special weapons for those too .... Just saying!
Wendy
Comment Written 12-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hello Wendy,
I guess I never really thought that girls were in a rush to grow up as well. I just assumed that us boys had the market when it came to shallow thoughts. I was at a barber shop once when a fellow mentioned that after he got his nose hair trimmed, his granddaughter didn't recognize him. She was always looking up. I hope I never let it go so long. Thanks so much for the kind review and funny comments.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
Comment from giraffmang
Hi there,
This is a nice little piece. The writing is easily accessible and readable, good tone, conversational-like.
I borrowed Dad's safety razor, which really seems to be a misnomer. - isn't that the truth, mind you, I managed to cut myself with an electric razor. I've given up now and have a mountain-man beard, much easier.
with this mideivel torture device. - medieval.
All the best
GMG
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hi there,
This is a nice little piece. The writing is easily accessible and readable, good tone, conversational-like.
I borrowed Dad's safety razor, which really seems to be a misnomer. - isn't that the truth, mind you, I managed to cut myself with an electric razor. I've given up now and have a mountain-man beard, much easier.
with this mideivel torture device. - medieval.
All the best
GMG
Comment Written 12-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hello GMG-
I'm still laughing about the comment about cutting yourself with the electric razor! That's too much. You must have the same kind of luck that I have. What a hoot! Thanks so much for sharing and for the fine review. I appreciate the correction as well.
Blessings
tom
Comment from Lana Marie
I am not a man so I'm not sure quite what to think of this lol. But I think it's funny because I remember being in school and boys would talk about their ability to grow hair on their face. I was amused and entertained by your hair rant.
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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I am not a man so I'm not sure quite what to think of this lol. But I think it's funny because I remember being in school and boys would talk about their ability to grow hair on their face. I was amused and entertained by your hair rant.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2022
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Hello Lana,
Thanks so much for the fine review and comments. It's a vanity thing I suppose. We were all in such a hurry to grow up and prove that we were men. Obviously the bar was set pretty low. If chest hair were the standard for manhood, I'm afraid I'd still be considered a boy, and I'm almost seventy. Oh well.
Hope you have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment from damommy
Oh, my, you are suffering like me the ravages of time and gravity. I finally learned to accept that woman in my mirror, but I don't like her. You are very amusing, and I enjoy your wit very much. Looking forward to reading more like this.
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2022
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Oh, my, you are suffering like me the ravages of time and gravity. I finally learned to accept that woman in my mirror, but I don't like her. You are very amusing, and I enjoy your wit very much. Looking forward to reading more like this.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2022
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Thanks so much for your kind review and words Yvonne. Years ago I had a friend who had the most fantastic sense of humor, and I guess I've always gravitated to humor as a way of offsetting unpleasant situations. I appreciate you gal.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
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I had a friend who is no long on FS and we were constantly bantering back and forth. I loved it. I guess I have a weird sense of humor, and I have to be careful that no one will understand. I miss the banter. Never worry about your sense of humor with me. Bring it on, my friend. lol
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So glad to hear that Yvonne. My best friend when I was a teen could make me laugh constantly. He passed away years ago in an accident, and I still miss him. Humor is a blessing to help us through the hard times I think, and sometimes just because. I appreciate you Yvonne.
Blessings
Tom
Comment from Mary Shifman
This post gave me a good laugh. I especially liked the line about the "whiplash injury." I think a lot of us have that "morning mirror" complex. I looked in the mirror one day and realized that it could be my grandmother looking back at me! Well done.
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reply by the author on 11-Jan-2022
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This post gave me a good laugh. I especially liked the line about the "whiplash injury." I think a lot of us have that "morning mirror" complex. I looked in the mirror one day and realized that it could be my grandmother looking back at me! Well done.
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Comment Written 11-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2022
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Thanks so much for your kind words and review Mary. I understand how you feel. I don't resemble my dad or my grandfather, but it still is a bit of a shock to see a stranger looking back at me in the morning. I guess if we were too good looking as we aged, we'd be competing with the young people, and I don't have the energy.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
