You willing to give a shot at what you look like without the beard?
Not for another 40 pounds at least
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My 6-year old recently took me aside to tell me her plan of a surprise birthday party for her mom. Her plan was solid (invite all the family and 4 balloons as decorations), but when I asked about how she was going to organize it she told me she’s only 6 so that part is on me. At the time I didn’t really see how to find the time, but I figured out an option later on and I managed to contact all my wife’s friends and family, most of whom have rsvp-ed. Crucially, not only my wife has no idea, but neither has my kid, because there’s no way she would manage to keep it a secret.
The whole thing is hilarious to me because my wife knows about the conversation our kid had with me about the party, we had a good laugh about it, but has no idea it’s actually going to happen. At the same time my kid has completely forgotten about it, but I’m 100% sure once I tell her an hour before (when we go party shopping instead of our regular bouldering session) she’s going to completely lose it, and later soak up all the praise from everyone for a surprise well executed. I can’t wait.
Also if I remember correctly my wife hates surprise parties, so I’m gonna claim I’m just the hired help.
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Sounds awesome. Hope it goes off without a hitch.
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With inflation that’s crazy. Guess that is why I never really had a computer at home till the early 90s.
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https://marylandmatters.org/2026/07/02/earth-funeral-human-composting-maryland/
Let’s turn Grampa into mulch.
Going bald was definitely the right call, looks good. Re: dating, probably depends on your local population density but I’m guessing dating apps will be your best bet. I met my wife on Hinge and know quite a few others who did the same.
Well you married her, that’s the important thing 
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See what I mean about letting the error through now?
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Woops
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I look similar to you but no glasses. The bald+beard is a good look, approved by many women. I’m doing OK on dating apps. Get 5-6 good pictures of your new look out doing fun stuff, with friends, borrow a dog if you don’t have one, get dressed up in a suit and go out somewhere or just stand next to a tree and pretend it’s an outdoor wedding venue, etc. Add some social hobbies, try some different gyms, run clubs, stuff where you can get to know people over multiple weeks, and be friendly with everyone. Married women, men, whatever. Everyone you meet will probably know 1-2 single women who may be interested.
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Thought of exactly this lol
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you might be surprised at how many women look at a freshly divorced man. being with someone that is a positive in your 40’s.
i wasn’t ready to settle down right away, but a lot of them were
Lol, yeah, that is about number 804748583 on my list right now.
I just want to meet some people who are pleasant and I can be friends with and maybe kiss a little.
Man, I miss kissing
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Thanks, ive been trying to find some way to get pictures without anyone knowing im separated. We havent decided to tell the kids or my parents yet so Im in a predicament. I might get my kids to get a few of me as a “Lets get photo proof of my transformation” angle
that’s awesome. i’m rooting for you
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Plus, shares are up a staggering 100% for the year.
I’ve gone my whole life never hearing or reading the word “tchotchkes” until now.
I think we need to talk about your flair.
Brian, for example, has thirty-seven pieces of flair.
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