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posted: February 04 @ 6:20pm

Two years ago today I caved and shaved.

Only a few weeks into Whiskerino 2007 my wife was diagnosed with cancer. I did my best to stay involved, post pictures and comment but it was honestly pretty difficult. At first, Margaret who can't stand my beard, encouraged me keep at it because she knew how much this silly thing means to me. However, after her first round of chemo, she needed a something to look forward to, so she asked me to shave the beard.

Today, I'm happy to report Margaret is on her way to a full recovery. We are back in Atlanta doing normal things and it's wonderful.

Thank you Whiskerino's for all of your support in 2007 and for generally being awesome.

Matthew_Moore says:: Great story.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:26pm - ∞

mattyc says:: totally awesome
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:29pm - ∞

mattyc says:: also that walpaper is rad.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:29pm - ∞

mattyc says:: I'll count it as stripes.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:29pm - ∞

mattyc says:: Its vertical stripes of Radness.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:30pm - ∞

Philly says:: Awesome, good to know things are getting better.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:33pm - ∞

Mat Wiseman says:: What a lovely couple.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:34pm - ∞

Gavin says:: i've was just thinking about this the other night after i posted next to you. i remember when you shaved and I'm really happy you are bearded and Margaret is doing well.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:35pm - ∞

jnonfiction says:: I've been waiting for the happy ending of this story, literally for two years. So glad.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:35pm - ∞

jmathiasxiii says:: praise!
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:45pm - ∞

KC says:: Awesome, awesome stuff, man! Thanks for sharing that!
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:46pm - ∞

emsiizilla says:: Congratulations!
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:47pm - ∞

julialikesbeards says:: She's adorable, you're adorable, beard's adorable. Amen.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 6:48pm - ∞

mackle says:: This is fantastic to hear! Whiskerino loves you both and we're incredibly happy to hear that Margaret is well on her way.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 7:02pm - ∞

damnweather says:: i was wondering about this. really great to see you both are doing so well.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 7:04pm - ∞

hale. says:: indeed a lovely couple. mason, i love you, and i'm so happy to hear that margaret is making a full recovery. and i would like to actually meet her in person at some point.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 7:09pm - ∞

Pip says:: Great story. Glad everyone's well; and glad you're sticking around this time.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 7:30pm - ∞

yourfavorite says:: Definitely a beautiful story. I'm so glad that she is doing well and I'm really glad to have you as a friend and co-worker. With that said, I must also say that it wasn't until today that I realized how much bigger your head looks these days. The beard has added an unimaginable amount of girth to that head of yours. (not sure if it was clear, but that was a compliment)
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 7:44pm - ∞

brandon says:: I love that you guys are doing so grand.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 7:48pm - ∞

Welfare Fun says:: i dig it that you broke your personal best. keep it going, that thing is going to be immense. heck, it already is.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 8:17pm - ∞

Poe says:: Margaret says thank you... and so do I.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 8:43pm - ∞

Scrivener says:: I love you guys. We need to hang out more.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 8:44pm - ∞

Grower&Shower says:: I'm a sucker for a happy ending. This is truly beautiful. Thank you for the update.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 9:50pm - ∞

herr neas says:: hey margaret! wanna go get indian food?
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 10:12pm - ∞

zackle says:: Uplifting. Thank you, sir.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 10:38pm - ∞

zackle says:: You're a champion. Margaret is a super champion.
Posted: Feb 4th, 2010 - 10:39pm - ∞

ThatGuy says:: Wow, man. I had no idea what you guys have been through. I'm glad everything is going so well. And really happy to have crossed virtual paths with you.
Posted: Feb 5th, 2010 - 9:31am - ∞

c dub says:: Marzipan is AWESOME! Let's get some dinners : )
Posted: Feb 5th, 2010 - 9:49am - ∞

Andrew says:: this is great to hear. no one should ever have to go through that
Posted: Feb 5th, 2010 - 1:17pm - ∞

wondermade says:: I'm very glad her recovery is so far down the road. You made a brilliant decision (twice, really) last Whiskerino and I'm thankful your life this time doesn't compel such sacrifice (or present the need).
Posted: Feb 5th, 2010 - 8:37pm - ∞