3 Rules for Shave Club

Everyone know that Shaving sucks, but we do it because it helps us seem more civilized and more acceptable to our spouses. However, as I get older, I see less and less sense in a daily ritual in which I scrape the outer layer of skin off my face, so I am going to start to cut myself some slack. Do you want some slack, too?

Then join with me in Shave Club. 

Shave Club is a new club I'm starting for anyone just brave enough to flout social convention while still wanting to remain within the bounds of what is socially acceptable. It is easy to join; all you have to do is follow three simple rules:

First rule of Shave Club - under no circumstances are you to shave until it itches.

Second rule of Shave Club - beards (facial or underarm) are to be worn during any month with an "R" in it.

Third rule of Shave Club - tell no one you are in Shave Club

If anyone can think of any rules that I have forgotten, be sure to let me know - can't guarantee we'll follow them, but it would be nice to hear your thoughts.

Why Robin Williams Did It

Robin Williams decided to take himself out. He made a decision that he simply didn't want to play anymore. He was too weary, too sad, he was alone to his bones, he was anxious, sick of himself and he saw no reason to continue. How do I know? Because I've been there.

Robin Williams with all his money, talent and fame looked to his future and all he could see was a continuing dark cloud; a gathering gloom that would consume all joy and happiness. He knew in his heart that his best years were behind him. His youth had been stolen by the passing of time and his talent had run dry as all finite resources must; these are the lies depression tells you.

It was a practical decision really. Probably one of the most rational decisions he had ever made. Better the silence and nothingness of the grave than the continued anguish and painful existence waiting to die in this meaningless existence. 

Some may think it took a lot of courage to stand up, put that noose around his neck and kick out the chair. For those of us who suffer from depression and have been there and back again, we know it takes just as much courage to get down off of that chair, fight our demons and face the future.