73 Thank-yous SRP

I was left alone with Marlow yesterday afternoon while my wife went to her first yoga class since the birth. We shared some laughs, Marlow and I, and I got to give him the bottle for the first time in a few weeks as well. Changing diapers is nothing new to me (I was on that duty for a whole week before Mom did at all) and once that was done, I strapped Little Man into the carrier and out we set to pick up Validator from yoga, nice and early too so I could get a café Americano from the coffee shop. All we've had in the house since Val got pregnant is decaf and whenever I drink a cup it's just a tease and I can't relax until I sip one with caffeine. I'd made a nice breakfast of French toast with fresh strawberries and the wife wanted coffee so decaf she got and I got the itch for a real one. So, nice and early I set out remembering, for the first time in days, to check the mailbox on the way out. That's when I found it.

Inside was a George Wolstenholm & Sons 5/8 round point Canuck razor. The one pictured below. JMS grabbed the blade from Tanamack, Kenrup readied it for Kyle76 to adorn with beautiful ebony inlayed zebrawood stating Marlow's initials and birth date on opposing scales. The brass spacer even has XXVIII engraved into the end. Stunning. I shaved with it this morning and it is just great and so wonderful to have a razor which means something so special. Richardhead and the rest of you who had a hand in it, I thank-you every day that Morlow lives. That's 73 so far and counting. You guys are the greatest. Apparently, this whole thing happened right under my nose and I didn't even pick up on it (yeah, I found the link). Well done gang.

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Oddly, I haven't given much thought to whether Marlow will grow to shave with a straight razor like his Papa until now, but it would be so wonderful if he did decide to join our ranks because I would love to pass this one down to him. I'm so honoured to be a part of this site. Evidence yet again that this is the most gentlemanly site in virtual space.

Peace and Love be upon you all,

X

Enjoy in good health my man!!

That is a fantastic gesture from a bunch of fantastic guys. Great job guys and enjoy the razor xman. Congrats on Marlow too.

Wow that's awesome! Way to go Marlow!

Outstanding :D

Gentlemen, that was a VERY nice gesture :tu

That was a nice gesture indeed.
If your son takes up straight shaving he is more than welcome on SRP.
Are there any threads you need cleaned up before your son sees them? :D

That razor looks great. Kenrup, JMS and Kyle76 are all gentlemen who donated their time and effort with joy.

In case it's not included, here is a picture of the engraving:

VERY thoughtful yous guys! What a great thing to have.

Jordan

One day young Marlow will ask you to teach him to shave and I think it would be great if his first shave was with this beautiful razor. Then he passes it down to his son. A great family heirloom.

Awesome. Best of luck to you and your family.

Heh, I remember seeing some of the planning stages, but had no idea you were completely unaware. I'm happy to see it had the impact they intended and wholeheartedly agree about the quality members that abound here. Here's to 36,500+ more thanks!

That's awesome that you have such great friends here. Congrats "Dad".

Very nice of you, guys!!!

Xman, I haven't been here much lately and am just now catching up to this thread, thanks to richardhead. I'm glad you like the razor. It was a fun project to work on, and I hope it, like Marlow, will bring you joy for years to come. Best regards and congratulations.