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    Default Morning or Evening Shaves, Preference?

    Last evening, whilst in the midst of shaving, it occurred to me that I enjoy shaving more at night (8ish) on the work days. I rise around 4:30 am and shave before heading in to work and it never seems to be as satisfying. It seems rushed and utilitarian during the mornings, even though I allot enough time for a proper two pass shave.
    Where as in the evening, there is something about setting out the straight, filling the scuttle with hot water, prepping the brush for lather, getting that lather just right, etc. Even the lather seems to smell more fragrant. My technique seems to be better also. Nothing beats getting a three pass shave, a few swipes of the alum block, applying a soothing aftershave lotion/balm/liquid and then catching a quiet sit, relishing a spot of bourbon (Elmer T. Lee).
    While sitting with a drink in hand, I like to reflect a little on how shaving with a straight razor, and everything that goes with it, has brought a tad bit more enjoyment to life and how I wish more people could experience it. It's a time I look forward to every evening, a bit of therapy if ya will.
    Just wondering if anyone one else out there has a preference? Till next time then, taker easy Y'all.
    "I can resist everything but temptation."
    Oscar Wilde

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