It all finally came together

After six months, it happened, today was the day, this afternoon at 3pm.
I finished getting the fine tuning done on 4 of my collection last night, today I chose the Taylor's 1000, stropping it pre shave felt a bit different, smoother more flowing if you will, a long hot shower, then I lathered up and looked at four days worth of whiskers in the mirror, and proceeded to have an effortless three pass BBS shave for the first time, everything I have read on this site about patience and perseverance was true, it was though everything 'clicked', wonderful.

I am still smiling

Ohhhhh man, congratulations. THAT....THAT is a nice feeling. Smiling is good!

Great job! I know the feeling of having that "Ah Ha!" moment.

Great for you! I found that the best shaves come when I'm really relaxed and happy. Hope you have many more of those moments.