I was out for the month of November for Hernia repair. I grew a Goatee and the wife was quite fond of it. She was mad that I had to shave it off and she thinks it's a foolish rule. I have to admit I looked pretty menacing!
after 15 years you can wear it another 15 years and after that you can wear it another 15 ad nauseum. just passing on info smartass didn't know you had appointed yourself to the editorial board. i'll be sure to dig up my old comp style books to keep you happy