Wednesday, November 25, 2009

No Shave November: VICTORY



AMERICA I HAVE MADE IT. I HAVE REACHED THE ULTIMATE BEARDED SALVATION. AND TO CELEBRATE, I SHAVED IT ALL OFF. YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW NICE IT FEELS. I AM A NEW MAN AFTER TREKKING ON THIS 24 DAY JOURNEY. I HAVE EXPERIENCED A WORLD FEW HAVE SUCCEEDED IN. IT HAS BEEN AN ADVENTUROUS 24 DAYS, AND I AM MORE THAN HAPPY TO HAVE SURVIVED. I WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF MY SUPPORTERS, AS WELL AS MY COMPETITORS FOR A JOB WELL DONE.

FRANCHIZE OUT.
FOR GOOD!

Saturday, November 21, 2009

NO Shave November: Day 16-21

It's Fergie Ferg and me love you long time!
Sorry America, took a little hiatus from the blogging, but my shaving hiatus is not yet over. Today marks my last weekend with this elegant beard, and i have to say, its grown to be a part of me. I'm going to miss people coming up to me saying "franchize, beard is looking good today". I'm a little disappointed in the remaining pilgrims on this voyage to a bearded salvation. Without my man Pauly and Matthew Lawerence McNamara's chin scruff, I would be the sole survivor of this journey. I will keep you posted these last few days, and give you a reflection on my journey when my pilgrimage ends.
With Love,
The Franchize

Monday, November 16, 2009

No Shave November: Day 14/15

Slacking this weekend, sorry America. I'm losing willpower here. No one is really taking this seriously anymore. Every day more people are giving into the devil known as the razor. One month, that's all they were asked for. It's official, we can shave during Thankgiving break. That means i have about 9 days left. I'm gunna man up and finish, but it's not going to be easy. It's beginning to look like i might convert to Islam.

Saturday, November 14, 2009

No Shave November: Day 13

My beard is getting long.
My xbox broke.
Friday the 13th.
Lucky?
We'll see about that.
It seems like all famous people in history have kick ass beards.
Hopefully my blog will go down in history as the greatest beard progression blog ever.
Goodnight America, sleep tight.
Franchize OUT

Friday, November 13, 2009

No Shave November: Day 12


CODE RED! this beard is getting out of control. I'm aware this post is approximately 26 minutes late but i had a lot on my plate today (CODMW2, RSV2, doing RWong). My beard is no match for my willpower. It's like survival of the fittest out here, there are only a few beard troopers, and I'm like motha fucking Charles Darwin. (He had a pretty pimpin' beard might i say). My beard and I are going to be up all night doing some work, so feel free to comment on this glorious beard in progress.

SFOut

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

No Shave November: Day 11

Another classy day in the bearded work world. My spirits have picked up since yesterday after a relaxing night last night and a good amount of sleep. I'M BACK ON MY GAME!. I feel like I'm back on a roll, like Ulysses S. Grant tearing through the South (all thanks to his glorious beard), or like R-Wong tearing through a bag of honey braided twists. Shit is like coke for that kid. Approximately two weeks left, but I'm more worried about the now. I hope i don't have to finish this journey with two less men. (you know who you are). For everyone else, I leave you today with some words of wisdom from my man, Biggie Smalls, "Everything you get you got to work hard for it". Word Biggie~

Franchize OUT

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

No Shave November: Day 10


I woke up this morning a little disheartened. I rolled out of bed late, and had to rush to get ready. I was itchy and my hair was everywhere. I wanted to call it quits then and there. I can't handle the mustache or the uncooperative hair. But then i thought, did Gandhi give up fasting when he was a little hungry? No. (I feel like Gandhi at some points too, being that the only thing i have to eat in my room is raisins and candy canes). Did Gandhi have a mustache? Yes. See the correlation? Today was my first test of dedication, and here I am bearded and ready for day 11. Who do I have to thank for this survival? My girl! You know who you are! Thanks for keeping up with my journey. For all of my other followers, use this as a lesson. Never give up, no matter how hairy the situation may be.

Franchize Out.

Monday, November 9, 2009

No Shave November: Day 9


With my beard growing in in full force I'm starting to look like a white Rasheed Wallace. Unfortunately i didn't play like Rasheed today during our basketball game tonight but that's besides the fact. I'm starting to get accustomed to looking in the mirror and seeing my grizzly self. Tomorrow ima go Vincent Van Gogh the shit out of my art class with this beard. Hope you're having a good week everyone.

THIS ONE'S FOR BOBBY.

SF OUT

Sunday, November 8, 2009

No Shave November: Day 8


Ah, what a glorious weekend with a glorious beard in the making. With it growing fuller I was thinking about picking up a little accent. Maybe a little Sean Connery persona? I think he said it best on celebrity Jeopardy! "Ruff, just the way your mother likes it". Obviously this man knows a thing or two about beards (and a thing or two about women for that matter). Either way I cant go wrong with a little Connery in me. I'm ready to tackle this week with a beard full of wisdom and sexiness. So until tomorrow, I say good day!

Franchize Out.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

No Shave November: Day 7

A week in the bearded world has done nothing but good things for me. I feel more wholesome and in touch with myself and a sense of wisdom has come over me. Not to mention if i keep this up I'm guaranteed a spot on the next addition of Guess Who? I can see it now, "Is your person sexy?" "yes" .. "Does your person have a beard?" "yes" "OMG IT'S STEVIE FRANCHIZE". They are going to have to make more attractive bearded people in the game so its not too easy to single me out. Anyway, I'm having a good time doing this, and if all goes well, maybe you'll see a new blog for Manuary ;] I have confidence in saying that i may be one of the very few that actually survive this journey to the Mecca of beards, which will make my eternal salvation even greater. Keep up the support America.

Franchize OUT

Friday, November 6, 2009

No Shave November: Day 6

By the beard of Zeus, damn I look good! I don't know what the other guys are bitching about, this shit is sick. Tonight is the first test, Friday night test driving the beard. If my beard doesn't lure people in, my pong skills will. I was given words of wisdom in a fortune cookie from a man with one of the most legendary beards in history, Confucius. Confucius says this guy is going to get shit done tonight, and look good doing it.

Tomorrow is one week! what whattttt

Franchize Out

Thursday, November 5, 2009

No Shave November: Day 5

DC chillin~

My name is Steve and I came to get it! A sexy ass beard that is. As you can see, Rwong is less than enthused (in the background) about my beard growing adventure (maybe it has to do with his inability to even imagine having a facial hair), but I'm not disheartened. I'm starting to compare myself to the Brawny man: strong, masculine, rugged, and the uncanny ability to clean up any sort of spill with a few (of Rwong's) paper towels. I think its a good thing honestly. I mean have you seen those Brawny commercials? That guy is definitely getting some stay-at-home mom ass. Anyway, 5 days in and its been a breeze so far; by the looks of it I'll be in good shape come December.

Keep it Fresh

Stevie Franchize

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

No Shave November: Day 4


Today I realized how few of people will actually finish this arduous task. As the plot of No Shave November thickens, so does my scruff. We have lost another (not so) brave soul, while many people have mentioned their lack of determination to go through with the adventure and thus; the group is lacking unity. I don't mind if I have to fly solo; I mean shit if Abraham Lincoln preserved the Union by himself with that luscious beard of his, I can persevere for a month. Don't worry America, this guy is not giving up any time soon.

Stevie Franchize

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

No Shave November: Day 3

Remember Scruff McGruff? Yeah that dog that put out fires and shit. People are going to start calling me that soon enough. Honestly, they should call Scruff McGruff to put me out because I am looking HOT (for now). It's been three days and Kevin has already bitched out and shaved. 1 down, plenty to go. My confidence is at an all time high since i lost the 12 year old boy status. I'm feeling good about this America, keep up the encouragement.

Franchize OUT

Monday, November 2, 2009

No Shave November: Day 2

Daylight Savings Time has also affected my five o'clock shadow, coming in earlier than ever. I'm not worried since a lot of people are telling me i look like their little brother. Give me two weeks and i bet I'll look like their father. Can't wait for the real fun to begin.

No Shave November: Day 1

Fresh and clean~

I'm feeling good, and looking good. Look like a 12 year old but that's besides the point. I think this is going to be a life changing experience.

Sunday, November 1, 2009

No Shave November: An Epic Journey

Today, Sunday November 1st, I, Stevie Franchize, along with a handful of brave Leo men will embark on an epic journey, razor-less. We have chosen to take the ultimate test of valor, one which will include many obstacles (mainly the opposite sex). However, in the end, a triumphant and glorious beard will be the ultimate salvation of this epic journey. The rules are simple, no shaving, face and neck, period. This includes the head, so a fro may be seen in the near future. I will begin this journey clean shaven and post a daily picture to show my progress along with my feelings on my progressing beard. Feel free to leave encouraging messages or hillarious comments on how ridiculous I look.

Thank you in advance,

Stevie Franchize