JayD you have excellent growth for only 2 weeks in. I think you could definitely grow a great beard or whatever style you choose. Allow a few more weeks for slow growing hair to catch up with your other hair and to fill in some of the patchy areas you describe (I didn't see much of the patchy areas you described and remember you are your worst critic). I'm still new to the board, but looking at what others with your style and growth have accomplished you will be very pleased in the coming weeks. Keep growing and in no time you will be bearded.