Welcome!

If you have any doubts about whether you can grow a big beard just have a look at the thread below:

http://jefffsbeardboard.yuku.com/topic/33742/Patchy-Beard-success-stories-Before-and-After-photos#.Vd3nWflVjK8

All you need is time and patience.

I have to say, as the father of a daughter, that quote in your tattoo is awesome, and so true!

Cheers!
Tom


Some helpful links:
Library Central of Beard Growing


Taming the Wild Mustache
Tips for eating and drinking with a big mustache

Excess on occasion is exhilarating. It prevents moderation from acquiring the deadening effect of a habit. ~ W. Somerset Maugham
A jerk with a beard is just a bearded jerk, but a bearded gentleman is awesomeness personified. ~ Triibeard