@Lakeface: The current plan is trimmed and conservative. I'll put on enough length to get the coloration then leave it there.  At least that's today's plan. From past experience I know that my own plans change, so nothing is set in stone.  I think the likelihood of handlebars this time is very very low. Sigh.

@Tom72: I never left the board, but was around only as a lurker.  Thomas, it it good to be back in the growth mode on this board.  I can't say my wife is thrilled. In fact, it's probably safe to say it is the opposite. But I think she's ok with the plan if I have to have a beard.