Tom, I can't imagine that I have what it takes to have a long beard like yours! At the first signs of annoyances it would take no thought what so ever to trim it back! I guess it goes to show you it takes a certain type of person to grow a super long beard and luckily you are that person. There are probably many of us here that " wear your long mane" vicariously through you! Happy Birthday! A martini will be raised to the west this evening in your honor.