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Brave the Shave, now all official and open for donations!

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phoenix Thu 26-Jul-18 17:43:51

Hello everyone,

I have now set up my page on bravetheshave.org.uk

No donations showing as yet, but perhaps that's because I have only just started spreading the word grin

If you would like to donate, there are 2 ways, either text SHAVE 16573 to 70550 which will allow you to make a donation of £5, or go to the website and use the "find a shaver" option, when I am not being Phoenix, I pretend to be Rachel Hudson wink

GNHQ, perhaps you would consider pinning this post?

Thank you!

phoenix Tue 31-Jul-18 23:04:29

Many thanks to all who have donated, it really is appreciated smile

I'm a bit embarrassed to mention this, but some GN members on the original thread, did say they would support me, I fully understand if they might have changed their minds, but those members, if it is still on your "to do" list, then PLEASE make a donation, no matter how small, it will be appreciated!

PS It's booked for next Tuesday, I'm starting to get a bit wobbly!

phoenix Tue 31-Jul-18 23:26:42

Many thanks to Shysal for her donation from her book stall, please don't apologise Shysal it's a valued contribution!

shysal Wed 01-Aug-18 10:11:31

Bump

KatyK Wed 01-Aug-18 18:55:21

Donated. Sorry it wasn't more.

mcem Thu 02-Aug-18 08:35:08

3rd attempt but not accepting my details!
I am not laundering a fortune, I promise.
Will keep trying!

mcem Thu 02-Aug-18 08:45:55

Finally managed. Lovely to see so many familiar names.
Aren't you doing well? Still time to achieve your target!!

Willow500 Thu 02-Aug-18 08:47:23

Donated - someone I know is shaving his beard off but think this is much braver!!

phoenix Fri 03-Aug-18 09:23:48

Hello all, some more people to thank!

Aggie, Willow, Mcem, Greyduster, GabriellaG, Annodomini, and someone with the initials MB* (won't put their full real name on here wink

shysal Sat 04-Aug-18 07:23:50

Bump

phoenix Sun 05-Aug-18 14:36:33

Another donation has been made, so thanks to notagran!

The day is approaching fast.........shock

shysal Mon 06-Aug-18 11:11:46

Bump. D-day tomorrow!

shysal Mon 06-Aug-18 18:10:11

Good luck for tomorrow, phoenix! I hope you meet your target with donations on the day. I look forward to seeing the 'after' pic. I also think you should dye the stubble pink.

cavewoman Tue 07-Aug-18 05:53:33

Well today's the day!
Good wishes from someone who was contemplating the big shave but chickened out sad
Looking forward to seeing the new you.

phoenix Tue 07-Aug-18 07:46:25

Good morning everyone!

Yes, today's the day and I'm feeling a bit shock

Another donation has landed, so thank you Riverwalk !

Auntieflo Tue 07-Aug-18 07:50:10

Good luck for today Phoenix. I do hope that all the promised donations come flooding in, soonest.
I am having my hair cut in Thursday, but only a trim smile

Greyduster Tue 07-Aug-18 08:44:03

Courage, Phoenix! It is a far far better thing you do, than you have ever done.......?

Gagagran Tue 07-Aug-18 08:50:17

You will look gorgeous Phoenix - very Jean Seberg. And as I always say to my hairdresser when she has been a bit too enthusiastic with her scissors "Well it will grow again". wink

Willow500 Tue 07-Aug-18 08:53:52

Looking forward to seeing the pictures! Good luck!

Squiffy Tue 07-Aug-18 11:37:56

Good luck today, phoenix! Your inner beauty will outshine any hair shortages smile

Charleygirl Tue 07-Aug-18 11:43:17

Good luck- my donation will be winging its way tomorrow.

Cherrytree59 Tue 07-Aug-18 16:16:00

Good luck Phoenix
I have not forgot will sort tomorrow x

phoenix Wed 08-Aug-18 13:51:35

Well, it was done! I chose not to sit in front of a mirror though! The photo will (hopefully) be uploaded later to my page on the "Brave the Shave" site.

More people to thank, namely Squiffy, Juggernaut, Jane Ainsworth, and someone with the initials L.G?

AND I have beaten my target!

Anyone looking at the page might think that Mr P has been incredibly generous, but he has been pocketing any cash that I have been given wink and paid the money directly via the website, as I was concerned about putting it in an envelope and paying it in via the mobile post office.

Auntieflo Wed 08-Aug-18 15:51:57

Oh, well done Phoenix for beating your target figure. I bet you're chuffed to bits.

Squiffy Wed 08-Aug-18 16:22:11

Well done, phoenix, especially for beating your target! smile

shysal Thu 09-Aug-18 07:04:45

Congratulations, phoenix on your bravery and beating your target. Still waiting for the after photo to appear on the website!