SOTD by u/Absenth

u/Absenth posted on 2023-08-24 05:15:04-07:00 (Pacific Standard Time). Reddit Comment (See markdown)

2023-08-24 - Day Twentyfour

  • Prep: Hot Shower
  • Razor: Weck Sextoblade
  • Blade: Kismet (24) under a microscope at 23 shaves
  • Brush: Omega Pro48
  • Lather: Barrister and Mann - War
  • Aftershave: Lucky Tiger Splash
  • Balm: Nivea Cooling Balm

Austere August:

Dear u/PrideTwo

Today, the routine of this #WAR felt strangely swift, as if the familiar dance with the razor and soap was executed with newfound efficiency. On the twenty-fourth day, as I faced the mirror, I found myself immersed in a seamless rhythm, a quick and effective two-pass open blade shave that unfolded in record time.

The razor, my unwavering companion, met my skin with practiced precision. The scent of the soap, that lingering aroma of #WAR, seemed almost fleeting today, overshadowed by the speed at which the routine was executed. In mere minutes, the task was completed, leaving behind a close shave and a surprising absence of irritation.

In this swift encounter with the routine, I found a glimpse of the mastery that has evolved over these twenty-four days. It's a testament to the resilience and adaptability that this #WAR has fostered within me, a reflection of the progress made on this journey.

As the twenty-fourth day comes to a close, I carry with me a sense of accomplishment, a reminder that even in the repetition, there's room for growth and improvement. Tomorrow, I'll face the battlefield once more, armed with the knowledge that each day brings a chance to refine my skills, to embrace the routine with newfound efficiency. Until then, my journal, I'll continue to navigate this path with a sense of purpose and the satisfaction of progress made. Onward, through the swift and steady cadence of this enduring challenge.

This SOTD is part of the challenge
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