Today (November 1, 2022), we start "Movember," an annual, month-long event when men around the world grow moustaches throughout the month of November to raise awareness of and to raise funds to combat cancers that afflict men (prostate, testicular, penile); men's suicide prevention; and men's overall physical and mental health. Massive amounts of money are raised worldwide every year through fundraisers, with the United States, Canada, Australia, and India typically raising the most money. European countries also do well with raising funds.
I am shaving off my beard (and moustache) around noon.
I have participated every November for many decades, so I am certainly looking forward to growing my "stash" in an effort to strengthen us males and maybe influence governments around the world to pay at least a little attention to men's health.
Of course, the name "Movember" is a combination of "moustache" and "November." Men start clean shaven on November 1 (every year) and grow their "stashes" throughout this month, so if you notice more guys with moustaches in your travels, that's why. There is also something called "No-Shave November," when men don't shave at all during this month, so you may see more beards than usual, too. Many women also don't shave during November in support of us guys. (no joke)
Also, remember that International Men's Day is on November 19 (every year).
For more information, here is the link to one of the many Movember websites.
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