So what is Movemeber?

The idea for Movember was sparked in 2003 over a few beers in Melbourne, Australia.  The guys behind it joked about 80s fashion and decided it was time to bring the mustache back.  In order to justify their Mos (Australian slang for mustache), they used their new looks to raise money for prostate cancer research… never dreaming that facial hair would ultimately lead to a global movement that would get men talking about a taboo subject – their health.

A Mo Bro starts Movember – the month formerly known as November – clean shaven, and grows a mustache all month long, garnering support from friends and family in the form of donations.  What’s more, a Mo Bro is a walking billboard for the cause as his new look opens the door for him to talk about cancers affecting men – making the mustache a symbol, much like the pink ribbon is for breast cancer.

Since November 6th I have been going my mo. I have realized along the week that I have tons of facial hair to grow huge sideburns but not that much hair to grow a Mo. I am a trooper though and I am working it until the end of the month.

Spend the word about this great cause and join in. It is not too late! Also let’s hope puberty kicks in soon for me!

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