Movember challenges men to change their appearance and the face of men’s health by growing a moustache. The rules are simple, start Movember 1st clean-shaven and then grow a moustache for the entire month. The moustache becomes the ribbon for men’s health, the means by which awareness and funds are raised for prostate cancer. Much like the commitment to run or walk for charity, the men of Movember commit to growing a moustache for 30 days.
As many men work up the courage to go to the doctor and get their prostate exams, this month many men worked up the courage to grow a mustache. It is an honorable task and I found it quite humourous the conversations that I have had this month about mustaches and mustache care. I want to take the time to give a high five to all the men who ventured to try something new, to look a little silly and to speak out about change. I especially appreciate the guys who have gone out to “exhibit change” this month on their face!
Here is a quote from my wonderful husband, that has made me really love this whole Movember experience.
“So as we come to the end of Movember, I would like to share my experience. As most Asian’s may think that it is unpossible to grow any type of facial hair, I would hope that we all try our best to help to encourage awareness for this great cause! As the month passes by I notice so many awesome ‘staches that makes me think that everyone should try. Even us Asian’s that only are able to grow only a small patch of hair should help with the cause. Prostate cancer affect’s all of us guys so do your duty and grow that facial hair!” ~ Ed
