In the couple of years since I first acquired my 'tache, people who know me will be aware I've grown rather attached to it. What with it also being rather attached to me, the idea of removing it from my face feels somewhat sacrilegious. With that in mind, since I can't really join in Movember in the traditional way, I will instead be shaving OFF my mo for 'NoMovember' (came up with that all by myself).

I've decided to do this in aid of the fantastic charity London Friend, the UK’s oldest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans charity. They provide incredibly valuable and necessary health and mental health support to the LGBTQ+ community in and around London.

They offer counselling and support around issues such as same-sex relationships, sexual and gender identity and promoting personal growth and self-confidence. They're also home to Antidote, the UK's only LGBTQ+ drug and alcohol service.

Having been affected by mental health issues myself, this cause is extremely close to my heart. The provision of this kind of quality support is so important.

I would really appreciate if you could give as generously as you can afford - any amount helps. 

It's going to be a long, cold November for my upper lip.

Thank you! x

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