You look in the mirror and notice something untamed, something that can gives you the characteristics of a Neanderthal. You run your fingers through the tangled brunette shrubbery that lies upon your face. You smile and embrace the mass amount of facial hair that has accumulated on you face. It is that time of the year yet again. Time for every boy, man, and old dude to grow out there beards and show there true wild side.

No-Shave November is a unique way to raise awareness for cancer. Since many cancer patients and survivors lose their hair, we decide to grow out our beards and embraced them, allowing our beards to get all crazy and wicked.

Dale Gaskins, MHS sophomore, said he grows out his side burns and allows them to become a part of his overall appearance. He struts through the hallways and shows off his glorious chops for every one of his classmates to see and appreciate.

Other students such as Derek Gaskins and Dalton Russo, both MHS seniors, said that their beards are blonde, which means when it grows out, it can’t be seen to the naked eye. Nonetheless, they represent No-Shave November as enthusiastically as every male with visible facial hair.

Brittney Lawson, MHS senior, obviously doesn’t take part in the beard festivities, but her opinion on this event matters, too, especially since she has to put up with seeing it every day. “Its fine,” she said. “After all, my boyfriend does it every year.” She said supporting her boyfriend’s choice of growing out his beard and representing the cancer patients who can’t is her way of showing her support.

The men who take part and the women who support No-Shave November might be having fun with the cause, but their gestures are a way to show support for the brave souls battling the deadly disease of cancer. Bravo for the beard.