old timers would go to the barber shop to catch up on town gossip, sneak a look at the playboys, chat up old friends. Things are too rushed now, but there is something delicious about taking a good 5-10 minutes to take down a proper shave, even if it's at home. Hot water, moist towel, good quality soap, a sharp safety razor (or if you are bold, a straight razor) and a soothing after-shave balm. It's the third element of a proper sh*, shower, and shave. Good way to start the day.