relbugman wrote:
I had several similar experiences. One I remember was in a restaurant, a little girl (5-ish) said "It's Santa". I stopped, kneeled down and chatted with her for a few seconds, and said I was on vacation, but not to worry, I'd be back to the N Pole in plenty of time for Christmas. They left, and the father came back inside and shook my hand. Good for the heart!
That is one of the dangers of full beards, particularly when the color starts to disappear.