Waxing question

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Ok, this isn't directly related to my vag, but it's the same ballpark, I like to think. It's horribly embarrasing. Years ago--when I was in high school, probably 5 or 6 years at least--my mom stupidly told me if my peach fuzz on my chin and upper lip bothered me, to just shave it. I'd already tried waxing and I stopped just cos I couldn't afford it anymore. So when it grew back, she said to shave it.
I did.
Now I have to shave at least once every day, more if I want to make out with my boyfriend. He found out about it, though, and said I should just let it grow, that I could bleach or wax it once it's a normal length. He said it's just the stubbly feeling that bothers him, that if I let it grow back to normal it wouldn't even be noticeable probably.
But I've been letting it grow since Wednesday morning, and it feels disgusting. It's sickening. I am dying to shave it just to be smooth for at least a few hours. He says to keep letting it grow, that soon it won't be stubbly, just like long hairs anyone would have on their face. But I don't know.
I guess what I'm asking is when it'll be long enough to wax. I once tried abstaining from shaving before, and tried to get waxed on like the 4th day, and no hairs came out. The woman said to wait for at least 10 days of growth. I don't know if I can stand this feeling that long! Plus, I have work next week, and I am afraid customers will be able to see the stubble. I can see it in the mirror if I look close.
I've googled, and it said most waxing, you should have hair at least 1/4 an inch long. I don't know how long that is though..how many days does that translate to? How do you all take care of your face hair?
Thanks :(