Small world! My Mother's side of the family is from Ipswich. Spent quite a lot of time there when I was young. Still have a few relatives that live in the area.
BoB has become the only pipe forums I regularly read anymore. I find the vibe here is mostly friendly and casual. I like the fact the it is moderated well and hot button topics get sent to the rubber room. It seems more laid back than most forums these days. I guess I need to participate more to...
Love Swiss Army knives. I've been thinking about adding something similar to the collection. I need another pocket knife like I need a hole in the head.
Typically folks bring something to smoke. There used to be samples on offer but that has mostly gone away I believe due to the new FDA rules? Looking forward to this!
It's been a couple of years since I've been to the TAPS show. I'm going to try and make it this year for sure.
Anyone up for an informal get together at the show on Saturday? I'd love to put faces to the names on here and share a bowl you.
Without checking the link, I think the NC state bird is the Northern Cardinal, the amphibian is the Pine Barrens tree frog, and the fish is the Red drum.
Well I guess 2 out of 3 ain't bad. Got the bird and fish right. The Amphibian is the marbled salamander.
Merry Christmas everyone!.
Recently found this audio recording of a book I've read a few times over the years. It's even set on Christmas eve so it's appropriate for the season.
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Thanks to all the Santa's out there for their generosity! it's a joy to participate in this every Christmas. Big thank you to Carlos for organizing the mayhem.
I have to admit I don't want to much for Christmas. Our vehicles are in good shape and the house is ok too. We are in good health and our living older relatives are doing pretty well too. My daughter just started her first full time job after college and it's even in a field that she wants to be...