I started with cigs, but took up the pipe because it's less expensive, tastes better, smells better, and only leaves ash and smoke when I'm done. Plus my husband likes the smell way more than cigs and he thinks it's hot! :wink:
Just ignore other people. I get weird looks all the time and it doesn't bother me. All you need is a thick skin and to know you look smokin'. Or you could stare back at them and smile real slow and friendly. 8)
Welcome! How I learned was to have a soda with a straw when I was smoking my pipe. Then I tried to mimic the slow soda drinking with the pipe smoking. Hope it helps!
If he can't turn them in and the owners are d***s and won't control thier dogs then I'd catch the dogs and take them in myself. I've had to do it where I live a few times. There's fewer loose dogs here now.
I'm a writer and an artist. I also do hair for a very select few when I have time. It's a great life, but you have to force yourself to take time off once in a while to recharge. I also herd cats.