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Live Long and Prosper, And Here's Why
In my experience the concept of and term "compound interest" is used to describe any form of investment or capital placement where the capital gain (be it interest or dividend or other) is reinvested and added to the principal sum/original investment. Investment in equity always carry risk and...- Gecko
- Post #31
- Forum: General Discussion
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Live Long and Prosper, And Here's Why
We've had negative interest rates for a few years here in Sweden (it's back to 0 now this year). The key to, if not necessary to living long, at least to prosper has still been the concept of compound interest, only it should be applied to your investments such as stocks and funds, not to...- Gecko
- Post #27
- Forum: General Discussion
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New Recruit, And How To Start Them Out.
I thought the consensus was to give them a tin of the goopiest aromatic available? ? Gave my brother a Nörding Compass that I no longer smoke, half a jar of Peterson Old Dublin, some pipe cleaners, a czech tool and some basic instructions just yesterday. We'll see if it sticks. I gave another...- Gecko
- Post #8
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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The Future of Tobacco?
Most of the third world +China is already smoking (no new markets available) and awareness and anti smoking propaganda is spreading everywhere so demand can only go down, meaning less production will be called for and weaker market for the producers. Draconian laws and exorbitant taxes will...- Gecko
- Post #4
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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What are You Reading Now?
Two thirds of the way through Lindbergh by A. Scott Berg. Well written and interesting. Gives nuance and depth to the image of Charles Lindbergh.- Gecko
- Post #266
- Forum: General Discussion
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Time to Stop Stalking ....I Mean Lurking
Welcome from Sweden! How long have you been smoking pipes? Growing/planting/preserving edible stuff is so much fun and can be done while smoking a pipe which is nice. This season I've planted blackberry, gooseberry, raspberry, strawberry, currant, rhubarb, apple, pear and cherry among others...- Gecko
- Post #19
- Forum: New Member Introductions
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Pipe Number 2 with Pics.
The pipe looks great! Impressive work! And as I told my wife the other day... Nice rack! ?- Gecko
- Post #2
- Forum: Make Your Own Pipe Project
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Where To Send a Pipe for Stem Work / Replacement Stem?
You've probably already seen it but @georged did a beautiful new stem for BROBS Peterson. Perhaps he can help. https://pipesmagazine.com/forums/threads/brindle-restem-of-peterson-deluxe-20s-system.78354/- Gecko
- Post #2
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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My Seven Year Anniversary.
Congratulations! You are a big part of what makes this a great place and I thoroughly enjoy reading your posts!- Gecko
- Post #5
- Forum: General Discussion
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What Are Some Disqualified Pipe Brands For You?
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The Benefits of Nature and a Comparison to Pipesmoking
Thanks man! Great information, much appreciated!- Gecko
- Post #23
- Forum: General Discussion
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The Benefits of Nature and a Comparison to Pipesmoking
Haha ? I guess I should have seen that coming ? Any place particular in Alaska to check out? I was a bit concerned about schools/hospitals in Alaska and it being a bit to rural, but maybe that's just predjudice on my part. What I know about Alaska I mainly got from reading Michener ?- Gecko
- Post #21
- Forum: General Discussion
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The Benefits of Nature and a Comparison to Pipesmoking
This most excellent thread got met to thinking. If one were live in the USA and wanted rural living with all the qualities discussed in this thread. Close to great nature, mountains, canoing, hiking, cross country skiing (national parks?) The serenity of open views. Perhaps with a few acres of...- Gecko
- Post #19
- Forum: General Discussion
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The Benefits of Nature and a Comparison to Pipesmoking
Yes, I love the outdoors/wilderness and the feeling of serenity and focus it gives you. I agree that the mindfull smoking of a pipe is a lightweight version of the same relaxation. And I would also add working and creating with your hands (when not on any deadline) as an activity that may have...- Gecko
- Post #9
- Forum: General Discussion
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Views from Older Gents on Sex, Love, and Relationships in the 21st Century
Username checks out ?- Gecko
- Post #43
- Forum: General Discussion
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