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  1. profpar

    Blended Scotch Suggestions

    During this year I have become acquainted with the "Water of Life" aka whisk(e)y. I have tried bourbon (Makers Mark and Fireball), Irish whiskey (Tullamore Dew) and now a blended Scotch (Duggans Dew). of these the blended Scotch has the most wonderful flavor. (A single-malt is not in budget)...
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    Vey Frustrated

    Recently, No matter what I do I cannot seem to keep a pipe lit without continuous puffing, and even then it keeps going out. I have tried following different methods of packing, pay attention to how loose or tightly I am packing, try to keep the ember in contact with the tobacco. All...
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    The Grades Are In!

    Submitted grades for my summer classes very early this morning and finally have a little time to relax and recuperate before the Fall. A lot of pipe time to catch up on. For you collegiate folks and fellow academnicians, I wonder whether finals week is harder on the students or faculty. From...
  4. profpar

    Birthday Gift From My Wife

    For my birthday today I just ordered a pipe from FLN pipes. My wife paid for me. Can't wait to receive it Edit: Fixed the pic, L.
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    First Time Grilling

    Finally got around to using my new master forge charcoal grill and chimney starter. Steaks came out way more done than I would have liked, but still tender. I think next time I will heat the grill up much hotter, and cook the steaks for a shorter period of time. Live and learn. Any advice...
  6. profpar

    27 and 26 years ago

    Twenty seven years ago Today I proposed and twenty six years ago today my wife Joan and I were married.
  7. profpar

    Confused about GL Pease Westminster

    Every review I read or played on utube indicated that there was an invitation period where the tobacco was unpleasant but then became wonderful (generally 2nd to 4th bowl). I am on my 3rd bowl and it has yet to be unpleasant. I am enjoying the smoky flavor. Then of course ther have been other...
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    A Fun Car Query

    Which of these two cars would want to own: a Shelby Mustang or a Corvette. While it is doubtful that I will ever be able to afford such a car it's nice to dream. Right now I am leaning towards the former of the two.
  9. profpar

    Lord of the Rings

    Beginning my biannual saga through Middle Earth via the extended DVDs of the trilogy. In my opinion the most profound series of movies ever made.
  10. profpar

    Pipe Grip Ambidextrous (or Lack Therof)?

    I find that gripping my pipe on the right side of my mouth feels normal and comfortable, but gripping it on the left side is akin to writing with my other hand. Wondering if others had a preferred side, or am I unusual in this?
  11. profpar

    Wider or Deeper?

    Just curious. Going from a regular to a larger bowl pipe is it better to have a pipe that is of the same diameter but a deeper bowl, or a pipe that has the same depth as a regular sized pipe but a larger diameter? Why? :?:
  12. profpar

    Pipe Friendly Places in the Big Easy

    I am going to be going to New Orleans to attend a chemistry forum at the end of next month and will be staying in a smoke free hotel so I am inquiring as to whether there are places (B&M's etc) where I could go to enjoy a bowl or two.?
  13. profpar

    College Major?

    I have noticed that a lot of members posting to the forum are college student and was curious as to what your majors (minors) were and what your after school ambitions are. Who knows there may be other members with real world experience in the exact field you are intending, and who might have...