A fond farewell.

[990rick]

It is with a very real sense of regret that I have had to decide to forego the indisputable pleasures of both the pipe and this fine forum because of my Agent Orange-induced coronary artery disease. I had cut back to one or two bowls a week, but it's hard to maintain such a low level of enjoyment. The temptation to sneak up my smoking and the very real potential for that to aggravate a very serious condition makes it necessary for me to just stop being a pipe smoker. The decision to also stop being a part of this forum is a hard one, but it would just be to vicarious for me to continue perusing these lively and informative discussions. I want to say how very much I have enjoyed myself here and how much I wish things were different. But they're not. So thanks to all who helped me learn to enjoy the pipe. May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. Godspeed and best wishes.

 

[terry]

Wishing you the best 990rick! Take care.

 

[logandow]

I am sorry to hear that. May everything turn out well for you sir!

 

[pstlpkr]

I'm sorry to see you go Rick.

You always add a touch of class to our community.

If you miss us, don't be a stranger.

Drop in, just to say Hi, once in a while.

Please let us know how you are fairing once in a while...

Pipe smoking or no... You are always welcome.
Take care of yourself, my friend.

We'll miss you around here.

L

 

[ejames]

Sorry to hear that Rick. I know it would be very hard to give up my pipe and my online friends! As Lawrence said,check in now and then and let us know how you are doing!

 

[baronsamedi]

What Lawrence said.

 

[nsfisher]

Sorry to see you leave 990rick and I hope your health improves mate. Take care of yourself!

 

[lordnoble]

Rick,

I hope you don't stay away from us for too long, although I understand your reasons if you do. I myself find this site to be very informative but also very tempting in the PAD and TAD departments.
Tonight I'll smoke one for you!
-Jason

 

[jaysin]

Rick, I never had the pleasure to talk with you but want to say take care i wish you the best and thank you for your service.

 

[aussielass]

Hi Rick, 'tis a terrible legacy from a terrible time. I have many Aussie Vietnam Vet friends, and I whisper in their ear every time I see them in the hospital or at the Club, "Thank you for your sacrifice", so I'm saying to you, "Thank you for yours too".

 

[judcole]

Best wishes to you. We are still paying for that folly.

 

[markw4mms]

Sorry to see you go,Rick, We'll all miss you. Best wishes to you, and your's.

 

[colorduke]

Best wishes,and may your health improve.

 

[jameral]

Sorry to see you go, but your health is more important than any hobby. Thank you for your service and take good care of yourself!

 

[cortezattic]

Best wishes Rick. Thank you for your sacrifices for the country, and for sharing your wisdom and opinions here.

Your departure will diminish us and create a void that will never be adequately filled.

 

[ace57]

Rick, sorry to hear that. Nam took away so much and times it just seems like a bad dream and a lot of things can take one back to a bad and sad time.

You take care and know that We are here for You, with that I'll say welcome home My brother and thank You. :worship:

 

[morlader]

Sorry you are going Rick,take care and God Bless.

 

[pipeinhand]

I have lost too many brothers over the years. I missed Nam by a hair, literately weeks, but landed in too many other hell holes to name. Others who weren't there, wherever there was, don't know what we carry inside. I can only say, be happy with now, then is gone, be at peace that YOU did what you had to with a head held high and chin out. The consequences of doing that job affect us now, I know too well but, you did good. I hope, that you live long and be happy in whatever you do from now on. I thank you for your service.

 

[docrx]

Best of luck !

 

[mluyckx]

Rick,

Even though we've never met or talked, thank you for your service. My best wishes, may your health improve and may you have many years to come !

God speed.