A Piper's Request for Help; Now, Thanks

[MaukaMan]

Ive kept going back and forth between being prideful and not asking, or suffering without but I've been in a bad situation lately and would kindly like to ask you all here for some help if it is within your ability.

I am from Lahaina Hawaii and recently suffered a very traumatic wild fire. My family lost our home, and all of our possessions. We had just enough time to grab a baby bag, and our documents before the fire took everything. We are all safe, thank god but left to figure out how to put our lives back together now. Money is tight and I feel ashamed to even be asking but does anyone have a couple tins and a pipe they could spare? I find myself very lost without familiar comforts. A pipe at the end of the day was my sanctuary, a place to unwind, think things through, relax. Maybe it's just because of how stressed I've been but I miss that part of my old life. To make matters more complicated Hawaii recently banned online tobacco sales. I had a good collection of briars and a cellar of at least 6 years of tobacco, all of which is now gone and with Hawaii's laws I am unable to purchase more. My financial priorities right now are for our 1 yr old and our baby boy on the way. But if anyone has an old cob or briar kicking around that they don't use, or a spare tin, I would really appreciate it.

Thanks, Erik

 

[Chasing Embers]

Does Hawaii's ban on online sales prohibit receiving tobacco in the mail?

 

[MaukaMan]

From what I've gathered, it is sales. Gifts excluded.

 

[Chasing Embers]

From what I've gathered, it is sales. Gifts excluded.

Any particular tobaccos you like?

 

[MaukaMan]

To give you an idea, my favorite was gl pease gaslight. I also enjoyed quiet nights, night cap, mm965, HH odf, HH bold Kentucky, Orlik Gs, Escudo. Just not a big fan of aromatics.

 

[Chasing Embers]

To give you an idea, my favorite was gl pease gaslight. I also enjoyed quiet nights, night cap, mm965, HH odf, HH bold Kentucky, Orlik Gs, Escudo. Just not a big fan of aromatics.

I won't be able to get into town until the middle of next week but PM me your name and address and I'll get some goodies out to you then.

 

[MaukaMan]

I really appreciate that. Means a lot right now.

 

[Chasing Embers]

I really appreciate that. Means a lot right now.

Glad to help my friend.

 

[coys]

DM me your address, friend

 

[jaingorenard]

Yep, PM me your address and what tobaccos and pipe styles you like. Really sorry to hear what you've been going through. Take care of yourself.

 

[Trainpipeman]

I am sorry to hear of your situation, and am glad that you, and your family, are o.k..

PM me with your info. I think that I can come up with something.

 

[blackpowderpiper]

Please DM me your info as well. I believe I have some blends you would enjoy.

After suffering through the hardships you have endured, a man could use the comforts of a good pipe full of tobacco.

 

[ssjones]

I sent you a PM. Your situation seems horrific.
It seems very chaotic in Maui, from the news. Is the USPS mail reliable?

 

[Auxsender]

Ive kept going back and forth between being prideful and not asking, or suffering without but I've been in a bad situation lately and would kindly like to ask you all here for some help if it is within your ability.

I am from Lahaina Hawaii and recently suffered a very traumatic wild fire. My family lost our home, and all of our possessions. We had just enough time to grab a baby bag, and our documents before the fire took everything. We are all safe, thank god but left to figure out how to put our lives back together now. Money is tight and I feel ashamed to even be asking but does anyone have a couple tins and a pipe they could spare? I find myself very lost without familiar comforts. A pipe at the end of the day was my sanctuary, a place to unwind, think things through, relax. Maybe it's just because of how stressed I've been but I miss that part of my old life. To make matters more complicated Hawaii recently banned online tobacco sales. I had a good collection of briars and a cellar of at least 6 years of tobacco, all of which is now gone and with Hawaii's laws I am unable to purchase more. My financial priorities right now are for our 1 yr old and our baby boy on the way. But if anyone has an old cob or briar kicking around that they don't use, or a spare tin, I would really appreciate it.

Thanks, Erik

No shame in this at all. We all know what happened. I can only imagine how sideways it is for you and your family right now.

 

[bluegrassbrian]

OP, I don't think it's unreasonable to suspect you will be swimming in pipes and tobacco very soon - hope they can offer you some temporary deliverance in this traumatic and devastating time.

I know situations like this can feel insurmountable, but it will pass.

 

[vosBghos]

Maybe throw out some Pipe Brands, shapes, and finishes you like. We all have more than enough, especially for those who have lost so much. There is no shame in asking for help from your community. I'm glad you and your family are safe. Stay strong.

 

[seanv]

What a great group of people. Helping someone out in their time of need is something we should all do when able.

 

[telescopes]

Happy to help. I have some nice briars in need of a good home as well as some tins that would enjoy being smoked. Please PM me.

 

[MaukaMan]

I'm blown away by the generosity and kindness from everyone here. The amount of support everyone has been showing is truly heartwarming. Thank you all for your help through these challenging times.

 

[blackpowderpiper]

I'm blown away by the generosity and kindness from everyone here. The amount of support everyone has been showing is truly heartwarming. Thank you all for your help through these challenging times.

Keep your head up MaukaMan. You're going through a very difficult time but things will get better. In the meantime, the members of this forum will make sure you have something to smoke.