No, Sorry, Not Dead Yet. However... :)

[anotherbob]

[sticking head up out of hole] Is that stinking groundhog gone yet?

Short version -- I have returned, sort of. Slightly longer version -- The world of cardiac problems has had its way with me, I'm afraid. -grin- Not completely but badly enough. Unfortunately I've had to give up the pipe for the sake of my heart. I'll still be here, but not as all over the place like I was.

Thankfully, I've gone from not being able to breathe consistently without being afraid of passing out; from a number of major drug changes, making new friends with new doctors, to significant lifestyle changes, to both cardiac wellness *&* cardiac *failure* clinics, to being actually able to breathe again if I'm careful. God having a true sense of humor, I have at least 7-8 mail packages that remain unopened because they have pipes in them that I'll now never smoke. But I'm alive, & I'm happy about that.

Maybe again some day when my heart is better. In the meantime, you're not done with me, sorry. Many thanks in advance for all those who I know will genuinely be happy about that, & especially those whose sense of humor is as evil as my own.

Bill

glad you're still able to have a sense of humor. Once that's gone what's the point?

 

[BarrelProof]

That sucks, Bill, but glad to hear you’re doing better and planning to stick around.

 

[mikethompson]

Bill, I've said this to you before in private but I will now say it in public.

Are you sure you won't go?

just kidding buddy, I'm glad to hear your sticking around in the forum!

 

[brian64]

Sorry to hear it Bill...but good to know you're experiencing some improvement. May that continue...and I'm really glad you're finally seeing someone other than that quack "doctor" on the Frigate.

 

[olkofri]

*Olkofri pulls out a gigantic trout and lumbers over towards @brian64

 

[JimInks]

Keep working to stay healthy. My best wishes to you!

 

[olkofri]

Well, @bnichols23, you can always redirect those unopened parcels to my postal code.... what? They're 'estates'?? Never mind.

Godspeed on the recovery.

 

[cosmicfolklore]

You're still alive? Well shit! Ha ha! We should all stop obsessing over death. I mean, it's not like it's going to happen to us in our lifetime.

 

[mau1]

Bill, I'm very sorry to hear about your health challenges and I wish you only the best. Your sense of humor and positive attitude has made this community a better place and I'm glad you will be sticking around and razzing all those who hit your radar. Take care, my friend.

Mau

 

[buckaroo]

Glad to see you back. Sorry to hear you have to hang up the pipe for awhile. Hopefully just awhile!

 

[gamzultovah]

Bill! I was wondering where you were. Good to hear that you’re well and that you’re making the right decisions for your health. Stay strong, my friend.

 

[mso489]

Just because you aren't in the piping game doesn't mean you can't coach the rest of us. Mind your health and keep us posted.

 

[dcon]

Glad you are doing better Bill. You are wise for doing what is best to keep you breathing. I hope you are able to stick around here for the entertainment, unless it is too difficult for you. All the best!

 

[sablebrush52]

[sticking head up out of hole] Is that stinking groundhog gone yet?

Short version -- I have returned, sort of. Slightly longer version -- The world of cardiac problems has had its way with me, I'm afraid. -grin- Not completely but badly enough. Unfortunately I've had to give up the pipe for the sake of my heart. I'll still be here, but not as all over the place like I was.

Thankfully, I've gone from not being able to breathe consistently without being afraid of passing out; from a number of major drug changes, making new friends with new doctors, to significant lifestyle changes, to both cardiac wellness *&* cardiac *failure* clinics, to being actually able to breathe again if I'm careful. God having a true sense of humor, I have at least 7-8 mail packages that remain unopened because they have pipes in them that I'll now never smoke. But I'm alive, & I'm happy about that.

Maybe again some day when my heart is better. In the meantime, you're not done with me, sorry. Many thanks in advance for all those who I know will genuinely be happy about that, & especially those whose sense of humor is as evil as my own.

Bill

Hi Bill,

I'm happy that you're on the mend and that you've decided to stay on here. I always enjoy you contributions. Take care of yourself. Pipes aren't important in the wide scheme of things.

J

 

[BROBS]

Bill,
They can’t get ya that easy!
But definitely glad to see you’re ok and doing whatever it takes.
stay strong man!

 

[cosmicfolklore]

Well crap, all of you guys are all being so nice and encouraging... I guess I'll throw some kind words at ya too. Be well. Recover. Stay alive. I miss you. And, you don't stink nearly as bad as Sablebrush says you do.

 

[Akousticplyr]

Glad to hear you're ok and on the right path for good health.
In fact, to help you in this regard and remove all temptation, just go ahead and send me all those unopened packages. Glad to be of assistance.

Seriously- just take it a day at a time and be well!!

 

[scloyd]

Bill, sorry to hear about your health issues. I hope that tin of "William's Delight" I sent you didn't play a role in your illness. ?

Wishing you the very best. Please do stick around and continue to post.

 

[OzPiper]

Same sentiments already voiced by many.
Hope you get well enough to enjoy a bowl from time to time.
But more importantly, glad you're still around on the Forums to share your views, wit and wisdom.

 

[danimalia]

Glad you're hanging around. I've always enjoyed your posts and sense of humor. Take care of that ol' corazon. I've heard it's pretty important