As I said, I'm glad to still see many recognizable names among the new ones! It is good to chat with everyone here again.
Since I resumed pipe smoking a few months ago, I really missed sharing my tobacco experiences with others. The smoking itself has always been solitary thing for me, but I always enjoyed chatting about pipes and history and discussing the hunt for fine tobacco blends in my spare time. So, that social component was completely missing when I picked it back up.
Almost no one but another pipe smoker will really appreciate the significance of moments like opening up an aged tin and having that smoke be the best part of your day. Nevermind all the news and knowledge that gets shared between members here. It even helps make up for not having a good old B&M to visit.