Kashmir, I enjoy this thread.
I picked up the pipe after 20 years of marriage. Since my wife and daughter are both asthmatic, I had no idea if this would work. Initially I asked about room note, but the answer came back that it didn't matter, "get in the shower and wash the clothes." Yes, smoking in the garage can be chilly. But the love of a wonderful woman far exceeds the downsides.
On the flip side, I put up with her quilting and fabric addiction.