Why?

[LeafErikson]

Wait, why does Warren hate apple pies? Does he hate America? JK

I just don't respond to some threads... except this one, when my contribution is absolutely of no help.

Little did he know, his single response proved to be a seminal moment in annals of human history. A beacon of light for weary travelers in an endless night. The ripple effects of cosmic's response were felt for generations to come, bringing with it a flourishing intellectual renaissance, the end of world hunger, and a more prosperous future for all of humanity.

 

[anotherbob]

I think there is a good chance people move to alaska to avoid being asked questions. And as long as the question isn't where were you on the night of ....

 

[anotherbob]

Little did he know, his single response proved to be a seminal moment in annals of human history. A beacon of light for weary travelers in an endless night. The ripple effects of cosmic's response were felt for generations to come, bringing with it a flourishing intellectual renaissance, the end of world hunger, and a more prosperous future for all of humanity.

and that is why he will speak in grunts and hand waves from here on out. 0

 

[brian64]

I'm disappointed it took till page 3 for Gloria Steinem to come up.

 

[Winnipeger]

Its a forum. People ask and answer because its there. The chicken crossing the road etc…

It has more to do with biding our time on this side of the road, than getting to the other.

 

[LeafErikson]

and that is why he will speak in grunts and hand waves from here on out. 0

And the witness' account read thus:

"He majestically gesticulated, pipe in his mouth, indicating one could only surmise, the shimmering resplendence he had inspired in the world. His grunts thus inspired future generations to carry out his lofty ambitions for the benefit of all humanity."

 

[HeavyLeadBelly]

Fully realizing accepted behaviors change over time and, I now feel properly "left behind" by the new, ever changing standards. I will hold to mine but, at the same time, try to refrain from holding others to those standards. It's a battle older generations never win anyway.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

There's another side to this. This is a website. It survives on traffic. I sometimes get slightly irritated when I see a "if you could only choose one blend" thread that pops up for what seems like the one thousandth time. However, without threads and conversations, the site ceases to exist. If someone asked Warren if he prefers sex with a penquin or a wolverine, that may be pushing the too personal envelope. On the other hand, he may wish to brag about his wolverine conquests. Who knows. It's the internet, get over it.

 

[warren]

Dude, why are you here on a forum about pipe smoking if you dont want to discuss pipe smoking? If your discussing any interest, cars, boats, cooking, the basic question is, so when did you get into X?

Not sure where you discovered in my posts that I do not wish to discuss smoking, be it pipe, cigars, etc.

I have answered quote cited above, hundreds of times here, literally ... hundreds of times. Once again, the civility of the members ... most of the time. The humor, knowledge base, the, in my opinion, proper level of mod supervision, and so forth. But, mostly for the humor and entertainment value.

The future is ... well now it's behind us. No wait! Crap, too late. It's actually just, only just, ahead of us, momentarily then, for a mere moment in time, it's now and then it's the past. Well, unless it's the distant future, like tomorrow or, next year. But, it certainly isn't the now we live in. Crap this is getting waaaay too metaphysical.

 

[LeafErikson]

If someone asked Warren if he prefers sex with a penquin or a wolverine, that may be pushing the too personal envelope.

Warren looks like such a badass in his profile picture that he probably wrestled a wolverine before killing it with his bare hands for lunch.

 

[sablebrush52]

Not trying to start a quickly closed thread. Nor should specific members feel the need to defend themselves.

I'm trying to figure out why rude and impertinent questions are asked about other peoples' personal habits. Why is it important to know when others started smoking. Or, how long they have smoked? And so forth. I fully understand the interest in what others smoke. Also, favorite blends and such. But, why do some people have such curiosity about other peoples' habits with regard to simply smoking.

understand asking others how they handle the weather if they enjoy, or are relegated to smoking out of doors. Or, what they find so charming about a cob? I even accept the old "Show us your ???" Even though their Petersons, Dunhills or, other brands look just like the other members pipes of the same brand/catalog number. That's just seeking validation or, perhaps envy. Even though palates vary individually I can accept a bewildered noob asking what others smoke or, what tobacco won't "burn" the tongue. Asking how others load or, clench? Reasonable questions all.

No, the correct response to my question would be: If you are uncomfortable answering ... don't. Very true. But, sometimes common decency wins out over my reticence and I feel the need the answer simply to be polite. I readily admit that I sometimes do not play well with others. My wife often made that observation. I should simply ignore rude or insolent questions. That would be the proper reaction I admit. But ... well ... curiosity has gotten the best of me.

And, before someone points this out, I repeat I am not asking a specific member to defend themselves/ I simply wonder at the why of such intrusive questioning by total strangers or, at best, acquaintances. I'm discounting those of you who, in fact have met and are friends in the true sense of the word.

Well considered responses only please. I ask that fully realizing such will not be generally forthcoming.

Addendum: Mostly, not all, written tongue in cheek.

Addendum: To simplify the above, does curiosity trump good manners?

Maybe I'm more laid back, but I don't find questions about how long one as been smoking a pipe, how often, what one prefers to smoke, favorite shapes or brands, or any of that personal in an invasive way.

The "show off your" threads offer a point of commonality for enthusiasts, as far as I'm concerned, and while I only occasionally look at them, my interest in the broader topic of British pipe making gets addressed by some of the entries. Though it's true that many pipes look pretty much alike there are always fascinating, for me, exceptions. Also, I really enjoy seeing pipes from the Edwardian era that have some really nice bling.

I haven't shown my cellar, except in jest, as I don't personally see the value of it. But others do, and if it offers them some pleasure to show their cellars, why not.

I also don't show my collection of pipes except on the occasion that a particular pipe relates to a specific thread topic. I've shown maybe 8 to 10 of them. Again, if others get pleasure from sharing their acquisitions, why not. If someone has a specific request regarding something Barling related I'll respond, and occasionally respond with other pipe makes where I have some useful data to share. I don't see that as invasively personal.

If some members use these threads for some sort of dick wagging validation, I don't care. It wouldn't be particularly unique behavior, and I'm not susceptible to pipe envy.

 

[anotherbob]

And the witness' account read thus:

"He majestically gesticulated, pipe in his mouth, indicating one could only surmise, the shimmering resplendence he had inspired in the world. His grunts thus inspired future generations to carry out his lofty ambitions for the benefit of all humanity."

I knew someday he'd be a hermit. Of course that's my long term plan too.

 

[Sobrbiker]

Yep

 

[Piping Abe]

Not sure where you discovered in my posts that I do not wish to discuss smoking, be it pipe, cigars, etc.

I have answered quote cited above, hundreds of times here, literally ... hundreds of times. Once again, the civility of the members ... most of the time. The humor, knowledge base, the, in my opinion, proper level of mod supervision, and so forth. But, mostly for the humor and entertainment value.

The future is ... well now it's behind us. No wait! Crap, too late. It's actually just, only just, ahead of us, momentarily then, for a mere moment in time, it's now and then it's the past. Well, unless it's the distant future, like tomorrow or, next year. But, it certainly isn't the now we live in. Crap this is getting waaaay too metaphysical.

The mods can decide to keep open or close threads. If a question has been asked before, they can simply merge it with the old thread or direct the person there. It would have all the old responses from members. Then new people can add to it.

 

[shanez]

I'm confused.

Is this thread about why people ask questions or why people ask rude questions?

 

[HawkeyeLinus]

I'm confused.

Is this thread about why people ask questions or why people ask rude questions?

Why the hell are you asking?

 

[HawkeyeLinus]

If someone asked Warren if he prefers sex with a penquin or a wolverine, that may be pushing the too personal envelope. On the other hand, he may wish to brag about his wolverine conquests. Who knows. It's the internet, get over it.

It's only pushing the envelope if he's done them, so to speak - hopefully he keeps that envelope licked and sealed (oops, not intending to add more to the wonderful menagerie that is Alaska after midnight - make that licked and closed).

 

[ashdigger]

Easy questions. Nothing more. Simple answers. Nothing more.

 

[Tbaggins]

Never mind he explicitly stated as much and that he wasn't intending judgement or demonization.

Talk about rude behavior, that's one I find rude, when people make presumptions or respond

Presumptuous indeed. Couldn’t have been related to a certain thread yesterday where we received such colorful responses. Responses even above and beyond the so called intrusive questions of how long have you smoked? What made you choose pipe smoking? But hey where can I contact you for a cherry pie?

 

[bullet08]

Com 'on! I thought we were all friends!!!