The Mill Jan. 26, 2012; He'll never read this, so there is little concern about any backlash from the young man who is my primary banker for this little business of mine. He's in his early 30's, is certainly smart enough, seems to shower regularly, holds a steady job, has a very good sense of humor and smiles a lot and while not Cary Grant, he's not a gargoyle, either. But, he's not connecting with the women he's interested in. It's not a unique scenario among young, working adults. I have observed it enough times that I think I might have come up with a word of advice for all the young people in this predicament, and the advice can certainly be extended down to those in college and high school who don't feel "popular" and are not participating in that aspect of social interaction. My advice is...wait. Anyone could give that crumby advice. My approach would be to wait, yes, but don't wait passively. What I mean is, wait until the first wave of divorces among the popular and physically attractive people are finalized. Then move into high gear and strike, although that doesn't mean be overly aggressive. Just assertive. So many of those now dissolving marriages are based on young lust and in a short while, the participants realize that they are simply not cut out to live with one another. It dawns on them, hopefully, that there are other qualities they appreciate more than the superficialities they first focused on. It is then that the person who was ignored as not being cool can shine and be appreciated and, most certainly, loved for who (whom?) they are. The message is that the single person should not despair. Their worth will be recognized and solid relationships will ensue...more solid and satisfying than if they had been lucky when younger and gotten into a relationship based on flimsier qualities. Nothing here is all that revelatory, but that doesn't mean I can't polish up this concept, stretch it out to last for about an hour and a half, with a 15-20 min. intermission, and take it out on the lecture circuit for about 15 grand a crack. Or am I destined to finish up my days sitting here and peddling pipes? It's all in the hands of my agent now. I'll keep you posted.
Marty P.S. Just posted are an unsmoked 1987 Castello Collection on the Italian page, a couple of new Paul Perri pipes on the U.S. page, and a couple of new Tom Eltang pipes on the Danish page. Added tonight are two nice used meerschaums on the Misc. page, a Sherlock Holmes by Peterson, and another Paul Perri gem.
No longer new news, but still relevant is that the pipe company run by Jay Jones and his wife, Louise, is going to continue despite the sudden and untimely death of Jay in November. I received the following e- mail from Louise a week or so ago and simply it didn't occur to me that I could post that info immediately on this site. Sometimes ideas take a while to germinate in my bean. 30 years is not untypical.
Dear Fellow Pipe Smokers, “Another day in Paradise” is how we started each new day. On November 16, 2011 Jay Jones ascended to a Paradise like no other. With serene grace and dignity Jay died peacefully in the comfort of his home, embraced in love and devotion. Truly a reflection of all he believed in. Jay also believed in Hermit Tobacco Works Company. Together, with a simple pipe originally owned by Captain Earle, Jay and I envisioned and built our company over the years. Attending pipe shows, designing our website, and blending some of the finest tobacco blends ever. Jay was a Master of them all. We would end each day with “Live life to the fullest” and this is what I wish to share with you all. Hermit Tobacco will continue to be part of the Briar Brotherhood. To honor our gentle art of smoking, to appreciate all the uniqueness we have as pipe smokers and to relish each moment we have with our pipes, our tobacco and our friends. Thank you all for your kind words and sincere condolences. Thank you for your continued support of Hermit Tobacco Works Company.
Sincerely, Louise Pavonetti Jones
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