What to do on a winter's day + 2 YABO's and a Nellie sighting

Who wants to shovel wet, heavy snow when it's still coming down fast, furious and heavy? I've got a better idea.

[@Mastiffpiper]

Gary glad everything turned out well health wise nice tour of the man cave nice brewing equipment

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for dropping by and your kind words, they are very much appreciated. Yeah, the Subterranean Lodge is my home, within my home. 😀

[@SleepyPiperTodd]

Glad that your health scare turned out good. Like that Stanwell pipe. Talented dog:)

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for dropping by and the kind words, much appreciated Todd. Stanwell's are my favorite production made pipes. Nellie loves her treats.

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Tod

[@paulgilson2011]

Praise God.... that's some awesome news ❤❤❤❤ you have to be extatic and relieved at the same time. I'm 59 , so you have 10 years on me and I've had those heart tests because of my birth fathers heart condition wich lead to his death at only 54 in 1998. I am clean, clear and healthy. Thank God I've taken after my Mom's side of the family as far as heart health ❤❤❤❤

[@oldandintheway1955]

I'm glad that you've been tested and found to be in good health. We don't get to choose our genes, we've got to make the most of the time we're given here. Thanks for stopping by Paul, much appreciated.

[@crazy-legged-piper]

Hi Gary. Glad to hear you got good results on the scans. What a great little spot you have there. It reminds me of how a lot of the pubs used to be here up until about 20 years ago.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Jamie, much appreciated. My subterranean lodge is my little home, within my home. I'm also a home brewer who happens to really enjoy proper cask conditioned ales. I've had the good fortune to visit the UK on several occasions and I always bring back as much of Ol' Blighty with me as I can 😉. My wife and I were in York last September and had some fantastic Timothy Taylor "Landlord" ales at the Blue Bell Tavern. Thanks for stopping by it gave me the opportunity to check out your channel and subscribe.

[@crazy-legged-piper]

Landlord is a good pint. Thanks for subscribing.@@oldandintheway1955

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Hey 😊

[@Pipemonkey]

Hi Gary, I’m so glad your heath is ok and you can continue to enjoy your pipe.🙏 Awesome yabo’s buddy wow, enjoy pal. Great to see the pooch, she’s looking well bless her 😉👍🤝

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Gary mate, I am so grateful for the good news. The thought of saying farewell to my pipes and tobacco was depressing. I'm thankful to be able to hang around with you guys. 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@marclawson3853]

Thank goodness. Good to hear everything turned out well Gary. I hope I never have to make the decision to quit this hobby that makes me so happy. Cheers buddy.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Marc, much appreciated. It was a long month and a half wait I can tell you. I'm so thankful to be able to continue this wonderful hobby. Take care my friend.

[@edwardhobbs5741]

Thank you Gary,it was my pleasure 😊. You got some nice gifts from Ethan! I enjoyed the tour of your man cave, and Nellie can catch like a pro. I happy everything turned out well,and you have a blessed week my friend 😊

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks again for the fantastic baccy's, Edward, very much appreciated. Stay warm and keep yer baccy dry.

[@s.m.r.1202]

Gary, my Bro! Its very good to see you again. Health scare indeed. I would have been a mess for sure. Im very happy and relieved that its smooth sailing from here on. 2023 was a terrible year for piping for me. I didnt smoke near as much as the previous years. Im hoping 2024 is better for me. I loved seeing the downstairs. Very cool hangs. I would have never put you at 69. You seem more like 59. Nellie is a cutie and a great catcher of treats. Give here a couple pets for me. All the best in 2024, my friend! P.s. i suck at darts 😂

[@oldandintheway1955]

I kinda went underground for a while there; feeling sorry for myself I reckon. We're not promised anything in this life; we must cherish what time we have and make the most of it. I'm so grateful for my friends and family. My YTPC family means so much to me. I want to hang with you guys for another 20 years or so!! 😉 I hope 2024 proves to be a better piping year for you my friend. Piping brings me so much joy and has a real calming effect on me. The thought of having to give it up was very depressing. Nellie says howdy. We all suck at darts until we've downed a couple of bevies; then we tend to improve dramatically 😁. All the very best to you and Jeanne in 2024, much happiness and good health! Sublime piping!

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Hi 👋

[@Gspitaletti]

U must feel relieved Gary. Well I Shaw tost tonight for your good health well done Take care Giulliano

[@oldandintheway1955]

Many thanks my friend, much appreciated. I hope that 2024 brings you and yours much happiness and excellent health.

[@PipeAndAPour]

Good to see you again Gary! And very glad to hear the good news about your health! The heart health remains my top concern where my pipe smoking is involved. Good to see your pup in action too!

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you so much. It was a scary wait and it gave me much to ponder. I'm very grateful that I wasn't obliged to give up this lovely hobby of ours. Mental health is important to our quality of life as well. 😊 I'm glad I had the scans, it's better to know where you stand and deal with it. Serene smokes!

[@PipeSippingMason]

Love the silence that pressure systems like this create as it snows ❤️. Cheers and Happy Sipping, Z~

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for watching and dropping by, much appreciated. The stillness in the air during a heavy snowfall enhances the beauty of the snow

[@PipeSippingMason]

@@oldandintheway1955 oh my gosh for sure. I do miss my dense New England forest 🌳 heavy with fresh snow and the deafening silence ❤️❤️❤️.

[@sharilewis4533]

Wow thank you for sharing your beautiful home. Everything looks so nice

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@backcountrypipe]

Glad to hear that your health scare was nothing serious. Great basement area. Enjoyed the chat, for some reason I am subscribed but don’t receive notification of any videos in my feed. Regards Mark

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks for dropping by and your kind words Mark. The subterranean lounge is, my home within my home. 😉 YT definitely drops the ball on video notifications and maintaining subscribers sometimes. Perhaps a re-click on the bell icon will correct the notifications issue. Stay warm, sublime piping, Gary

[@NorthwoodsAmerican]

So great to see you, Gary, and even better to hear the good news! You had me worried there for you. I love your man cave, I played several years on a steal tip dart league so that’s right up my ally😉 Nice gifts from two fine gentleman. What a great catcher Nellie is, boy she has quick reflexes! Hope you had a blessed Christmas and a wonderful 2024 ahead! Your friend, Lance

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Lance, I appreciate you dropping by and your kind words. I've never played super serious darts in a league (that sounds like fun), just games with friends. I'd have 3 to 5 friends over for a evening of darts and beers. Haven't done that since COVID. Both Ethan and Edward are kind and generous gents. Nellie loves catching treats and has gotten quite good at it. She says hey, by the way. All the VERY BEST for 2024 brother, good health and much happiness!

[@PilgrimPiper]

So happy to have you back Gary. I loved the look around. Reminds me of the folks we stayed with in Chicago when my Cajun band made a trip up there. Peaceful days to you

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks for dropping by and the kind words Pat, they are much appreciated. This old Chicago style bungalow was built in 1896. She's an oldy but a goodie. Sublime piping my friend.

[@brianquilty687]

My dear friend, so glad to hear your health is ok. Give our best to Rita. Funny to see you throwing darts. My wife and I played recreational darts for many years. If fact, that is where I meet Linda. Nellie is so cute and talented. And .... after eluding the monster for 3 years we both had covid the first week of November. Since then I have noticed I still have a congested chest and shortness of breath. Has not effected my palette. Stay warm, happy and content. Cheers, your friend Brian.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Brian, I truly appreciate the kind words and of course your friendship. Rita says hello and wishes you and Linda all the very best. I used to have darts tournaments here, with friends, before Covid, I certainly miss those wonderful evenings. My daughter and I play when she and my son-in-law visit. She's very competitive. Man, you guys did very well to avoid the monster for that long. I hope you both return to robust health with no lasting side affects. I'm happy that your palette was not adversely affected as that is a common side affect. More snow here Friday, followed by plunging temps next week. I'm sure it's nothing in comparison to what you guys have to deal with. We can't complain, it's been a moderate winter, thus far. All the best to you and Linda my dear friend, I hope that 2024 brings you much happiness and good health. Love yas brother.

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Brian

[@portlandpipesmoker8497]

Greetings my friend! Looks like a great place to spend a snowy day....with a pipe. So glad to hear your second CTscan came back normal....such good news! Great blends from some good friend...always makes relaxing with a pipe better. Take care and be well! Corey

[@oldandintheway1955]

Hiyas Corey my friend, thanks for dropping by and your kind words, they are much appreciated. My subterranean lodge, is my little home, within my home. I'm grateful for the good news and so relieved that I can continue to enjoy the company of my dear ol pipes. They do bring me joy and contentment. I hope that 2024 brings you much happiness and robust health.

[@thedreadtyger]

i thank God for your good news. waiting for results, especially that sort of result, is horrible. yet it makes the good news even sweeter.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Richard, the initial test result was a bit of a shocker for me. I certainly used that time between tests to reflect, ponder and eventually regroup. Priorities have a way of changing when you are faced with issues related to health and longevity. I believe that I am a better person for it after all. Yes, it was such sweet news to hear and a great way to kick off 2024.

[@pipeonthemountain]

Great news about yourhealth Gary! Very cool place you have there. Looking forward to more videos in the new year. Take care. Don

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for the kind words and for stopping by Don, much appreciated. Here's to a happy and healthy 2024.

[@LesRickfordMedia]

Happy to hear of your health news. You'll Never Walk Alone

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Les, much appreciated. Serene smokes

[@RedcoatsReturn]

Wow! 😲😲😲 Your English pub in your cellar…a wonderful Subterran Lodge 😲😲😲😲😄👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Thats brilliant! My dear Gary…I’m glad your all brain scans were all good….I did the same thing 3 months ago…the same good result. As we age…things change…but….I guess…its the normal bodily changes of time 😄 So I glad you still smoke a pipe 😄😊👍👍 Lovely gifts your received too 😊😊 Enjoy your smokes in your lovely Stawberry Fields Subterran Lodge 😄 😉💨💨💨a lovely doggy you have too 😄

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Lester. The Subterranean Lodge is my little home, within my home. In the end, I'm glad I had the CT and US scans done; the results were eventually good, after a scary interlude that made me adjust certain priorities. I'm grateful that I can continue my longstanding friendship with my pipes and the YTPC! Nellie says hey. Did you happen to notice the lovely Mullingar pocket watch in the video still image? Thanks again for the recommendation.

[@SmokingCardboard]

Great to hear Gary, and nice YABO’s

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Steve, here's to a very happy and healthy 2024 for you and the family.

[@yusufsayed1583]

Good Morning 😊 The snow looks beautiful 👍🏼Awesome place you have👌🏽 Enjoy your pour 🥃 Shu thats scary 😮 Glad you are ok 🙏🏽 Nice pipe and good tobacco 👏🏼 Ethan and Mr Hobbs are awesome guys and so are you 🤗 Nice bags and tin of bacci 😋 Frog Morton , People dont just give that away 😉 Beautiful Doggy 🐕Have a great day & Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Yusuf, Yes, the snow is beautiful, until you have to shovel it 😉 A tasty pipe, keen darts and a delicious pint on a snowy day, can't beat it. I'm loving the Frog, what lovely tobacco. Nellie says howdy

[@SoCal-Piper]

Blessed be the name of the Lord!!!! 🙌 Gary! I am so happy the learn that you've been given a clean bill of health! I simply cannot believe that you are 69 years old. You don't look a day over 50! Great genes, brother! Now that the Lord has seen you through your difficult season, I pray that this new season of your life be full of spiritual blessings and many, many more gifts! God bless you, dear brother!!! 🙏

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you brother; I am so very thankful for the results. I am reminded that we are not promised anything in this life, that we should appreciate and make the most of the time granted to us. I am so very thankful for all of my friends and loved ones, this community of truly wonderful pipers, whose fellowship and love I do so cherish. I wish you and yours a Happy and Healthy 2024.

[@PiperX1X]

Wow great Yabo’s, looking at the weather with you what better way to enjoy those tobacco than a warm fire and your favourite pipe. It’s cold with us in North Yorkshire 🇬🇧 and it’s got to get colder over the weekend with snow possibly on Tuesday. Take care and stay warm and what a cool dog.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Cheers Jonathan, I just found your channel and subscribed to yas. My wife and I made our first tour of Northern England, just last September. We stayed in Shrewsbury, York, Keswick and Edinburgh. What lovely scenery we saw, we loved it and plan to return. I especially enjoyed our time in York, what a beautiful city Thanks for stopping by, much appreciated. We got 4" more today with 3" more coming down tonight, followed by temps below zero starting Sunday. Winter is here! Serene smokes Gary

[@oldmanthingspipes]

Great seeing you me ol Gary!! I love your spot and love seeing one of my favorite bitters, Tetley’s. Great gifts and good seeing Nellie. So glad you are ok. Your friend Mike

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks Mike, I appreciate the kind words. Normally by this time I would have brewed and bottled at least 10 gal. of ale for the coming year. I'd better get busy. Nellie say hey.

[@oldmanthingspipes]

@@oldandintheway1955I tried brewing beer while going to college in LaCrosse but haven’t done it for years. I’d like to try again

[@oldandintheway1955]

It is addicting to brew, once to make a tasty batch, yer hooked. Oh well what's another hobby

[@oldmanthingspipes]

@@oldandintheway1955 that’s right me ol mate!! kPO

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Hi 👋

[@thepipesmokingbeekeeper8917]

Hi Gary Great video loved the tour Fantastic news that you're health scare ended so well maybe need a little work on the darts though 😅😅😅😅 Great gifts from your friends ytpc is a great place to be Stay warm and safe in the snow All the best Terry

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks Terry, I think the fact that my beer glass wasn't topped up, threw me off......or not.

[@Griffin_pipes]

Gary so glad you're doing well. Ethan's secondhand bookshop sounds interesting I'm going to get ahold of him and get his blend mix. You have a very neat lounge.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Chad, much appreciated. Ethan's a good fellow; I'm sure he'll be happy to share that info with you. He did a nice job of blending. The Subterranean Lodge is my "home within my home"

[@Griffin_pipes]

@@oldandintheway1955 I can't wait to get me something built. Lol

[@oldandintheway1955]

I'm sure it will be a fantastic space, don't forget the dart board 😉

[@jespiping]

Great news on the health situation😊👍She can catch! Take care ☺️

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for stopping by, and your kind words, it gave me the opportunity to check out your site and subscribe. Nellie say hi.

[@ParsimoniousPiper]

So good to see you post again, and with such good news. Hopefully we’ll get to see you more often once more. Second Hand Bookshop doesn’t have any Orientals, but it is 50% DFK, and the one I use does have a hint of floral/sour to it. Glad you’re enjoying it.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks Ethan, Second Hand Bookshop is very tasty and I definitely picked up some hay, sour and floral notes aside from the more dominant DFK profile. Several of the Thursday Pipe Group also enjoyed it.

[@ParsimoniousPiper]

That just tickles me pink. Well, if any of y’all want to make/modify it, the recipe is: 8oz Sutliff TS-12 Dark Fire Cured 2oz C&D Dark Burley 2oz C&D White Burley 2oz Sutliff 507-S Stoved Virginia 2oz Sutliff TS-20 Louisiana Perique

[@oldandintheway1955]

Cheers Ethan, I'll pass this recipe on to the guys. Thank you.

[@pipeninja1578]

VERY “COOL” video, Gary (on SO MANY levels)!!! I am thankful for your great news about your health!!! Great gifts from good folks. ENJOY, and stay warm, Ol’ Chum! Lovely dog!!!❤

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Cliff, more snow predicted for Friday; so more pipes, darts and bevy. Ethan and Edward are 2 fine gentlemen of the YTPC, as are you my friend. Nellie says hey.

[@smokeswag1019]

Whaddup Gary! 🤜🏼🤛🏽 Love your mancave; looks like a great place to go in the winter. So glad your health is good; those scares definitely put things in perspective. Nice YABOs, enjoy them bro. We will get together when the weather breaks. Take care and have a good one bro. ✌🏽🙂

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you brother, as you know as well, health scares cause you to revisit your priorities and make some adjustments. Nothing is promised to us in this life, best to embrace whatever time we have and appreciate all the good things we around us, like a loving family and dear friends. Man, it was super cold this morning, -13* Stay warm and keep your baccy dry.

[@TamperJim]

Hey Gary. I can't tell you how glad I am that you got the all clear on your CT scan. I think it's true that there's no worse thing to deal with than uncertainty, and I can only imagine how you felt while waiting for the second scan and results. Always a pleasure to see you. Those guys lived up to the high standards we place on ourselves in the YTPC: very nice YABOs. Looking forward to your year end video. Yeah, I'd say Nellie could be a walk-on for third base and has quite a built-in advantage for snatching grounders. Take care my friend. - Jim

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Jim, indeed, the waiting game is no fun at all. I used that time to contemplate, ponder and regroup. Simply feeling sorry for myself wasn't cutting it. Ethan and Edward are two YTPC gents for certain. Nellie can't hit for power, but she's great at gobbling up anything chucked at her. It's always great to hear from you Jim, I appreciate you dropping by. I hope that 2024 brings you and your much happiness and good health. Sublime smokes!

[@kevthegranitecitypiper7199]

Very happy to hear you are fit & healthy gary , Fantastic cellar (bar) id also be very comfortable in tha surroundings 👍🏼🍻 Hogan (Labrador) sends Nellie 🩷 Wishing you & Rita, & family a happy new year Cheers kevin 👋🏼👋🏼

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks Kev mate! Yeah, the Subterranean Lodge is my little home, within my home. Nellie says hey back to Hogan. I hope that 2024 brings you and your much happiness and good health. 🥃🥃 Cheers pal

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Hey 👋

[@TruckinPiperBob]

Haha there’s a little bit of England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 everywhere, love it ❤ Gary so glad your health is in good condition and you can pipe on I’m on the opinion of pipe smoking is actually good for you in moderation a calming effect upon us Great gifts

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Bob, much appreciated. I've managed to bring home little bits of England over my 5 or so visits to the UK. I do have a soft spot in my heart for Ol' Blighty. I do agree with you 100% regarding the positive mental effects of moderate piping. The pipe has truly been a source of joy, contentment and comfort to me for over 50 years. The thought of having to give it up was very depressing to me. I'm so grateful for the good news I received from the contrast CT scan. I appreciate you dropping by my friend, sublime piping to you!

[@PaladinPiper]

Nice man cave! Glad all the tests came back normal! You just have more blood flow than normal😂😊

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Pat, much appreciated. Indeed, a fat head and a fat aorta.

[@darrylthehorntoadpiper]

So glad you are doing well make me very happy you are back! As to the Ellen’s Dream I just love that tobacco & I hope you do to, it was one of the first tobacco’s I smoked after I came back to the pipe along with the Missouri Meerscham yellow label tin. See you next time.👍👍😎

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for the kind words Darryl, they are greatly appreciated. I will be trying Eileen's Dream this week, I'm looking forward to it.

[@theSimpleGeorgian]

Glad to hear that your health is ok. Enjoy your content and hopefully get to meet you at the Chicago Pipe Show this year.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you, I am very much relieved by the outcome of the tests. I will be at the show Saturday and Sunday. I volunteer for our pipe club (CPCC) to work the show both mornings. I look forward to meeting you at the show. Serene smokes!

[@theSimpleGeorgian]

@@oldandintheway1955 you're welcome. Looking forward to meeting you

[@DryFlyFisher11]

Hey Gary! Your “man-land” basement hideaway is simply fantastic! I need to step up my own. Really happy to hear everything health wise ended up being ok, I’m sure it was a bit stressful for you and the family. I will soon raise a pipe in celebration. Cheers-Alex

[@oldandintheway1955]

Hiyas Alex, The Subterranean Lodge is my little home within my home 😉 Thanks for your kind words, your friendship is much appreciated. Sublime smokes my friend

[@EvelynLogan-od7zc]

Hi 👋

[@pipesofold8066]

Glad the results were good. Have a blessed week. Pipe On

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Paul, much appreciated. Hopefully we can meet up for a pipe at this year's Chicago Pipe Show. Take care and KPO!

[@SouthAlabamaPiper]

Glad to hear that you are okay. Nice basement area/man cave.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for your kind words, much appreciated. My little home, within my home.

[@TheTunnellTake]

What a great video and a great place for a smoke!😊😊

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Greg, it's my home within my home, if you know what I mean. A very Happy and Healthy 2024 to you and yours.

[@TheTunnellTake]

@@oldandintheway1955 😊😊😊

[@dalepiper6693]

I am delighted to hear that your tests are clear…it must have been a really worrisome time for you. I have recently been diagnosed with Atrial Fibrillation…so I understand. Your bar area looks a splendid recreation centre. I keep a tin of Eileen’s dream as a guilty pleasure. Nellie is a pure delight…nothing quite like a canine friend for taking your mind off things. Well I hope 2024 is a happy healthy year for you my friend…take good care of yourself.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Dale, I was certainly in a subdued state and mentally conflicted during the holidays, before I managed to regroup and rebound. It doesn't pay to feel sorry for yourself; you've got to pull yourself together and get on with life. My family, friends and of course little Nellie dear helped me to buck up and snap out of it. Typically, I'd have home brewed about 10 gal. of ale by this time; my "black dog" period prevented me from feeling like brewing. I've got some catching up to do. My Subterranean Lodge is my home, within my home. I shall be trying the Eileen's Dream sample at my Thursday Pipe Group gathering today. I am curious to try it. All the very BEST of health and happiness to you and yours in 2024 my friend.

[@ItsJustJerFromJersey]

Wonderful gifts! The Frog! Thats a score!. Gary i am so glad to hear you are ok, you had me real nervous there! I wanna be able to say hiyas to you for many years to come. Nellie is so sweet 🐶 i love her!

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Jeremy, Those test results were a great way to kick off 2024. Nellie says hey.

[@ItsJustJerFromJersey]

@@oldandintheway1955 tell Nellie i said …”ahwooowooowooowooo”. Just like that. Let me know when you did it.

[@carolinasmoker9764]

I’m glad your ok…that could have been really bad! Awesome gifts…Ethan does a great job blending…I was lucky enough to be able to try a couple of them! Thanks for the update, take care brother!

[@oldandintheway1955]

Hiyas Clay! Great to hear from you brother. I trust that all is well with you and yours. I am relieved that "all's well" and that I can continue my longstanding friendship with my dear ol' pipes. Ethan did a nice job on the 2nd hand Bookshop, I'll be ordering more ;-)

[@spikeherbert391]

I love the Blatz sign. Probably the worst beer I ever drank and I’ve drunk a lot. Don’t love the Cubs sign; I’m a Sox fan. Hope to see you at the Chicago show.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Hahahahaha indeed, Blatz tasted like it sounds. However, the Blatz sign is a keeper. I'll see you at the show my friend, looking forward to it!!! Go Cubbies 😁

[@Stillypapabear]

That’s great news Gary. Glad you can still enjoy tobacco.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Gary, I am relieved beyond compare. Thank you for stopping by and your kind words. Have a great weekend!

[@13pipes]

Guinness is always good! Don’t get scared of anything! I don’t do any tests and I don’t trust the medical system at all. Tobacco for sure is not what they say. Nice samples, enjoy! Regards

[@oldandintheway1955]

Agreed on all accounts! My pipes have been a dear friend to me for 51 years. They'll be with me till I'm 10 toes up. Let me know if there's any tobaccos that you fancy trying that you can't get there; I'm happy to send them to you. Sublime smokes

[@Nighttrainpiper]

Gary, so happy to hear you are ok after all those tests. Nice to see your hideaway with Guinness on tap, looks like. Be well, sir, and enjoy your time with your briarly buddies, the pipes.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks Scott, receiving that good news was a very nice way to kick off 2024. Yes, there's usually Guinness served at the Subterranean Lodge.

[@chillaxe9603]

Lovely hideaway, was impressed with the bullseye 🎯 hunting! Glad you've received good news on the health front and long may it continue.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you buddy, purely luck I assure you. 😉 Yes, those results were a great way to kick off 2024

[@b-dogpiper1499]

Glad the health scare turned out ok! Eileen’s Dream is good stuff. Nice of Ethan to hook you up! Nellie is a cutie! Cheers!

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you my friend, I am relieved to say the least. I am curious to try Eileen's Dream, it smells fantastic in the bag. Edward is a generous soul to be sure, receiving that tin of Frog knocked me out. Nellie says hey.

[@onelove2909]

I love Guinness, Darts, the Beatles and pipe smoking and I am a Liverpool fan. ...oh, and you are too.... Spooky coincidence or Google AI I guess 😂 Lovely pipe! ...I wish I knew where to get all the American blends in England. Maybe they aren't imported here. Mainly Gawith and Hogarth, Kendal, Peterson (Scandinavian Tobacco), Chacom , Solani, Germains and Macbaren in my local British tobacco retailers.😢 They all have good quality blends though.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks for watching, much appreciated. It's always nice to know that there are others out in the world with such sophisticated and refined tastes in bevy, music and piping. 😉

[@J-DSPIPEDREAMS]

were glad your ok. cute dog we just had to put ours down, very hard, watch our video the last 15 minutes.

[@oldandintheway1955]

So sorry to hear about having to put your dog down. I've had to go through that painful duty 3 times in my life; it's always traumatic for the family. Thanks for stopping by, much appreciated. I will definitely check out your channel and subscribe.

[@faulhabert]

I've got to get on my game! Nice darts!

[@oldandintheway1955]

Cheers Matey, come on down and let's play a few games. I do believe the last time we played, was in London at the Arsenal Tavern.

[@jbafternoonpiper404]

Great vid Gary. We're all happy for you on the health news. I know a few guys who would love to toss some treats to Nellie on a Thursday 🤣. See ya tomorrow...

[@oldandintheway1955]

Cheers Jerry, much appreciated. Nellie would have a great time soaking in all the attention.....and treats.

[@paulgilson2011]

❤❤❤ I'd love to get some brown Irish twist, but everyone is out

[@oldandintheway1955]

If I lay my hands on some, I'll send some off to yas.

[@tramperscott]

Awesome set up you have there! I bet that was scary. I had a scare like that with my liver once. Luckily it was just a "shadow". But I was definitely on edge till I found out. So happy to hear you are ok. Second hand Bookshop is good stuff. Ethan is a good fella. Wow not many folks give away Frog Morton. Very generous. The YTPC taught me how to receive. I love giving but I was always reluctant to accept gifts in the past. Yay Nellie!!!😊

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you Scott, the initial results were very scary, nothing is promised in this life. The experience reminded me to cherish what time I do have here and to truly appreciate my friends and loved ones. This community is so wonderful in so many ways; I am truly humbled and thankful to be a part of it. Nellie loves to catch treats, especially after a 2 mile hike. She earned 'em.

[@tramperscott]

@@oldandintheway1955 yes we must be thankful for each second. We are not promised the next.

[@paterlehnert3929]

Beautiful snowfall and rooms! Pipe, beer etc when can we come over? Thank you for the update. I’m new to your channel and appreciate it. Happy to hear about your good health. I’m in the same ball park on blends. I appreciated this video! I love the dog addition! Be Well!

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for the kind words and for stopping by, much appreciated. I just wandered over to your channel and subscribed. I haven't had a darts tourney in the Subterranean Lodge for a couple of years now; I need to start those back up, they were a hoot. Nellie says hey.

[@JMZ56]

Looks like the ideal place on a cold winter day to sit and enjoy a pipe and a brew. Glad everything worked out health wise for you. And Nellie probably could play professionally. See you at the lounge.

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thanks John, the subterranean lounge is my home within my home. Nellie can't hit for power, but she's a sure set of chops. See yas Thursday

[@PhillipStewart-l5b]

That's why u don't worry about because God will take care of it an dr r wrong to

[@oldandintheway1955]

Thank you for dropping by