Shinyitis Support Group

[charlie1465]

Good morning shinies

And did I forget to say night last night?? Please accept my most heartfelt and profuse apologies. If I put anyone's internal body clocks out then I'm deeply sorry.......

Good afternight and merry beforenoons

 

[charlie1465]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
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I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

I'm sorry about your friend. Stories like this are so powerful but at the same time they often don't penetrate that teenage mentality.

I'm still going through the recovery from my cancer and although it wasn't lung there's no denying that those years of smoking since I was fifteen could have been the cause. There are so many carcinogens in tobacco smoke. Just don't do it!!!

I fervently hope that you can keep off the death sticks as dual using is almost worse as it gives further excuse for your addiction. ......good luck

 

[Boudica]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

So sorry Skunk, that's a lifelong friendship and may your friend RIP.

When I saw the Camel Filter pic well that was my brand and it's sooo crazy but I instantly craved one. It's passed after a minute or so but I really, really wanted one, the power of addiction eh.

All the very best to you and take extra special care.

 

[Rob B.]

Trying to get into a flash sale at 3avape and can't see how to get in. Supposed to start at 6am my time, but I don't see it happening. Signed in to 3avape, and still nothing, and it only lasts 30 minutes. Lots of stuff there I want. It says everything is out of stock, but has for two days now since I got the email notice. I thought that would change once the flash sale started.

√ 618 Flash Sale

 

[Terri McVeety]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

Sorry for your loss.

 

[Javichu]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

Sorry to hear about your friend.

Death is on it's own clock,not much we can do...

Just gotta enjoy what we can when we can with those that are closest to out heart,never hold back nor leave things unsaid,never know if we will get another chance.

My best wishes go out to you buddy,remember the good times you had with him and find your own way to celebrate him and his life,he will be smiling down upon you.

 

[the wind]

We get our hens young and sell them after they are 18 months old. They lay each day until that age, then drop off to 1 egg every 2 or 3 days.

I've got one pet chicken out of 1500 hens. She was attacked by a hawk as a youngster, and became really tame with me during her recuperation period. So each time her shedmates are due to be sold, she gets moved to the next shed She's happy to be carried around, and flies up into my hands every day, when she sees me in her shed/paddock. I called her Hawkeye, and no - the other 1499 hens aren't named

1500 eggs a day!hello to hawkeye

 

[chanelvaps]

To say i'm over the moon is not an understatement....
When I cried on the NET forum because my bought tobacco might be taken at customs, a good hearted member (that i've never even talked to) asked for my address. He wanted to send me some tobacco concentrate.
Well they finally arrived today.View attachment 891307
This is damn good stuff, and best of all...I can make 400ml in total from this.
My faith in humanity is restored.

Wow! Super generous too!

 

[chanelvaps]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

Very poignant post Skunk and I am truly sorry about your friend. RIP Ken. (I was adopted too)

 

[Pigs]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

So sorry for your loss mate.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

I'm so very sorry for your loss Skunk. A part of Ken forever lives on in you.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

To say i'm over the moon is not an understatement....
When I cried on the NET forum because my bought tobacco might be taken at customs, a good hearted member (that i've never even talked to) asked for my address. He wanted to send me some tobacco concentrate.
Well they finally arrived today.View attachment 891307
This is damn good stuff, and best of all...I can make 400ml in total from this.
My faith in humanity is restored.

That's awesome Fred! Enjoy.

Humanity shines ... once each realizes our interconnectedness.

A Lakota simple prayer of oneness and harmony with all forms of life comes to mind.
Mitakuye oyasin (we are all related).

 

[ShowMeTwice]

Vapemail

I got the Aegis mini today. It is so cute and so small Here's your artyfarty pic, it's been raining all day - so I took advantage of it

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Hussar Project X RTA on top

Excellent job on the artsyFartsy photo Aotearoa. It could be used in a retail ad.
hmmm, now I really need to step up my photo shooting game

The X and A-mini look like they were made for each other.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

Good morning shinies

And did I forget to say night last night?? Please accept my most heartfelt and profuse apologies. If I put anyone's internal body clocks out then I'm deeply sorry.......

Good afternight and merry beforenoons

No worries. My internal clock, lol, runs on whatever, whenever, however.

Good beforeNight to you mate.

 

[ShowMeTwice]

Good morning ShinyOne's! ​

 

[NolaMel]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

<HUGS> from afar. Take care of yourself

 

[Pigs]

Unexpected, long given up on and last tracked in early March

 

[DeloresRose]

One of my best friends passed away yesterday from throat cancer. He was a year younger than me. I visited him in the hospital when he first found out
That was 8 years ago. We slowly drifted apart and it was about a year ago the last time we talked. I found out that that is about the time the cancer came back with a vengeance. They tried 2 surgeries to get it bit they couldn't beat it. He pretty much cut off communication with everybody because he didn't want to burden them. I wish I would have known. I guess he was luving in Texas. I would have driven down there just to see him one more time. We were both adopted and we joked we might be brothers. From 7th grade through high school and on and off as roommates for years after, we practically were. We shared some of the best times, and supported each other through the worst. I'll always remember you Ken. Rest easy brother.

He was a heavy smoker and drinker. We all were back then. Some quit and some didn't. I have struggled off and on with cigarettes for this whole time. Lately with the stress of life I have been dual using again. I found this Zippo when I was moving. It used to belong to him. He got it with Camel Cash years ago. It is one of the few reminders I have of him. And it's a warning. Everytime I want to light a cigarette I pause and think about where it took him.
View attachment 891309
I am reminded why I decided to quit in the first place
I read an article in 2012 about a guy named Bryan Lee Curtis who died at 33 years old, leaving behind a wife and a 2 year old son.
Smoking Kills - Bryan Story - "He wanted you to know"
I never want to put my wife and son through that.

I’m so very sorry, Skunk.

 

[the wind]

Unexpected, long given up on and last tracked in early March
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no poo for me yet.why the american hot sauce?

 

[ShowMeTwice]

Received my Dvarw MTL FL and a bunch of accessories today. Shipping from Budapest was blazing fast at 5 days.

Great vape and excellent flavor. It is super quiet due to the AF redesign. Takes a clapton nicely. Running w/the 2ml glass tank for now. I'll switch to one of the larger ones later. Same with the AF inserts (1.2mm default) I got some other ones for a more airy MTL and for RDL.


Size comparison l-to-r: KFL19, Dvarw FL, Pocket v2.

Overall I am very impressed with the FL changes. KHW Mods did an awesome job.