Protect this man at all costs

One of my favorites: A pipe, a book, a cozy nook, A fire (at least its embers) A dog, a glass, tis such we pass The hours that one remembers.

The lost art of knocking on a door before entering.

“I do these little things in order, at last, to do nothing.” That makes for a delightful motto.

I'm in my early twenties and life is so busy and so full, I very often forget how to sit still. When I try to do so, I get overwhelmed with anxiety that I'm wasting time and I should be doing something useful. However, your videos remind me that life is a gift, not just a responsibility, and that it is just as well spent in soft gentleness as vibrant motion. You really provide such a sense of peace for a lot of people, thank you for your videos!

As a pipe smoker(and a big fan of Tolkien and Lewis) I've always found something comforting in the fact that some of my favorite authors have the same respect for the pipe as I do. There is nothing like it for forcing oneself into a state of stillness and contemplation.

My favourite corner of the Internet

"Practice the art of simply sitting still." Now that's some apt wisdom for our digital age. For one reason or another, a lot of us have lost that art.

"A pipe! It is a great soother, a pleasant comforter. Blue Devils fly before it's honest breath. It ripens the brain, it opens the heart; and the man who smokes thinks like a sage and acts like a Samaritan." -Bulwer Lytonn From the book The Gentle art of Smoking, by Alfred Dunhill. 1954

a long time ago i stumbled onto Alan Watts who mentioned something about peoples fear of sitting quietly with their own thoughts as opposed to constantly surrounding themselves with noise, whether its talking, television, music or some kind of background racket. he pointed out how it's almost irrational to simply sit quietly and explore your mind. meditation in other words, but not really? he was encouraging his (i guess they were students?) to give it a try. just be quiet, be still, and think. i am not a meditator but i am a "sit quietly and think"-er and i always have been. i just never realized until that day that it can be a struggle for others. i simply avoid noisy people whenever possible. so anyway, it was also around this time that i mentioned this rambling line of thought to my son, who was around 12 or 13 at the time, and how it intrigued me and gave me something else to sit quietly and think about... my son took it to heart and still will turn off all his devices and music and just sit in his room and think. he came to me shortly after that particular discussion to tell me he had taken that same philosophy to his friends. one of them was confused ... but actually gave it a shot. apparently he turned off the noise, sat in a chair in his room and explored his own thoughts for about an hour. his conclusion was that it was WEIRD.... yet... satisfying. He was able to sort out a lot of problems (what problems could a 13 year old possibly have? lol) but he ultimately liked the results. ironic isn't it? you can get a lot done by doing nothing!

One of my fondest childhood memories is walking into my grandparents' living room and seeing my grandfather sitting in his favorite chair, deerskin bound Bible open in his lap (King James, of course!). I was fascinated by the stratum of smoke suspended in the room as he thoughtfully drew on his pipe while reading. I can still see Grandpa's gentle face, pipe in his mouth.

Malcolm! As a Catholic, I can say that I love you and hope God sends you His graces.

Malcolm hypnotizes me with his accent and erudition. He’s starting me back pipe smoking. He is a treasure among us and should be knighted if he hasn’t been already. I heard someone address him as “Sir Malcolm” but I’m not sure if that’s correct-although it should be. His digs reminds me of those of an old Rabbi I met when I was quite young. It was a book sanctuary and a world unto itself, a magical library of books and pipe aromas. It was heaven to a high strung college student eager to “be smart!” God what smart men: Malcolm and Milton. Both men of letters and brilliance beyond measure. Yes, we must protect him, support him, love him!

'Ogden's Walnut Plug - Sweet as a Nut' ' was my Dad's tobacco choice. As a little girl I loved the dark brown, plugs of tobacco with the blue, red and yellow paper bands round them - smooth and glossy in your hand like dark horse chestnuts. I was fascinated by the way he shaved off slices with a penknife and rolled them between his palms before packing his pipe and lighting it. A ritual that seemed to bring him a kind of peace after the stresses of the day. Every Christmas as children we saved up our pocket money pennies to buy one as his gift. Thank you for triggering the memory.

I was given a new Sherlock Holmes Peterson pipe (in its Petersons pouch) when I worked in the original pipe factory in Sallynoggan, Dublin back in the mid 1970s - I was an apprentice electrician contractor and I worked on an off in that factory - I still have that pipe and I recently popped into Petersons shop in Dublin and bought a packet of Irish Dew mixture tobacco - still have not opened it nor have I smoked that pipe for many years -- I am now in my late 60s, retired and I think its time to fire up the pipe that has been with me for so many years ..

“A recovery of simple Being, in the desert wastes of doing.” - now that is a line!

My granddad smoked a pipe and as I get older I’ve started picking up his old pipes and started smoking. I feel like I’m in communion with my ancestors. Great essay.

What a wonderful find. As an equally inveterate pipe smoker, I can thank the KZfaq algorithm for bringing this brilliant video to my attention. Bravo, sir. I enjoyed it thoroughly.

I just found your channel, sir, and after watching a couple of your videos I feel like I've met a new friend, a kindred spirit. To be still is an art that escapes so many today. I need to consciously remind myself to slow down, and my pipe is a great help. Unlike other forms of smoking, pipes involve a process which forces one to slow down and focus on the task at hand... selecting the pipe and tobacco, packing the bowl, lighting, tamping, relighting, tending to the embers... One cannot be in a hurry and properly smoke a pipe. It's a contradiction. Thank you for your thoughts and creating a worthwhile corner in the Internet.

I'm often asked why in the world do I smoke a pipe ? I guess because you won't see many puffers where I live... I wish I could explain it to them even half as well as you. I always look for your pipes in the background and try and spot any additions! Thank you for sharing this sir... Brilliant!

Ah Malcolm. A perfect video. My personal favorite is a pint of ale, a pipe and being lost in an authors world of mystery. Well played and best of health to you.

This is incredible. The reading and material are amazing. I love the passion of the work but the writing is incredible. Thank you sharing your passion, it's an honor to be a part of your adventures.

listening to your videos, with lofi LOTR playing in another tab on low, sipping bourbon at 1:45am. 🌙

This is the single greatest expression I’ve found of the joy of this hobby. Thank you for so eloquently articulating the joy we find in these rare moments of repose.

As a young man in his twenties, I appreciate your reminder to slow down sometimes and let the noise of life fade away. It's easy to forget to enjoy the journey of life. I hope you will put out more poems and content, as I would love to read and listen more to you. The stillness, peace of mind and presence of God you exude is soothing to those of us watching and listening.

An interesting and enjoyable video. I also smoke a pipe and along with my two dogs find myself in a contempaltive frame of mind. Thank you for this.

A beautiful pipe, that!

I really, really enjoyed that. An oasis in a world that seems to insist that everything you do should have a purpose and be done in a rush.

I've finally, and not too late, made a room in my old cabin into a smoking library. Room enough only for book shelves, a lamp, a small table, and what is definitely the world's most comfortable sitting chair (purchased from a yard sale no less). Now. If I could get this gentleman to come share a drink it would be perfect.

I do these things in order to do nothing. What a great motto for every pipe smoker.

This video popped up just as I finished a morning of writing poetry while smoking my pipe with a cup of coffee next to me.

We are severely underexposed to high-brow poetry in these times. There’s a modicum to be had in hip-hop I suppose, also in the various folk musics, but it just isn’t quite the same as a calm recitation from a page. Your channel is a great respite and an excellent resource for this increasingly niche artistic medium. Thank you for your contribution to it. I am blessed to have a day off tomorrow and I hope to fire up a pipe. You’ve got my heart set on an Escudo Navy Roll.

Have been smoking a pipe for 40 years...how time has flown 😢

I absolutely love the line about the fire from your pipe as the Burning Bush was to Moses and to remind us that we stand on Holy Ground. Thank you for sharing this essay.

I asked a while ago, maybe if I ask again after such a delightful video on the subject you’d grant us such a video. I’d love to see a video of your pipe collection and how you became a pipe smoker and acquired them. Pipe smoking is such a blessing in its own way. I enjoy it a lot as well as your relaxing videos. Thank you Malcolm and consider it! 😊

Love this guy. I’ve literally just discovered the channel. I’m 4 videos in. A book, decent beer or whisky, (I’m yet to try the pipe) cosy room. Heaven.

i love that Malcolm uses zippos ^ _ ^

That was excellent! I sit with Peterson watching curls twist and turn upward, I am thankful.

Sat watching this with my Bentley Formers Pipe made in Denmark (Estate Pipe) and some Peter Stokkebye Kentucky Maroon Nougat burning nicely in the bowl. Delicious blend.

now this is a pipe smoker

Thank you for your videos about George MacDonald, CS Lewis, and pipe smoking. I am a member of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and we sometimes jokingly call CS Lewis the 13th apostle, the man was incredible. I smoke a pipe myself (hand crafted by my friend)

Malcolm I have just recently discovered your channel and your channel meets evrything I enjoy. Literature, religion and a calming study atmosphere. I am a 17 year old from Toronto, Canada and I have been introduced to C.S Lewis after I read his work, “Mere Christianity” in religion class. I have been blessed to have a teacher who is so dedicated in his craft and his faith which has done nothing but reinforced my pursuits into history, English and religion in my life. I am planning to study history and English in university with plans on later becoming a secondary school teacher. You inspired me to recreate the inklings as a book club at my school, where we discuss Christian literature, read Tolkien and Lewis and much more. You really are a true gem with such a relaxed but wisdom filled persona!! Thank you for all of your videos, they are so inspiring. Are you planning any events in Toronto, Canada??? If not would you be willing to join a zoom call and provide my club an introduction for the inklings??? I would truly appreciate this!!! P.S I have commited to the art of pipe smoking once I hit 50 or when I get my phd!!!! Take care Mr. Guite!! Nicholas C.

I could listen to these readings all the time love them

Every time I pop in to your channel, has been a real treat.

I do love your videos. Such a peaceful feeling watching them.

I'm 56. I don't smoke my pipes nearly as often as I should. There is a calming and relaxing affect of the process and ritual. Yes, I think I need to light up a pipe more often than I do.

Being an American traditionalist, I’m partial to the corncob pipe myself, but I’m glad to have stumbled upon this video and your channel. It’s so easy to get caught up in the world and forget to take time and enjoy life.

Malcolm , you are an true treasure

What a joy, as always. Thank you.

This was pure refreshment of the spirit to me.

A wonderful video Malcolm, as settling and enjoyable as a pipe itself. I shall select my Peterson Sherlock Holmes series pipe later this afternoon and smoke a bowl in quiet reflection as your lovely poem suggests.

Thank you for the beautiful video! Could you maybe make another video about your pipe collection? And in the course of this, also tell us something about the individual pipes, for example, how you got or acquired them. That would be great!

My mind is restless lately, wondering and criticizing many things. No one is my side guiding me through, no one cares, no one can or both sometimes. Your words and your spirit radiating through your presence made me feel like when I was a baby. Beings older and stronger than me helping me out through the vast garden in the day's twilight, where everything appears so mysterious and the earth so unending. The image of a man smoking a pipe, dressed in its aroma and contemplating about the world, become one with nature and allow his conscience to trancend to the cosmos, or maybe better, merge with his world and feel complete for being a part of it.

What a linguistic masterpiece those poems are, Malcolm you are a true master of your art. I could honestly listen to them every day, please never stop making videos!

I am so glad I have discovered you.

I had the great fortune of sitting down with my trusty Peterson and lighting a fresh bowl of “Lucky Star”, my favorite local blend, just in time. Tremendous essay. Thanks for sharing the words and a bowl!

I got to your video late but I watch it four times!!! I love love love this video. I hope one day you put together all your pipe thoughs and poems in a book. What a treasure that would be for all of us out here in this crazy world. SL

Absolutely stunning essay here, Malcolm. Loved every word!

What a wonderful essay and what a pleasure to watch you in your 'den', so happy being surrounded by what you love!

This is just incredible. Thank you so much!

I am so blessed to have stumbled across this wonderful warmth and silence running through the cold noise of that which we call social. Heart warming. Thank you.

Thank you for sharing of your mind, heart and soul. I appreciate the 20 minutes of watching your teach and entertain.

My pipes, chess, a good book (LOTR, Sherlock Holmes, or Discworld), coffee, or a beer

OUTSTANDING, Dr. Guite! Thank you, so much!!! Cliff

the essay and especially the accompanying poem, were quite beautiful. thank you for sharing this with us

I have been waiting patiently for this video, Brother of the Briar. Wonderful, simply wonderful. Serene smokes Malcolm. Gary

Pipes and poetry. Perfection. Thank you for sharing this!

Wonderfully engaging discussion. Truly a joy to behold.

I recently discovered your channel and I watch this while smoking my own Peterson pipe on my back porch in Florida this breezy and comfortable evening listening to frogs and birds in the pond and distant barking dogs. The rumble of a train and some cars further off. Quite wonderful, and thank you for your time.

44 seconds into this video and I've already subscribed. This gentleman is great.

This man is a class act in being the best you can be. I imagine wonderful things as he reads to me. Thank you. Just subscribed

I would love to get a print of that linocut impression of you, just marvelous! Stumbled upon your videos recently and I have loved the sincere and serene landscapes you have been able to portray through your literary commentary as well as your joy of pipe smoking. Cheers!

Wonderful as always. Thank you again.

Wow. Love that poem. Beautiful.

Sherlock Holmes indeed! As a young man I took up pipe smoking because I thought it gave me character and gravitas. Mostly, it gave me a sore tongue. But I loved it anyway and smoked for quite a while. I lived in Chicago at the time and was very fond of the custom, aromatic Three Star blends from the downtown tobacconist Iwan Reese. Three Star Blue was my favorite of all and it was reasonably priced in those days, the halcyon 1960s and '70s. Then, smoking was allowed, even welcome, everywhere. If someone in a bar or restaurant was leery of a pipe smoker being nearby, once I had lit up and got the pipe going, they were not only surprised at the depth and beauty of the aroma, they often complimented me and said they never knew a pipe could smell so good. I went so far as to carve my own Meerschaum in a Danish style and I was quite pleased by the result. Eventually, my wife needed to quit smoking cigarettes and I put my pipes aside to help her. I don't regret that decision, but I often miss the relaxing ritual of filling, lighting, smoking and minding a pipe.

Wonderful reading. I love it when you read while smoking pipe.

I enjoyed this visit with you. I had a Peterson bulldog with the old Codger blend Sir Walter Raleigh regular whilst watching. May our Lord and Savior truly bless you Malcom.

I love the fact that Escudo and Deluxe Navy Rolls still exist. The sailors used to make these style rolls themself from stripped leaf. They tied them into a bundle with sail cloth and rope and let it mature for months at sea, occasionally moistening it with rum or water. Then, when deemed ready a coin was sliced off and either chewed or rubbed out to smoke. Most certainly in a well worn clay pipe.

How delightful a video on an otherwise rather abrasive platform. I've been considering taking up the pipe myself, and I do think that I may have made a decision at last.

Absolutely wonderful!

Refreshing, beautiful, and life sustaining all around. Thank you and God bless you. Great Peterson! Keep the faith

Missed you Malcolm.Glad to see u and ur pipe back!

I am enchanted and inspired. I love your poetry and philosophy .Few channels do so. You have encouraged me to rediscover the wonderful elements of smoke. Your immersion in the values past have brought heretofore have sent me back to the simple pleasures of life in my Grandfather’s world. Thank You.

It is half past midnight in Southeast Texas, USA. There is a quiet cool breeze blowing across the river that once separated the Spanish and French Empires attempts at North American conquest. The few remaining old leaves are gently rattling against the new ones. The city is at peace for the moment. I took the opportunity to indulge in that peace with my pipe and a bowl of Virginia leaf. Thank you for making this moment even more enjoyable, and if a may send your way a proper southern God Bless You.

I'm inspired to go smoke my pipe and read some poetry! I am loving your channel Sir!!! Keep the videos coming!!! Cheers!!!

That 2016 poem is great! Thank you for sharing it with us!

I thoroughly enjoyed this. Thank you so much for sharing.

These videos are the equivalent of your favorite comfort food after a long day

Dearest Malcom, simply brilliant! Thanks 🙏 for sharing this. Kindest regards, S.

This was a very good video. I just happened to be enjoying some 1792 in a Lasse Skovgard pipe. It went perfectly with the content of the video.

This was absolutely fantastic

Wonderful! Thank you Malcom.

A great sit down there with you Malcolm, your poems about smoking are glorious! I had my Dr. Watson pipe fired up as I listened to you read your mighty poems today 🤘🏻

The KZfaq algorithm never fails to amaze me. I've watched a few of these videos now. I have no interest in pipes or smoking in general. But I'm weirdly fascinated. 😁

Wonderful! Enjoying my lunch time with you and my pipe!

I feel the fire that makes the day... What an amazing line.

Thank you for sharing this wonderful essay with us. Watching you so masterfully read it as I watch the sun go down while having a bowl of english tobacco in a Peterson and a good coffee. And being thankful to God for peaceful moments like these. Slainte!

A superb essay and smoke indeed! 😊🙏🏻❤️

Thank you, your text and video touched me. Thank you for the reminder to sit still and be. I felt like I was putting my feet up at the fire with you.

Pipes and poems, amazing I’m going to have to purchase this book