Curious...

[DevilsBrew]

Who is this Tom person? He seems to be the James Bond of the Stove World. His name is mentioned in whispers with promises of unveiling secrets.

 

[BrotherBart]

Tom Oyen is the (broken link removed to http://www.chimneysweeponline.com/emptom.htm) If he don't know it about wood stoves you don't need to know it.

ETA: He has a license to burn.

 

[Jags]

And small animals and young children flock at his feet.

 

[fossil]

Once each year, usually in September, Tom conducts The Blessing of the Firewood for everyone who makes the pilgrimage with a split from their stacks.

 

[Paulywalnut]

Once each year, usually in September, Tom conducts The Blessing of the Firewood for everyone who makes the pilgrimage with a split from their stacks.

Take a split of red oak and pray for quick seasoning.