Brother, that's turning into a real habit for me. But not so much "sniff" but rather open the op, shove my head in and breathe deep. Many, many times.
Looking back at 2013
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Thanks for the insightful post!
I have learned that the hype is just that, and have really slowed down on the hunt for HTF cigars. Have also learned that I really want to pursue pipe smoking, and can't wait to get that going
I have learned that the hype is just that, and have really slowed down on the hunt for HTF cigars. Have also learned that I really want to pursue pipe smoking, and can't wait to get that going
Well outside of cigars I have learned that I trust too easily this past year, that there are people who will smile to your face and steal everything you have when you turn your back. I've learned that I need to rely far more on myself and turn to my own faculties rather than to others. I've basically learned I need to be a bit more manly.
As for cigars, I think I've learned that this is an expensive hobby and being in university and having to pay for it all myself.. that while the experience of having a cigar with my remaining good friend is a welcome one, that I will likely not be able to afford the hobby a few per week for more than another year, primarily due to some sudden major expenses on my health. On a more positive note, I've learned that cigars each have their own story when you think about it, and that the journey through them will never end. I'm hoping for the chance to try some ISOM's before I get to a point I might have to cut back or take a hiatus. Beyond that, it's a mystery, though reading this forums posts is always interesting and I expect it will continue to be.
As for cigars, I think I've learned that this is an expensive hobby and being in university and having to pay for it all myself.. that while the experience of having a cigar with my remaining good friend is a welcome one, that I will likely not be able to afford the hobby a few per week for more than another year, primarily due to some sudden major expenses on my health. On a more positive note, I've learned that cigars each have their own story when you think about it, and that the journey through them will never end. I'm hoping for the chance to try some ISOM's before I get to a point I might have to cut back or take a hiatus. Beyond that, it's a mystery, though reading this forums posts is always interesting and I expect it will continue to be.
I just read every one of your posts in this thread and it's become my favorite thread on BOTL. So I will try to add something to your very thoughtful and reflective words here.
For me, 2013 became the year I really started smoking cigars. I smoked a lot of CCs in the 90s, and then took a "break" where I smoked maybe 2 sticks a year. Last year I discovered a great group of guys at my local B&M and now I have a new friend group there. This is important for men, because it's easy for us to become too single-minded and even antisocial on occasion.
I'm so glad that BOTL has become a social part of life for so many guys (and girls?). There is nothing quite like community to make you feel human.
As to the cigars, a couple of weeks ago I split a box of UF-13s with a Brother, and stashed them in my little humidor. On Superbowl Sunday, I smoked my first Unico, from that batch. I found it to be among the most demanding cigars, of my palette and my knowledge, that I have ever smoked. It won't be the last. I look forward to the broadening horizons that this place has opened up. Thanks guys!
Hear hear! The recent Lancero thread was great!
I love this. To paraphrase the movie Sideways, the day you clip & toast a cigar you've been saving: THAT'S the special occasion.
Um. Yeah. I totally don't do this either... Not ever...
Wow, I love this sentiment. Though I'm also scared of having so many cigars I could forget about a box!
That. Is funny.
You've really hit on something that nearly everyone in America could stand to "get." And I like to think we Brothers understand more than many. Take that time for yourself, no matter how much you love your job, family, etc. You will live both longer, and fuller.
For me, 2013 became the year I really started smoking cigars. I smoked a lot of CCs in the 90s, and then took a "break" where I smoked maybe 2 sticks a year. Last year I discovered a great group of guys at my local B&M and now I have a new friend group there. This is important for men, because it's easy for us to become too single-minded and even antisocial on occasion.
I'm so glad that BOTL has become a social part of life for so many guys (and girls?). There is nothing quite like community to make you feel human.
As to the cigars, a couple of weeks ago I split a box of UF-13s with a Brother, and stashed them in my little humidor. On Superbowl Sunday, I smoked my first Unico, from that batch. I found it to be among the most demanding cigars, of my palette and my knowledge, that I have ever smoked. It won't be the last. I look forward to the broadening horizons that this place has opened up. Thanks guys!
StogieNinja
Derek | BoM June 2014
1. It's all about regular production
2. See #1, learn it, love it.
3. Ah, forget #1 and #2, I love my LP Unicos!
4. But seriously, especially where CCs are concerned, it's all about regular production
5. Except for the HU Robusto. Oh, and the RA Superiors. Oh yeah, and the Monte GE. OH, and...
2. See #1, learn it, love it.
3. Ah, forget #1 and #2, I love my LP Unicos!
4. But seriously, especially where CCs are concerned, it's all about regular production
5. Except for the HU Robusto. Oh, and the RA Superiors. Oh yeah, and the Monte GE. OH, and...
Me, too. I was having a large Dutch woman do it...
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Shwing!
Ha! Pics or it didn't happen...