I run a restaurant in central nebraska called Grandma Max'x . on the side i make , sell , and play these http://www.crossroadscustoms.net they are cigar box guiutars you can watch me play them here http://www.youtube.com/user/crossroadscustoms. let me know what you guys think. Pat
What do you do and what else do you do?
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I am a computer programmer.
I am 35 and spent 17 years in military and civilian law enforcement before recently retireing. The majority was spent working for a busy muniicipality 30 miles north of Baltimore. I worked uniform patrol, special operations and SWAT.
Now I live in PA and started Modern Combative Systems LLC you can check it out at mercop.com. Our concentration is on open hand, stick, knife and pistol within seven yards. I have three DVDs out and am pitching a book.
I now spend most of my time teasing my kids, Elizabeth 12, Frankie 8 and Emilie 6, and botheing my bride of 14 yrs Lisa. Outside of that I continue my training, researching and smoking alone and with friends.
Now I live in PA and started Modern Combative Systems LLC you can check it out at mercop.com. Our concentration is on open hand, stick, knife and pistol within seven yards. I have three DVDs out and am pitching a book.
I now spend most of my time teasing my kids, Elizabeth 12, Frankie 8 and Emilie 6, and botheing my bride of 14 yrs Lisa. Outside of that I continue my training, researching and smoking alone and with friends.
I just turned 20, graduated from Western Culinary Institute in Portland, OR with my associates degree.. moved back to Illinois, worked at Moto in Chicago for 4 months and now I'm a Chef de Cuisine at a local steakhouse, closer to home. Been cooking most of my life.
I'm 33 and married. We have a 2 year old son. I live in Tupelo, MS. I graduated from University of North Alabama with a BS in Commercial Music. I am now a Network Engineer for a regional bank. But, I still love the music. The closest shop with a good variety is 50 miles, so I order about 99% online. The few shops here have a ridiculous markup. Oh yeah. I occasionally write a review for cigarjack.net.
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A couple changes in the past four years!
Didn't go to Purdue, but attended Kettering University (in MI) for a semester to do mechanical engineering. Also interned at Sandia National Labs for a little while, where I was on their Vehicle Systems Team. Really cool stuff, but decided to go back to CO for school and do business management. It was also convenient that the really good business school (Monfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado) happened to be where my girlfriend goes to! Well, I'm still here, and will graduate with my bachelor's in business management next winter (or maybe this spring if I can get into the right classes). My girlfriend is still with me after these few years, and we've got a nice little house with a couple roommates and a black lab/german shepherd named Keira, who is a little over a year old.
Still fish all the time, but I didn't get to go up to the mountains once this year. I started in January at a local (30 miles away, but that's close in CO!) cigar shop, so that takes up a bit of my time. I've gained a ton of knowledge on cigars in the past few years. Every day I try and learn new information about cigars, be it releases, legislation, the growing/curing process, etc. Gone overseas a couple more times, but it's been back to Europe (no new continents).
Fixing up an old '82 Suzuki, but I think I might just sell it and get a newer, running bike because I'd rather be riding than tinkering.
Oh and my '03 Forester will be completely paid off this October. Really looking forward to having a bit of extra cash!
Other than that, not much else has changed. I guess I'm not the youngest guy around here any more, either.
I also still want to be a monster truck driver when I grow up (if you can do both).
TYLER
Interesting, my son in going to be nine and for some reason I see him as a tattoo artist or a chef. Hopefully chef, cause I like to eat, but then again I have a bunch of ink too
Well let's see. I'm a Sales trainer for a National Paint Co. I will turn 44 in a little over a week from now and I still feel 30!! I'm newly single- just broke off an engagement (it was for the best). I spend alot of time boating/skiing/camping,beer-drinking- (THEY GO TOGETHER!!) I'm also into my new aquarium its 72 gal and I raise African Cichlids in it, I like to travel, work out now and then, work in my yard and I'm a Big Kid/Adrenaline Junky when it comes to thrill rides, my nephews love to hang with me at the amusement park!!.... other than that I'm here to learn from all you wonderful folks and I may ask a few questions from time to time about this wonderful new habit of mine-Cigar smoking. look forward to making some new friends....
Cigary43
Just Another Ashhole
Good post here. Cigars are a conduit to meeting interesting people in all walks of life and it serves as a good starting point for conversations. I have met quite a few people in Cigar Lounges across the country and it's interesting to note that true cigar people are very nice and approachable and are very easy to talk with. I feel more at ease and trust them more than any segment of our society because they always walk the walk.
I am retired since 1996 where I was a Plant Manager/Safety Engineer/Human Resource Manager etc etc for about 25 years. I worked with Weyerhauser and was fortunate to travel domestically to many areas of the country and got to meet quite a few interesting people. As I said before, cigar people are by far the most interesting because they are laid back and look forward to seeing the best in others first. We all share the same vice and come from all backgrounds,,,we do not see the other person as a competitor and we pretty much are not impressed with how much money they make but the one key thing we notice right up front is their knowledge of cigars. I have been smoking for over 40 years and there are people who impress the hell out of me with their knowledge of cigars and life experiences.
Too many hobbies to list but I enjoy motorcycle touring, sports, golf which I don't play as much as I want to because I always shoot 85 regardless if I play everyday or once a year.
I am retired since 1996 where I was a Plant Manager/Safety Engineer/Human Resource Manager etc etc for about 25 years. I worked with Weyerhauser and was fortunate to travel domestically to many areas of the country and got to meet quite a few interesting people. As I said before, cigar people are by far the most interesting because they are laid back and look forward to seeing the best in others first. We all share the same vice and come from all backgrounds,,,we do not see the other person as a competitor and we pretty much are not impressed with how much money they make but the one key thing we notice right up front is their knowledge of cigars. I have been smoking for over 40 years and there are people who impress the hell out of me with their knowledge of cigars and life experiences.
Too many hobbies to list but I enjoy motorcycle touring, sports, golf which I don't play as much as I want to because I always shoot 85 regardless if I play everyday or once a year.
I work for a Beverage Wholesaler that deals with Anheuser-Busch Inbev and alliances, Modelo (Corona), Jones, and Monster. I make the nifty signs that lets ole Jim Bob know that 24 packs are on sale! I also make signs that help promote local events and "wraps" that cover whole walls at the local dive... you know so they don't have to repair/paint them! (When Dale Jr. moved on and had to do a lot of redecorating!)
When I'm not making signs, smoking cigars, or talking about cigars.... I'm playing Free Cell. I use too paint, but has had a major mental block since leaving college. I also have a vinyl cutter that I use to make decals for people as a hobby and for making extra cigar money. I do stuff for people's cars, otterboxes, etc... [/shameless promotion]:grin:
When I'm not making signs, smoking cigars, or talking about cigars.... I'm playing Free Cell. I use too paint, but has had a major mental block since leaving college. I also have a vinyl cutter that I use to make decals for people as a hobby and for making extra cigar money. I do stuff for people's cars, otterboxes, etc... [/shameless promotion]:grin:
Cigary43
Just Another Ashhole
Great story as any time I see a fellow cruiser my ears perk up pretty quickly. I got you by a couple of years so not sure that makes me the oldest on here but you're only as old as you feel and I still feel like a kid mentally.
Regards,
Gary
Cigary43
Just Another Ashhole
Outstanding avatar
Jfire
BoM 9/9' 9/11' 8/12'
Names Justin,
28 yrs. old. Full time union fireman and paramedic from Joliet, IL(40 mins S of Chi town.) Lucky and blessed to work for one of the greatest departments around.
Married 2 yrs to highschool sweatheart. No kids. (I know there the greatest thing in the world but don't try to convince me that I need them or what's the point in being married!) Cigars have been a hobby for 10 yrs but only once in a while until my first 100ct. humi this march. Now I',ve just bought a Vino28 thanks to all yours guys help last week.
Other hobbies fishing( NW Ontario this week for 10 days of gods country with 14 other fireman), hunting, poker,golf and taking the misses on vacations. Also hanging out with her whole family.(Mine was ruf growing up, so when I met her family I attached like a leech!)
Glad to be here as this site has some amazing people on it and I can't wait to meet more!
JBill
28 yrs. old. Full time union fireman and paramedic from Joliet, IL(40 mins S of Chi town.) Lucky and blessed to work for one of the greatest departments around.
Married 2 yrs to highschool sweatheart. No kids. (I know there the greatest thing in the world but don't try to convince me that I need them or what's the point in being married!) Cigars have been a hobby for 10 yrs but only once in a while until my first 100ct. humi this march. Now I',ve just bought a Vino28 thanks to all yours guys help last week.
Other hobbies fishing( NW Ontario this week for 10 days of gods country with 14 other fireman), hunting, poker,golf and taking the misses on vacations. Also hanging out with her whole family.(Mine was ruf growing up, so when I met her family I attached like a leech!)
Glad to be here as this site has some amazing people on it and I can't wait to meet more!
JBill
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I'm a 50 years young sound designer for films, games, commercials and location based entertainment (theme parks, museums and such) living in Burbank, California. I've been happily married to the love of my life for 26 yrs. this December and have 2 kids, 19 yr. old son and 23 yr. old daughter. Came to California from Albuquerque New Mexico 22 years ago with my band to be rock stars. Oh, well...the music business wasn't what I hoped it would be anyways. Got involved with post-production sound 17 years ago and haven't looked back since.
When I'm not holed up in my big, dark, windowless room making weird, loud noises, I enjoy watching sports (LA Kings 1/2 season ticket holder),video games, making computers, playing my guitars, bar-b-queing out back, traveling when I can and of course, cigars. Used to be a pack-a-day cig smoker, now 2+ yrs. off the butt!!! I like a good scotch, gin-n-tonic, or just about any tasty drink in moderation. And I really like this site! Felt very welcome in the Introduction Thread! Looking forward to many good times here!
BTW, I'm thinking about attending the get together next month at the beach in Orange County, but might be too busy. Also gotta convince the wife to go.:lady:. What happens at those get-togethers?
When I'm not holed up in my big, dark, windowless room making weird, loud noises, I enjoy watching sports (LA Kings 1/2 season ticket holder),video games, making computers, playing my guitars, bar-b-queing out back, traveling when I can and of course, cigars. Used to be a pack-a-day cig smoker, now 2+ yrs. off the butt!!! I like a good scotch, gin-n-tonic, or just about any tasty drink in moderation. And I really like this site! Felt very welcome in the Introduction Thread! Looking forward to many good times here!
BTW, I'm thinking about attending the get together next month at the beach in Orange County, but might be too busy. Also gotta convince the wife to go.:lady:. What happens at those get-togethers?
Herfs are a great opportunity to meet the bro's. Try and make it. It will be very worth your while.