Midway through the Memorial Day weekend, found us in our usual place — on the deck enjoying the weather. After Mass and a late breakfast, I brewed a pot of French press coffee, and headed outside to enjoy the limited sunshine and spend some time with …
I love the Spring days when it’s warm but not yet humid, and the sun is bright but it’s not scorching. On such afternoons the range beckons. And I try to answer, as I did right before the holiday weekend.For this particular range trip, I brought along …
On this last Monday in May, Americans stop to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation. It is their sacrifices that helped to preserve the freedoms we value and enjoy today. Sadly, there are too many people in o…
We’ve been trying to make the most of this 3-day holiday weekend — at least before the expected rain kicks in Sunday evening and Monday. This is a weekend we avoid shopping, taking trips, and even the calls from work will slow. Side thought, why is ra…
It seems the longest weeks are the ones leading up to a long weekend. But finally Friday arrived and preparations for the evening got underway. I finished the lawn maintenance chores early, and prepped the fire pit before dinner. I was lookin…
I think we’ll be okay.Have a safe and fun holiday. Remember the reason.Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]
I don’t believe lancero shaped cigars are appreciated enough. The slender cigars average 7 – 7.5 inches in length, and a 38 ring gauge is typical. They do require a bit of extra attention when smoking to keep the burn going, at the same time striving t…
I first mused about the shenanigans or incompetence, take your pick, at the Virginia ABC here. Now it seems VA ABC is also quite adept at digging itself into a hole. On May 23, this was posted on the Virginia ABC Twitter feed.Their tweet referenced the…
On a recent afternoon I enjoyed time on the deck with a cigar, a book, and a cup of black coffee. Most of my cigar smoking is accompanied by a good bourbon or beer. While not always perfect, these beverages as a general rule pair well. Yes, water does …
Other than the occasional local IDPA match, recent experience at the MD State Championship notwithstanding, I’ve been sorely lacking in my time spent at the range simply practicing. The matches, while fun, provide just 50 – 60 rounds downrange, and not…
