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An Easy End to Vacation

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jul 10th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The end of vacation is bittersweet. The thought of going back to the daily grind haunts me at the end. But at the same time, I look forward to eating normally, sleeping in my own bed, and after this trip, enjoying a cigar. We spent the week at a hortic…



Five O’Clock Friday: Old Age Remediation

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jul 7th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The weekends are for recovery. Happy Friday.Fortunately bourbon helps too.Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]



Humidor Thoughts

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jul 6th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The proper storage of cigars is a frequent topic of discussion among enthusiast. It’s also something that people may fret over too much, especially new smokers. I was telling someone recently about my “custom” setup, and thought I’d share here as well…



Whiskey Wednesday – And a Cigar

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jul 5th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The #whiskeywednesday hashtag is commonly used on Instagram. It’s one of my favorites to use, since when I do it means I’m marking the midweek with a drink, and typically a cigar. A recent Wednesday indulgence included Smoke Wagon Uncut Unfiltered Bou…



Celebrating And Fighting For Independence

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jul 4th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776

The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America 

When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to a…



Saturday Afternoon at the Brewery for Brews and Cigars

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jul 3rd, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The second day of our Independence holiday activity revolved around a visit to 1781 Brewing for afternoon beer and cigars. Arriving shortly after lunch, the crowds were still small and we easily claimed a table under the trees in the garden. Rain thre…



Kicking Off The Holiday

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jul 1st, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Independence is not officially marked until Tuesday, but for many, the holiday vacations start on the prior weekend. And why not? So many fringe causes get a special month, surely the founding of our Nation deserves more than one day. I get a short “o…



Five O’Clock Friday: It’s Bourbon Time

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jun 30th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

What will I do this weekend?  You needn’t ask.Have a great weekend.Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]



Range Outing

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jun 30th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Whenever I drive over to the range it’s a bit of a gamble if at least one of the two pistol bays will be open. Last week I was shut out when I got there, and other factors prevented a return attempt. This week my luck was much better. This outing …



Afternoon Cocktails and Smokes

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jun 29th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

One of our regular weekend pleasures during the warmer months is spending a few hours on the deck enjoying the sun and just being outdoors. Our property is wooded so we enjoy an abundance of birds and other wildlife. Sunday is generally a day of relax…