For Friday evening’s deck time, I had my cigar picked out early in the day, but when it came time to choose a drink pairing, I was torn. On a whim, I reached for the Hamlet Tabaquero Toro and serendipitously paired it with the Knob Creek Single Barrel …
As winter approaches, the opportunities to enjoy a cigar grow fewer. This week brought slightly warmer temperatures, but they were accompanied by rain and wind. Still, after a hearty chicken chili dinner, I decided to brave the elements for a cigar on…
We enjoyed a fun and quick trip last week to visit family in Atlanta. The adventure began with an overnight stay in Blacksburg to attend a Virginia Tech basketball game. Despite the home team’s recent struggles, the games are always a good time, win o…
After a weekend away, one without any time to enjoy a cigar, I was eager to unwind with a relaxing smoke. Mid-week temperatures remained unseasonably cold, but as I convinced myself, it was “above freezing.”Bundled in a thick leather jacket, I prepared…
It’s a tradition: after enjoying the Thanksgiving feast, I step outside for a cigar while the family gathers around the TV for football. This year was no different. I had initially set aside a robust smoke for the occasion, but when I noticed an unfin…
Have A Happy Thanksgiving! I wish you a day filled with family, friends, and fond memories. May God bless your life with His gifts today and everyday.Lá Altaithe Sona Daoibh!
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I repost this just about every year. And it’s still funny. They just don’t do TV like that any more.
“As God is my witness, I thought turkeys could fly.”
Happy Thanksgiving!
Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]
The mid-week crisp fall weather was too good to pass up—60 degrees and sunny. I brewed a large mug of hot, black coffee, grabbed an Oliva Serie V Lancero from the humidor, and headed to the deck with a good book. The whole Oliva Serie V lineup nev…
This past Sunday brought an unexpected treat: 60-degree weather and calm skies—perfect for a little deck time. As the afternoon sun began its descent, I prepared two Negronis, grabbed a favorite cigar, and joined my wife for a pleasant hour of convers…
Even in retirement, Friday evenings hold a special excitement—they mark the perfect time to unwind. This week, I started the weekend as I often do: savoring a good cigar, a delicious whiskey, and blues music on the screened porch. The cool evening air …
