newbie seeking for serious advice

[lessonlearned]

If you are not hurting for money, I would give one to each of my 7 closest friends. If you can't enjoy them, the second best would be watching friends enjoy them.

I also stated earlier that I might just do that, Christmas is just right around the corner; however, my other (me) says, what are you a fool, do you know forget much you spent for these?
I have to do some soul searching. Thanks.

[ggiese]

I might end up doing just that.
I just hate to waste them, and as you well know all people think that they are true cigar aficionados are really not, and normally do not even know the proper way to even light a cigar never mind Lighting a cigar with gusto. Ne crain de rien.
Thanks

I'm assuming you meant Ne craint de rien - and if so, this is good! ...as long as as that means you do not fear scrutiny because you have no ill intent (versus you do not fear being attacked because you are "bigger" and "badder"). We're completely on the same page.

I also hear you about giving away those "special" cigars. I have felt the pain of gifting a $$$ rare cigar to a friend I thought would appreciate the experience - only to have him light it up, chat away as if he was smoking a Backwoods - and then crush it out like it was a cigarette. Man that hurts...

However - I have since learned to better control that experience and create an opportunity for my "guest" to experience the cigar in the way it was intended - those quiet, contemplative times when the experience truly becomes momentous. And in that - the cigar lives on when your guest comes back days, week, months or even years later and re-thanks you for the experience. It not only becomes a gift of a cigar, but the gift of your time and thoughtfulness. Those gifts, to me, are far more valuable than the few dollars I would collect from selling the cigar.

[lessonlearned]

I'm assuming you meant Ne craint de rien - and if so, this is good! ...as long as as that means you do not fear scrutiny because you have no ill intent (versus you do not fear being attacked because you are "bigger" and "badder"). We're completely on the same page.

I also hear you about giving away those "special" cigars. I have felt the pain of gifting a $$$ rare cigar to a friend I thought would appreciate the experience - only to have him light it up, chat away as if he was smoking a Backwoods - and then crush it out like it was a cigarette. Man that hurts...

However - I have since learned to better control that experience and create an opportunity for my "guest" to experience the cigar in the way it was intended - those quiet, contemplative times when the experience truly becomes momentous. And in that - the cigar lives on when your guest comes back days, week, months or even years later and re-thanks you for the experience. It not only becomes a gift of a cigar, but the gift of your time and thoughtfulness. Those gifts, to me, are far more valuable than the few dollars I would collect from selling the cigar.

Well composed. Much appreciated.

[CoventryCat86]

If you are not hurting for money, I would give one to each of my 7 closest friends. If you can't enjoy them, the second best would be watching friends enjoy them.

Now THAT is an excellent idea lessonlearn! It gives me great pleasure to give cigars to people that enjoy them, you must know some people who would like these so do that.

How 'BOUT them RED SOX!!

I'll be in Boston on 12/15 and 12/21 seeing a couple of my favorite bands at the Middle East and the House of Blues. Boston's a great city and so is NYC!

[lessonlearned]

Now THAT is an excellent idea lessonlearn! It gives me great pleasure to give cigars to people that enjoy them, you must know some people who would like these so do that.

How 'BOUT them RED SOX!!

I'll be in Boston on 12/15 and 12/21 seeing a couple of my favorite bands at the Middle East and the House of Blues. Boston's a great city and so is NYC!

Pertaining to the Red Sox, That was obviously awesome, even though i am the first to admit that the Cardinals has an incredible pitching staff, (96-99 mph) average.

We deserved this one, thanks. It was hard in my condition to stay up that late, but with a positive attitude and a couple extra pain relievers, it was worth it.

Back to the cigars, trust me that there are not too many people I feel comfortable giving them too, after a little soul searching I made up a list, I have thus far 3 accounted for whom would truly enjoy such an exquisite cigar.
After taking inventory, OH MY GOd, I have a lot of inventory to give away; remember, I have been smoking for a long time, I counted 5 humidors alone, never mind anything else. It is going to be a challenge getting rid of everything. It is a sad thing but I will get over it, as long as I can Golf, I will surely miss my cigars.

Without any further ado, my membership should come to an end since i can no longer smoke. You folks have shed a lot light and opened my eyes, for that, thanks from the bottom of my Third new heart.
Enjoy your stay in Boston.

[kevin7]

So this concludes the sale/auction/frenzy that never left the starting gate. One of the stranger threads I have witnessed in quite a while

[lessonlearned]

So this concludes the sale/auction/frenzy that never left the starting gate. One of the stranger threads I have witnessed in quite a while

You are entitled to your own opinion. Leave others be.

[ggiese]

You are entitled to your own opinion. Leave others be.

Most times treading without fear makes sense - other times it is best to tread with fear. Deciding the right time is the challenge.

In my view - being dismissive is not always being wise. "Ne craint de rien" would be pretty foolish with Kevin. Just sayin'

[lessonlearned]

Most times treading without fear makes sense - other times it is best to tread with fear. Deciding the right time is the challenge.

In my view - being dismissive is not always being wise. "Ne craint de rien" would be pretty foolish with Kevin. Just sayin'

At times things rub you the wrong way, i took it as a negative comment, regardless who it is!! I do not judge people by what they are, or by their status, it is none of my business. As my Late dad used to say to me: " If you do not have anything good to say, keep your mouth shut". "My opinion"

[ashauler]

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Without any further ado, my membership should come to an end since i can no longer smoke. You folks have shed a lot light and opened my eyes, for that, thanks from the bottom of my Third new heart.
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What happened to this? I agree, you have no further purpose to be here. Kevin's statement most likely "rubbed you the wrong way" because it is accurate, and in it's own way eloquently succinct.
We have been exceedingly nice to you, even though many of us recognize the beat and could certainly dance to it. Smoke your cigars, give them away, sell them to the highest bidder somewhere else. I know what I would do, but I really don't care which option you choose. As I told you in a previous post, this site isn't set up for sales from total strangers.

It's fixin' to be the holiday season, so in that spirit, good luck and I sincerely hope you have a Merry Christmas.

[lessonlearned]

What happened to this? I agree, you have no further purpose to be here. Kevin's statement most likely "rubbed you the wrong way" because it is accurate, and in it's own way eloquently succinct.
We have been exceedingly nice to you, even though many of us recognize the beat and could certainly dance to it. Smoke your cigars, give them away, sell them to the highest bidder somewhere else. I know what I would do, but I really don't care which option you choose. As I told you in a previous post, this site isn't set up for sales from total strangers.

It's fixin' to be the holiday season, so in that spirit, good luck and I sincerely hope you have a Merry Christmas.

So, it is now your turn to spank me and then kiss me at the end!!!

For the last time:
Everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion, no problem here. I don't care what race, creed or color you happen to be, I will treat you with professionalism, respect and dignity; however, I will not become submissive to anyone other than GOD himself.
Yes, I have come in contact with some very nice folks, some very intellectual, some caring, and some who have nothing else to do than bite before barking.
I am ending my membership; it is obvious that the objective changed, I wish you all the best and the best towards the festive holidays.

[ashauler]

So, it is now your turn to spank me and then kiss me at the end!!!

For the last time:
Everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion, no problem here. I don't care what race, creed or color you happen to be, I will treat you with professionalism, respect and dignity; however, I will not become submissive to anyone other than GOD himself.
Yes, I have come in contact with some very nice folks, some very intellectual, some caring, and some who have nothing else to do than bite before barking.
I am ending my membership; it is obvious that the objective changed, I wish you all the best and the best towards the festive holidays.

Spank you? I hardly think so. lmao

[mrtr33]

Spankings? Kissing? Dogs? How did I miss this thread?

[ggiese]

So, it is now your turn to spank me and then kiss me at the end!!!

For the last time:
Everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion, no problem here. I don't care what race, creed or color you happen to be, I will treat you with professionalism, respect and dignity; however, I will not become submissive to anyone other than GOD himself.
Yes, I have come in contact with some very nice folks, some very intellectual, some caring, and some who have nothing else to do than bite before barking.
I am ending my membership; it is obvious that the objective changed, I wish you all the best and the best towards the festive holidays.

You seem like an awfully smart feller - which makes me wonder why you've never read Tsun Tzu...


"Victorious warriors win first and then go to war, while defeated warriors go to war first and then seek to win."- Sun Tzu

[kingbeefy]

Spankings? Kissing? Dogs? How did I miss this thread?

Sounds like all my PM's from badwhale.

[kevin7]

You are entitled to your own opinion. Leave others be.

As an active member in a member moderated forum I will comment on whatever I feel like. I was at the unveiling of the 150's years ago and was gifted one,it tasted like cameroon flavored air and it probably does to this day. I'll be hellagenerous and offer you 7 $ a piece for them.

If you wanna stay around and hang out that would be great ,the board has a personality of it's own and it is not really all gushy and sugary. A lot of us have met and smoked it up with each other and had a blast.The board will not bend for 1 person,you either like this place or you hate it. If you want top $ for them 150's try puff.com ,lots of great collectors of uber high end cigars there.

[kevin7]

Cigars are just things to me. I have lots of them and except for 3 cigars I hold for sentimental purposes anybody I smoke with is welcome to any cigar in my humidor. Funny thing is that the 3 I cherish are 3-5 dollar smokes but were given to me by friends who have since passed away.

[lessonlearned]

As an active member in a member moderated forum I will comment on whatever I feel like. I was at the unveiling of the 150's years ago and was gifted one,it tasted like cameroon flavored air and it probably does to this day. I'll be hellagenerous and offer you 7 $ a piece for them.

If you wanna stay around and hang out that would be great ,the board has a personality of it's own and it is not really all gushy and sugary. A lot of us have met and smoked it up with each other and had a blast.The board will not bend for 1 person,you either like this place or you hate it. If you want top $ for them 150's try puff.com ,lots of great collectors of uber high end cigars there.

As i stated it once before, every one is entitled to his & her opinion.

Now, you pushed it too far and are flaunting your weight around pertaining to your pedestal status.

This is the last time that you or any other members will hear from me; however, let it be known that a man of your so called stature know nothing about cigars & are insulting me to sell my $500 sticks for $7 a pop.
I have chewed up & spit up people like you for breakfast you little worm.

For your information, it is not the money, My winter car is a $84,000 car. & no I do not want to hang around with people such as your self who want nothing to do but kiss ever one else's asses all day long.

As a farewell, you know what you can do with do with you board. I have no need for you, I have been a millionaire for a long time, my health I cannot buy; however, it is not worth it getting upset over someone like you who is obviously is lacking a lot of finesse & low self esteem.

[kevin7]

bla bla bla
This is the last time that you or any other members will hear from me bla bl bla

Boo hoo hoo ,don't blow another gasket. You are correct in that money cannot buy a rich douchebag good health. Enjoy your cigars.

[badwhale]

Sounds like all my PM's from badwhale.