The Cigar Life

 

 J uly 2026 I had a fair share of bourbon that trip. It always goes so well with a cigar.  I fell into the habit of having a couple of these every night along with my cigars.  That'll be another change to make once I'm home. 

  Down to Arizona recently to visit Dale's family. Had one day with John and Dianne before they took off for a trip.  We watched their cats.  And got to spend a lot of time with Brenda and Irv.  I smoked a lot of cigars out by the pool. Just about one each night.  I got really spoiled.   I'm gonna have to cut back onece I'm home. 

 Monday, July 6, 2026 In Arizona to visit Dale's parents. We're staying at John and Dianne's place while we're here.. They grilled us up some hamburgers for lunch and steak for dinner. So delicious! We also watched the World Cup game between Belgium and the USA. Belgium won.  John and I smoked cigars by the pool to wind down the evening. He had a Romeo y Julieta for me and boy it was so much more pleasant than the Asylum I had on the 4th of July. Indulged in some Scotch as well. Very quiet and peaceful out. 

 Saturday, July 4, 2026 Lit up a cigar on this Fourth of July. It was an Asylum 13.  This has generally been a reliably good cigar for me.  The first third of the cigar wasn't bad however it became quite bitter after that point.  These bigger cigars often burn unevenly and this one was no exception however it was also hard to keep lit and was a bit tough on the draw.  Never-the-less I kept at it so I'll give myself an A for effort.  Despite the fact that this wasn't the best cigar I certainly had fun smoking it.  I love the act of smoking a cigar.  I love lighting it up. I love how the smoke first pours into my mouth.  I love how it feels in mouth and how it coats my cheeks and tongue.  I love how it feels in my fingers.  And I love how a good cigar smells and I love how it looks. Nothing is more masculine and butch.  Happy 4th of July.

  Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - Anticipating Pride Weekend with a La Flor Dominicana. Friday, June 26, 2026 - Lots of cigars today. Four to be exact although the were all small ones (Romeo y Julieta). One later this morning with coffee.  Friday afternoon Warren and I headed down to The Eagle for their Pride patio party.  Had a few drinks. And ran into a few people we knew. It was nice. (Can you see me in the window?) After I got back from the bar Dale and I had salads from Lund's for dinner. Took and hour-long walk after we finished.  Smoked 3 cigars on said walk although they were all little ones (Romeo y Julieta).  T'was a very pleasant evening for a walk.  Sunday, June 28, 2026 - Lit up a huge Asylum 13. Great way to end the weekend.  Celebrate Pride. With cigars.