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Post by desousa on Oct 5, 2024 14:03:11 GMT -5
Thanks for your kind words, pipps. Always great to have you back on the forum. Happy you had Rusty Nail. Now, I'll have to order one next time I'm out. I love 12-year-old Balvenie. It's like drinking scotch and smoking a cigar at the same time. Matt, I enjoy a cigar from time to time. Do you have a favorite? I enjoy a nice Oliva or Leaf by Oscar. I quit smoking cigars years ago, but do miss them when I smell the aroma of a good one. I worked in San Francisco in the late nineties and got off work at 2pm, so I'd head down to the Dunhill Store and grab something suggested by the the person behind the counter. I don't remember the brands except Macanudos, which were generally pretty good. I'd either smoke in the store on shitty weather days or walk over to Union Square. I miss those days. My grandfather smoked Hav-a-Tampa brand. I never tried one, but they didn't smell that good. |
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Post by rizzuto on Oct 5, 2024 17:36:37 GMT -5
Some of the people in the old neighborhood had a nickname for the small thin cigars that some older Italians would smoke. The nickname was guinea stinker. As an Italian American that's not a word that I use nor like. So no one is offended, I was just wondering if that's what they were called in Bob's old neighborhood. I remember a family friend would smoke them, the cigars he smoked were called "De Nobili popular" they came in a blue and yellow box.
Yes...I'm well aware of the nickname, and that's what they were called in my neighborhood. I didn't use it because I didn't want to offend anyone, although I don't find it offensive, and neither did the people I grew up with. It's funny...and, IMO, appropriate. And yes..."De Nobili". As an Italian-American, I fully approve this message.  |
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Post by rizzuto on Oct 5, 2024 17:43:16 GMT -5
Matt, I enjoy a cigar from time to time. Do you have a favorite? I enjoy a nice Oliva or Leaf by Oscar. I quit smoking cigars years ago, but do miss them when I smell the aroma of a good one. I worked in San Francisco in the late nineties and got off work at 2pm, so I'd head down to the Dunhill Store and grab something suggested by the the person behind the counter. I don't remember the brands except Macanudos, which were generally pretty good. I'd either smoke in the store on shitty weather days or walk over to Union Square. I miss those days. My grandfather smoked Hav-a-Tampa brand. I never tried one, but they didn't smell that good. Macanudos remain very popular. One of the best cigars I ever had was a Dunhill. Whenever I have the urge, which is not often, I don't skimp on the quality. If I am going to spend money on a cigar once in a blue moon, I want to lay out cash for something I am going to enjoy. In San Diego, there was a little shop in the Seaport Village called "The Tobacconist" that had a great humidor of choices and some knowledgeable workers and patrons who would gladly steer me to great recommendations. I always bought at least two of different brands while around the salt air. My friend Dougie and I would sit looking at the water on a bench, sampling our purchases, while native Californians gave us snotty looks for smoking outside in public. Great times! |
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Post by 1955nyyfan on Oct 5, 2024 21:28:06 GMT -5
I quit smoking cigars years ago, but do miss them when I smell the aroma of a good one. I worked in San Francisco in the late nineties and got off work at 2pm, so I'd head down to the Dunhill Store and grab something suggested by the the person behind the counter. I don't remember the brands except Macanudos, which were generally pretty good. I'd either smoke in the store on shitty weather days or walk over to Union Square. I miss those days. My grandfather smoked Hav-a-Tampa brand. I never tried one, but they didn't smell that good. Macanudos remain very popular. One of the best cigars I ever had was a Dunhill. Whenever I have the urge, which is not often, I don't skimp on the quality. If I am going to spend money on a cigar once in a blue moon, I want to lay out cash for something I am going to enjoy. In San Diego, there was a little shop in the Seaport Village called "The Tobacconist" that had a great humidor of choices and some knowledgeable workers and patrons who would gladly steer me to great recommendations. I always bought at least two of different brands while around the salt air. My friend Dougie and I would sit looking at the water on a bench, sampling our purchases, while native Californians gave us snotty looks for smoking outside in public. Great times! Until recently I almost always had a cigar on the golf course. Not so much anymore. I like Macanudo's . Ashton is another really fine cigar. |
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Post by desousa on Oct 8, 2024 7:33:06 GMT -5
Macanudos remain very popular. One of the best cigars I ever had was a Dunhill. Whenever I have the urge, which is not often, I don't skimp on the quality. If I am going to spend money on a cigar once in a blue moon, I want to lay out cash for something I am going to enjoy. In San Diego, there was a little shop in the Seaport Village called "The Tobacconist" that had a great humidor of choices and some knowledgeable workers and patrons who would gladly steer me to great recommendations. I always bought at least two of different brands while around the salt air. My friend Dougie and I would sit looking at the water on a bench, sampling our purchases, while native Californians gave us snotty looks for smoking outside in public. Great times! Until recently I almost always had a cigar on the golf course. Not so much anymore. I like Macanudo's . Ashton is another really fine cigar. I rarely play golf anymore, but did enjoy lighting up on the first hole. |
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Post by desousa on Oct 8, 2024 7:38:58 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down.
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Post by kaybli on Oct 8, 2024 8:11:12 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down. Praying for everyone’s safety in Florida including your brother! |
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Post by chiyankee on Oct 8, 2024 8:40:15 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down. I hope for the best for everyone living down there, that's some scary stuff. |
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Post by 1955nyyfan on Oct 8, 2024 9:29:20 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down. I hope for the best for everyone living down there, that's some scary stuff. I have a buddy who lives an hour from Ashville NC. The city was virtually destroyed. He told me they needed gas to run rescue equiptment so he and his son purchased 50 gas cans and had them filled and delivered. Only bright spot from somthing like this is to see how people help people, my buddy is a really good guy. I sent him a check to help offset the cost. Can't imagine what those people are going through. There is only one open road in and out of the town which is complicating evacuation and recovery efforts. Fortunately, it appears the second hurricane will miss NC. |
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Post by azbob643 on Oct 8, 2024 9:41:58 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down. Good friend of mine lives in Bradenton. Talked with him after Helene...said he had some damage but nothing severe. I've been trying to contact him but no response. He has a "cabin" in Northern Georgia so hopefully he's evacuated to there. Last time we talked he said he was "done" with Florida...weather, homeowner's insurance, etc. |
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Post by inger on Oct 8, 2024 12:04:13 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down. Good friend of mine lives in Bradenton. Talked with him after Helene...said he had some damage but nothing severe. I've been trying to contact him but no response. He has a "cabin" in Northern Georgia so hopefully he's evacuated to there. Last time we talked he said he was "done" with Florida...weather, homeowner's insurance, etc. I’m done with Florida already and it’s one of 13 states I’ve never been to…I can’t imagine putting up with that place. Hurricanes, bugs the size of school buses (well, almost), heat, humidity, half naked girls in bikinis 👙 . Well there is a bit of redemption there… |
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Post by azbob643 on Oct 8, 2024 12:20:21 GMT -5
Good friend of mine lives in Bradenton. Talked with him after Helene...said he had some damage but nothing severe. I've been trying to contact him but no response. He has a "cabin" in Northern Georgia so hopefully he's evacuated to there. Last time we talked he said he was "done" with Florida...weather, homeowner's insurance, etc. I’m done with Florida already and it’s one of 13 states I’ve never been to…I can’t imagine putting up with that place. Hurricanes, bugs the size of school buses (well, almost), heat, humidity, half naked girls in bikinis 👙 . Well there is a bit of redemption there… I started going to Florida in the late 60's. Used to go down there for a couple of weeks for Spring Training when the Yanks were in Ft. Lauderdale, back when Spring Training was affordable & accessible. The Gulf Coast side is nice...Tampa, Sanibel, Marco Islands, etc. when the weather's nice, just as the Northeast is great...in Summer & Fall. *Just got a text from my friend. He's pulled the hurricane shutters & cut utilities/water off. Heading to his daughter's house near Miami. |
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Post by Max on Oct 8, 2024 13:46:43 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down. Good friend of mine lives in Bradenton. Talked with him after Helene...said he had some damage but nothing severe. I've been trying to contact him but no response. He has a "cabin" in Northern Georgia so hopefully he's evacuated to there. Last time we talked he said he was "done" with Florida...weather, homeowner's insurance, etc. I have family and friends in Florida. But, I know a few people that moved to Florida then moved either back to NY or moved to North Carolina, Puerto Rico. I'm told the heat and humidity is different (better) in Puerto Rico. |
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Post by azbob643 on Oct 8, 2024 13:55:22 GMT -5
Good friend of mine lives in Bradenton. Talked with him after Helene...said he had some damage but nothing severe. I've been trying to contact him but no response. He has a "cabin" in Northern Georgia so hopefully he's evacuated to there. Last time we talked he said he was "done" with Florida...weather, homeowner's insurance, etc. I have family and friends in Florida. But, I know a few people that moved to Florida then moved either back to NY or moved to North Carolina, Puerto Rico. I'm told the heat and humidity is different (better) in Puerto Rico. I believe those who've moved from the Northeast to FL then from there to SC/NC are known as "quarterbacks". Of my two closest friends growing up one is the aforementioned Bradenton guy, the other moved to Myrtle Beach. He doesn't care for it, but he doesn't seem to care for just about everywhere else. |
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Post by desousa on Oct 8, 2024 15:17:58 GMT -5
I grew up in place called Anna Maria Island, Florida and it's in the direct path of hurricane Milton. Mandatory evacuation began yesterday. It got hit really hard from the storm surge of Hurricane Helene, but this looks much worse. My brother lives 20 miles inland and is hunkering down. Good friend of mine lives in Bradenton. Talked with him after Helene...said he had some damage but nothing severe. I've been trying to contact him but no response. He has a "cabin" in Northern Georgia so hopefully he's evacuated to there. Last time we talked he said he was "done" with Florida...weather, homeowner's insurance, etc. Only parts of Bradenton got hit hard in Helene. Debbie was worse there because of the 20 inches of rain. Some areas that had never flooded, were hit hard. Helene hit the beaches with a big storm surge, especially in Bradenton Beach where it's lower than the others coastal towns. We moved to Anna Maria in 1959. It's nothing like it was back then. It was the best place to grow up because it was middle class, had pristine white sandy beaches and much better weather than Vermont where we moved from. When I played little league, I would Major League managers Fred Hutchinson and Birdie Tebbetts sitting in the stands watching their sons play. Pretty cool. I'm over Florida as too many assholes have moved there, built their McMansions and crapped on the locals. Traffic is nightmare, the politics are extremely corrupt and every inch of land is being built on. |
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