Cigar Day Dream

[Jfeath74]

Today was a unique cigar experience for me. I enjoyed the tastiest PLPC I've ever had and paired it with a delicious Other Half Brewing Forever Simcoe, hard to beat. The cigar had the notes of burnt sugar in the second half, like our host describes, and a nutty finish that left me wishing there was more, that's saying a lot considering the 34F outside. As I sat there enjoying my smoke and beer, I couldn't help but think about the PSP cab that I was lucky enough to score yesterday that will soon be on its way. The thought of the cab aging and how excited I was to see the cigars develop with time, while at the same time thinking how my life will develop over that period of time. Right now I'm engaged to be married later this year, I think about the changes that could occur over the next 10+ years... Being a husband, having children, continuing to explore the world at every chance, all while having amazing cigars age in my humidor that are getting tastier with every passing moment, I love it. 

The thought was almost psychedelic, but it made me think that a great cigar and a drink is my favorite way to relax, tune out for a moment and forget the chaos that surrounds me. I believe that is what connects us all, we all don't agree with everything but we all share an appreciation for cigars. Maybe its the double dry hopped imperial ipa that has me feeling loose and harmonious, but I see other post with arguing on what type of consumer drives the market. I understand both sides of the argument, but at the end of the day we all share a love for cigars and if people continue to find a love for cigars, Cuba and the rest of the world will give their best effort at producing the finest cigars the world has to offer. As long as that continues, we should be able to find a way to be happy!

[rhcolbert]

Well well said. Great post.

nostalgic and forward thinking here too. Smoking a 2005 LE a dear friend gave me.  I wouldn't of known a thing about Cubans had it not been for him. 

12 years of age on the cigar.  12 years of age on me.  Rough times (lost job, almost lost wife, etc etc). But like the cigar better now than I was. Better friends, better in my marriage and two wonderful kids.  

Cigar had a rough ride from Cuba to Swiss to vancouver to Atlanta, but it made it out alright.  So did I. 

Enjoy being back amongst BOTL and reading posts like yours. Cheers!

[Dodgeski]

Beautiful thoughts from both of you. Cheers to wonderful memories, bright futures, and great cigars to come.