Traveling with CC's to lay my best friend to rest

[eaglebear29]

I'll be going to San Diego for 2-3 weeks to take care of my fathers remains. I plan on bringing a Monte #2 and a PSD4 since those were the smokes I wanted to smoke with him. Sadly we never got a chance. I last got to talk to him on 1/11/24 and was telling him about the CC and NW hobby and playing catch up on all other things. We heard of his passing just a week ago, and me being his eldest, I have to fly down there and deal with all this stuff before the fishing season starts. I wanted to surprise him with the Monte #2, and the PSD4, as we both loved watching Arnold Schwarzenegger movies, and I know he's fond of both of those CC's.

I remember as a kid we'd watch the Lion King together, and it's been popping up the past week in my mind, when Rafiki told Simba that Mufasa was not gone, that he's all around us. The circle of life. I can see my Dad up there now with his Mufasa voice he had giving comfort, and letting me know that everything is alright, and that he's doing good up there, as he watches down on us. Something he would appreciate and smile about. 

So many good lessons he taught me with great core values. He was a master carpenter, commercial fisherman, and more importantly he was a loving father. He was my best friend. A great mentor and one of the smartest men I've ever known. Just crazy, as I know it can happen to anyone, but it really doesn't hit home like this one, you imagine your father as invincible as a kid, even now, especially with how strong my dad was throughout life. There's never enough I could say about this man. We're all still in shock, so I need to bring pen to paper to write down all his quotes, life lessons, and memories. Not just for myself, but for my family and to carry on his memory and legacy. 

So I plan to bring a few of those Arnold smokes w/ some randoms and a few HUHC for my uncle and I to also just smoke, to reminisce on the good times. Now it seems every cigar has an even more special meaning to it, to smoke it in happiness and to have time with my father, and to not always save them, because we don't know when our time is coming.

Curious if traveling with singles in the States is really a big deal since I won't have any boxes with me. I'll be in the San Diego area and going up to the hills in Ramona, so any tips of nice spots is also welcome. 

To everyone, don't forget to hug your loved ones and give those who may be struggling a call and check in. 

Dad, I know you're up there cracking jokes with Robbin Williams, another one of our favorites.

RIP Dad.

[Li Bai]

Sincere condolences, seems like you've had a wonderful father. 

[ha_banos]

Condolences.

[ned]

My condolences to you and your family

[BG318]

Condolences, eb29.

[Ford2112]

I'm really sorry for your loss.

[Ford2112]

Just now, Ford2112 said:

I'm really sorry for your loss.

Also travel away I take cigars with me whenever I fly anywhere .

[Chibearsv]

Sincere condolences. My father and I had major differences for a very long time but we finally say “I love you” to each other every time we talk. I’ve basically become him. It’s amazing how that happened. Cheers brother!  @Ford2112 is right, no worries traveling with CCs. You don’t need to worry about bands or anything. I always travel with a bunch of CCs. 

[LLC]

Very nice write up about your Dad. Sounds like a great man. My condolences.


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[JohnS]

Sorry for your loss, @eaglebear29. My Dad is 81 and has age onset dementia. The brain still works, but not as sharply as before. I'm trying to make the most of this time I have with him!

[MagicalBikeRide]

Sorry for your loss @eaglebear29
 

I grew up in a fishing village here in Ireland. The lads that went to sea were a different breed. Sounds like your old man was cut from the same cloth. 

[TacoSauce]

Sorry to hear about your loss @eaglebear29.

[Odessa]

My deepest condolences. I understand you, I lost my father 3 years ago.

[MickVanWinkle]

My condolences and great tribute to him. Thanks for sharing the memories and for the reminder to cherish time with our loved ones.  

[B44]

My condolences to you and your family for your loss. Here’s to brighter days ahead. 

[La_Tigre]

Condolences, brother, for your loss. May you find peace and smoke in good remembrance. 

[Connoisseur Kim]

Sorry for your loss @eaglebear29.

[BrightonCorgi]

Condolences to you and your family. My dad passed away within the last year as well. He sounds like quite the person. Traveling with cigars is not a problem. They're fine in your carry on luggage. The lighter and cutter could be an issue. 

[Adisaputra]

My deepest condolences @eaglebear29. May he rest in peace. 

[gormag38]

Condolences. My pops just turned 70 a few days ago...I still view him as invincible (although I'm old enough now to know that in reality he is not). I dread the day/time you're living now. Hopefully you're able to light a few good ones and tip a few back and share memories with loved ones.  

[SonGoku]

My condolences.

[Glass Half Full]

Your thoughtful words highlight what a wonderful father you had, and what a good son you are. You're kind to share.

Never had a problem traveling with cigars within the U.S. (But I believe they're better kept as carry-on's).  

[MPhillips]

Condolences on your loss. 

[BossHogg]

I am so sorry for your loss. Beautiful words spoken about your father. My condolences to you and your family.

[El Presidente]

Sincere condolences from all the team here mate 

I just got home now from spending some time with my dad who is 91 come June. I know that each hour spent together is a blessing. 

I hope that I can be as big a factor in my children's lives as your dad was to you.