Post by: CigarBanter on February 14, 2023, 12:06:25 AM
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 06:12:50 AM
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 06:13:50 AM
Bahia Blu U700 - 20/39.99
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 06:14:25 AM
Door #1 - Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper Robusto - 10/59.99
Door #2 - Joya de Nicaragua Antano Connecticut Toro - 5/24.99
Door #3 - Punch Diablo by AJ Fernandez Scamp (Toro) - 10/49.99
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 07:51:37 AM
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 08:38:49 AM
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 08:41:41 AM
Morning, my valentines.Sorry for the delayed response. Lots of craziness going on in the office.
Good morning and happy Valentine's day to you, OHDave.
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 08:42:35 AM
Interesting leftover SB trivia - 16 of the last 19 games have been won by the team wearing white jerseys.That is interesting. Not sure I'm so superstitious but still interesting.
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 08:44:21 AM
Another warm front blowing through tomorrow, with lots of wind and a high of 69.It was 57° last night when I took out the trash. Not sure I saw upper 60s on the forecast but definitely warmer than "normal".
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 08:50:11 AM
Been a crazy winter so far, that's for sure.Another warm front blowing through tomorrow, with lots of wind and a high of 69.It was 57° last night when I took out the trash. Not sure I saw upper 60s on the forecast but definitely warmer than "normal".
Morning, LateArrivalTony.
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 09:03:29 AM
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 09:05:15 AM
It's certainly Tuesday when looking at Joe's offering. Sis put up ABs. All is right in the CigarBanter world!Like a comfortable pair of slippers.
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 09:20:13 AM
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 09:46:17 AM
Sis:So nice of the Sis to offer up some AB's today for Tony.
Door #1 - Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper Robusto - 10/59.99
Door #2 - Joya de Nicaragua Antano Connecticut Toro - 5/24.99
Door #3 - Punch Diablo by AJ Fernandez Scamp (Toro) - 10/49.99
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 09:47:24 AM
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 09:57:56 AM
There are 320 days left in the year. This is Valentine’s Day.
Today’s Highlight in History:
In 1989, Iran’s Ayatollah Khomeini called on Muslims to kill Salman Rushdie, author of “The Satanic Verses,” a novel condemned as blasphemous.
On this date:
In 1876, inventors Alexander Graham Bell and Elisha Gray applied separately for patents related to the telephone. (The U.S. Supreme Court eventually ruled Bell the rightful inventor.)
In 1912, Arizona became the 48th state of the Union as President William Howard Taft signed a proclamation.
In 1913, labor leader Jimmy Hoffa was born in Brazil, Ind.; college football coach Woody Hayes was born in Clifton, Ohio; sports broadcaster Mel Allen was born in Birmingham, Ala.
In 1924, the Computing-Tabulating-Recording Co. of New York was formally renamed International Business Machines Corp., or IBM.
In 1929, the “St. Valentine’s Day Massacre” took place in a Chicago garage as seven rivals of Al Capone’s gang were gunned down.
In 1945, during World War II, British and Canadian forces reached the Rhine River in Germany.
In 1967, Aretha Franklin recorded her cover of Otis Redding’s “Respect” at Atlantic Records in New York.
In 1984, 6-year-old Stormie Jones became the world’s first heart-liver transplant recipient when the surgery was performed at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 09:59:18 AM
Five years ago: A gunman identified as a former student opened fire with a semi-automatic rifle at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School near Fort Lauderdale, Fla., killing 17 people in the nation’s deadliest school shooting since the attack in Newtown, Conn., more than five years earlier. (Nikolas Cruz pleaded guilty to murder in October 2021 and was sentenced in November 2022 to life in prison without the possibility of parole.)
One year ago: The Kremlin signaled it was ready to keep talking with the West about security grievances that led to the Ukraine crisis, offering hope that Russia might not invade its neighbor within days. (Russia would invade Ukraine less than a week later.) Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau invoked emergency powers to try to quell the protests by truck drivers and others who paralyzed Ottawa and blocked border crossings in anger over the country’s COVID-19 restrictions.
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 09:59:58 AM
Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:I saw that last night. How sad. Looks like he'd been living in a homeless shelter.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 10:01:52 AM
Happy VD guys.Not sure I agree with the use of an acronym in this instance but good morning anyway, ClemsonDave.
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 10:02:10 AM
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is 81.
Jazz musician Maceo Parker is 80.
Journalist Carl Bernstein is 79.
Former Sen. Judd Gregg, R-N.H., is 76.
TV personality Pat O’Brien is 75.
Magician Teller (Penn and Teller) is 75.
Cajun singer-musician Michael Doucet (doo-SAY’) (Beausoleil) is 72.
Actor Ken Wahl is 66.
Opera singer Renee Fleming is 64.
Actor Meg Tilly is 63.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Kelly is 63.
Singer-producer Dwayne Wiggins is 62.
Actor Sakina Jaffrey is 61.
Actor Enrico Colantoni is 60.
Actor Zach Galligan is 59.
Former tennis player Manuela Maleeva is 56.
Actor Simon Pegg is 53.
Rock musician Kevin Baldes (Lit) is 51.
Rock singer Rob Thomas (Matchbox Twenty) is 51.
Former NFL quarterback Drew Bledsoe is 51.
Actor Danai Gurira is 45.
Actor Matt Barr is 39.
Actor Stephanie Leonidas is 39.
Actor Jake Lacy is 37.
Actor Tiffany Thornton is 37.
Actor Brett Dier is 33.
Actor Freddie Highmore is 31.
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 10:02:26 AM
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 10:10:27 AM
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Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 10:11:46 AM
Definitely seemed to be chosen very specifically. 😆Happy VD guys.Not sure I agree with the use of an acronym in this instance but good morning anyway, ClemsonDave.
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 10:12:15 AM
Today's Over/Under is 128
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 10:13:18 AM
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 10:13:47 AM
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Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 10:15:48 AM
Today's Over/Under is 12Thirteen.
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 10:20:12 AM
Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 10:26:48 AM
Today's Over/Under is 12Sheesh. 8.
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 10:32:58 AM
Morning, muchachos.Morning, Page2Raz.
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 10:52:51 AM
Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 10:56:40 AM
Historically, it appears if a celebrity can get passed age 27, that's a huge milestone.Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 11:16:41 AM
??? I don't know what you might mean....Happy VD guys.Not sure I agree with the use of an acronym in this instance but good morning anyway, ClemsonDave.
:P ;)
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 11:18:52 AM
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 11:21:20 AM
So what do you romantic devils have planned for your ladies today?Heart-shaped ravioli for dinner.
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 11:21:33 AM
You're right, weird how that seems to be such a defining number for so many.Historically, it appears if a celebrity can get passed age 27, that's a huge milestone.Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 11:22:21 AM
So what do you romantic devils have planned for your ladies today?Picking up the kids from school while she goes to work. :D
Post by: bluecollar on February 14, 2023, 11:40:07 AM
Sis:I'd be all over door 2 if they were 4 bucks a piece... Still a great cigar at 5 bucks
Door #1 - Alec & Bradley Gatekeeper Robusto - 10/59.99
Door #2 - Joya de Nicaragua Antano Connecticut Toro - 5/24.99
Door #3 - Punch Diablo by AJ Fernandez Scamp (Toro) - 10/49.99
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 11:41:22 AM
I knew you guys would come through! ::) Although heart shaped ravioli is kinda cute.So what do you romantic devils have planned for your ladies today?Picking up the kids from school while she goes to work. :D
I bet Ras already has the rose petals scattered thoughout the bedroom.
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 11:59:12 AM
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 11:59:22 AM
The hopeless romantic.So what do you romantic devils have planned for your ladies today?Heart-shaped ravioli for dinner.
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 12:00:50 PM
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 12:05:59 PM
First baseball of the season this weekend. Definitely catching the Sunday game.For Clemson?
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 12:10:52 PM
I believe pitchers and catchers report this week in the MLB.First baseball of the season this weekend. Definitely catching the Sunday game.For Clemson?
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 12:15:41 PM
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Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 12:15:54 PM
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/live-blog/michigan-state-university-shooting-live-updates-rcna70528
Post by: Travellin Dave on February 14, 2023, 12:17:01 PM
Shooting at MSU was by a man that grew up in my town and went to my HS. In fact, notes on him indicated that his next target was back in NJ at the school.So aside from being famous by being my hometown and the center of the anthrax mail scare a while back, now we have crazy mass shooters.
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/live-blog/michigan-state-university-shooting-live-updates-rcna70528
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 12:19:09 PM
My Statistics professor in college used the "27 Club" as a case study illustrating several concepts about anecdotal evidence, how fake statistics gain significance, and preventing corruption of statistical measurements. It's a classic case of celebrity and cultural significance over-influencing public perception. The truth is that the most common age at which celebrated artists die is 56, and variances in definition of what qualifies as "celebrity" only alter how much of a spike there is, but not the age itself.You're right, weird how that seems to be such a defining number for so many.Historically, it appears if a celebrity can get passed age 27, that's a huge milestone.Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 12:23:48 PM
The Warden would NOT find that romantic.I knew you guys would come through! ::) Although heart shaped ravioli is kinda cute.So what do you romantic devils have planned for your ladies today?Picking up the kids from school while she goes to work. :D
I bet Ras already has the rose petals scattered thoughout the bedroom.
There is a consensus among scientists and perfumers that if a man wants to smell attractive to women, he should wear food-related scents, rather than floral scents.
I made oatmeal cookies last night. That worked fine.
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 12:26:00 PM
Truth is, you can generally make statistics say whatever you want them to.My Statistics professor in college used the "27 Club" as a case study illustrating several concepts about anecdotal evidence, how fake statistics gain significance, and preventing corruption of statistical measurements. It's a classic case of celebrity and cultural significance over-influencing public perception. The truth is that the most common age at which celebrated artists die is 56, and variances in definition of what qualifies as "celebrity" only alter how much of a spike there is, but not the age itself.You're right, weird how that seems to be such a defining number for so many.Historically, it appears if a celebrity can get passed age 27, that's a huge milestone.Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
For example, more than 80% of the CigarBanter posts are complete bullshit.
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 12:26:54 PM
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 12:28:22 PM
Snowed here last night. Coupla inches.I read that as "showed" and I thought you were referring back to the oatmeal cookie post. :P
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 12:35:30 PM
I'm thinking 80% might be a bit optimistic. ;-)Truth is, you can generally make statistics say whatever you want them to.My Statistics professor in college used the "27 Club" as a case study illustrating several concepts about anecdotal evidence, how fake statistics gain significance, and preventing corruption of statistical measurements. It's a classic case of celebrity and cultural significance over-influencing public perception. The truth is that the most common age at which celebrated artists die is 56, and variances in definition of what qualifies as "celebrity" only alter how much of a spike there is, but not the age itself.You're right, weird how that seems to be such a defining number for so many.Historically, it appears if a celebrity can get passed age 27, that's a huge milestone.Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
For example, more than 80% of the CigarBanter posts are complete bullshit.
My Statistics class was among my favorite experiences in college, and one of the few classes that really changed my thinking.
Even saying "statistics can be made to say anything," which is a common trope, and one I had been given to before I took Statistics, is a misnomer. It's more accurate to say, "any numbers can be made to look like statistics."
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 12:41:42 PM
I found statistics to be my most difficult class in college. Definitely interesting but it wasn't easy.I'm thinking 80% might be a bit optimistic. ;-)Truth is, you can generally make statistics say whatever you want them to.My Statistics professor in college used the "27 Club" as a case study illustrating several concepts about anecdotal evidence, how fake statistics gain significance, and preventing corruption of statistical measurements. It's a classic case of celebrity and cultural significance over-influencing public perception. The truth is that the most common age at which celebrated artists die is 56, and variances in definition of what qualifies as "celebrity" only alter how much of a spike there is, but not the age itself.You're right, weird how that seems to be such a defining number for so many.Historically, it appears if a celebrity can get passed age 27, that's a huge milestone.Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
For example, more than 80% of the CigarBanter posts are complete bullshit.
My Statistics class was among my favorite experiences in college, and one of the few classes that really changed my thinking.
Even saying "statistics can be made to say anything," which is a common trope, and one I had been given to before I took Statistics, is a misnomer. It's more accurate to say, "any numbers can be made to look like statistics."
Post by: razgueado on February 14, 2023, 12:50:38 PM
Well, I did have an extremely good professor, so that may have helped.I found statistics to be my most difficult class in college. Definitely interesting but it wasn't easy.I'm thinking 80% might be a bit optimistic. ;-)Truth is, you can generally make statistics say whatever you want them to.My Statistics professor in college used the "27 Club" as a case study illustrating several concepts about anecdotal evidence, how fake statistics gain significance, and preventing corruption of statistical measurements. It's a classic case of celebrity and cultural significance over-influencing public perception. The truth is that the most common age at which celebrated artists die is 56, and variances in definition of what qualifies as "celebrity" only alter how much of a spike there is, but not the age itself.You're right, weird how that seems to be such a defining number for so many.Historically, it appears if a celebrity can get passed age 27, that's a huge milestone.Indeed, really sad state of affairs.Here's a sad story for any NYPD Blue fans out there:An Eagle scout, salutatorian, college graduate...and ODs at 27 in a homeless shelter. Mental illness is a killer. So is fentanyl.
https://tvline.com/2023/02/13/austin-majors-cause-of-death-nypd-blue-actor-theo/
For example, more than 80% of the CigarBanter posts are complete bullshit.
My Statistics class was among my favorite experiences in college, and one of the few classes that really changed my thinking.
Even saying "statistics can be made to say anything," which is a common trope, and one I had been given to before I took Statistics, is a misnomer. It's more accurate to say, "any numbers can be made to look like statistics."
Post by: bluecollar on February 14, 2023, 01:00:17 PM
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 01:20:39 PM
Wonder what Dean is up to? He's a hopeless romantic.I think I read somewhere he's trying to nail 80% of the widows in FL. Or something like that.
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 01:24:59 PM
Sounds like the bar has been raised pretty high for whatever newsworthy event comes next.Shooting at MSU was by a man that grew up in my town and went to my HS. In fact, notes on him indicated that his next target was back in NJ at the school.So aside from being famous by being my hometown and the center of the anthrax mail scare a while back, now we have crazy mass shooters.
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/live-blog/michigan-state-university-shooting-live-updates-rcna70528
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 02:17:02 PM
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 02:18:54 PM
I think we'll have to keep him accountable to that metric.Wonder what Dean is up to? He's a hopeless romantic.I think I read somewhere he's trying to nail 80% of the widows in FL. Or something like that.
Post by: A Friend of Charlie on February 14, 2023, 02:26:09 PM
Post by: bluecollar on February 14, 2023, 05:35:24 PM
This is actually my last one in my humi.
What I like about this cigar is it can bring the strength without overwhelming the Connecticut wrapper.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230214/2030c9a8d7b1221560f8ec1420187447.jpg)
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 05:45:48 PM
Sparked by door #2.Haven't had one before, but sounds interesting.
This is actually my last one in my humi.
What I like about this cigar is it can bring the strength without overwhelming the Connecticut wrapper.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230214/2030c9a8d7b1221560f8ec1420187447.jpg)
Post by: bluecollar on February 14, 2023, 06:13:58 PM
Dave you need some new smokes. You keep pulling out old stock. Which is really cool but you need to branch out a littleSparked by door #2.Haven't had one before, but sounds interesting.
This is actually my last one in my humi.
What I like about this cigar is it can bring the strength without overwhelming the Connecticut wrapper.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230214/2030c9a8d7b1221560f8ec1420187447.jpg)
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 06:22:30 PM
Maybe, but I know what I like.Dave you need some new smokes. You keep pulling out old stock. Which is really cool but you need to branch out a littleSparked by door #2.Haven't had one before, but sounds interesting.
This is actually my last one in my humi.
What I like about this cigar is it can bring the strength without overwhelming the Connecticut wrapper.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230214/2030c9a8d7b1221560f8ec1420187447.jpg)
Post by: LuvTooGolf on February 14, 2023, 09:18:10 PM
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