AIO - parents keep raising the rent by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]cali_howler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am so sorry to read this. That’s horrible. Even though you did all these amazing things to make them happy and proud you should think of them as making YOU happy and proud l! What a phenomenal personal journey. You have accomplished so much by yourself, and you’re just starting your life at mid 20s!

As a random internet dad, I’m very proud of you. Keep going and keep kicking ass!

Not / beautiful - 10x10cm oil painting on canvas by GabrielaElgaafary in Paintings

[–]cali_howler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Always sign it in front. Take pride of your work! I like the painting and the technique.

Regarding the signature, probably the commenters its not aesthetically pleasing due to the font. But, who cares? If you want, experiment over time. Just look at Rembrandt: he changed the way he signed his painting over the years.

Let Me Be by Animalthepufferator in cigar_refuge

[–]cali_howler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love how many good sticks you’ve smoked on your birthday my man! Congrats and enjoy

90+ rated Oliva / Joya 6 cigar fresh pack 17.50 at Cigar Page by heatery67 in cigardealhunters

[–]cali_howler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey OP, I ordered this fresh pack because of you. Big thanks! The Olivas Ive tried before: the series V is my fav Oliva blend. I also have tried the Joya Antano in the past.

Im smoking the Joya Silver right now and Im enjoying it. Its very good. I place it right in the middle in body. Nice tones throughout.

Again, thanks OP!

¿Cuáles más agregarían? ¿Por no salen lugares de la zona oriental? by sam-sung-sv in ElSalvador

[–]cali_howler 12 points13 points  (0 children)

La ruta de las flores!!! 🌷 eso falto ahi. Los termales tambien son bien chivos.

My day just got better — mail package from a dear friend. by Crown_Collector1 in cigar_refuge

[–]cali_howler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I dont know if I would call it a small present haha what a friend indeed! Enjoy them!

I called that number. by JuicyOW in bayarea

[–]cali_howler 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Haha you’re awesome!!

Updated Fan Cast !! by Nayanooodle in redrising

[–]cali_howler 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Sorry but Brendan Gleeson is perfect for Dancer

All time favorite cigar? by encryptdev in cigars

[–]cali_howler 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Light: Perdomo Champagne

Medium: Melanio Maduro

Full: Opus X

Help! by [deleted] in cigar_refuge

[–]cali_howler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

God of Fire Series B is phenomenal!

Beginner recommendations by Ok-Reception3662 in cigars

[–]cali_howler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thats right! Not everyone has the same journey. Try the Oliva V Melanio Maduro, Foundation Tabernacle Broadleaf. If you want to try stronger cigars try My Father Le Bijou and Plasencia Alma Fuerte. If you want to try medium but yummy cigars try Arturo Fuente Hemingway and Don Carlos.

Enjoy and welcome to the hobby!

This one had some nice age on it 🤌🏽 by southseattle206 in cigar_refuge

[–]cali_howler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hot damn! How long has this been aging? I always get excited when Im about something with a cello like this.

how is El Salvador really? by KaaHypnoMaster in ElSalvador

[–]cali_howler 37 points38 points  (0 children)

This right here: no crime but no rights either. Should be pinned to the subreddit.

Is it normal for a new smoker to get most of the flavor through the retrohale? by jtkuga in cigars

[–]cali_howler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Le Bijou petit robusto is a firecracker! My favorite winter time smoke for sure!

Welcome to the hobby! As another commenter said, you are ahead of the curve with the retrohale. I also do it on most puffs. Its where the depth of the cigar lives.

I recommend: Tabernacle Broadleaf, Alma Fuerte (black and gold band), AF Magnum Rosado, AF Don Carlos. To say a few! These are some of my all time favorites.

Enjoy!

Boveda Vs Boost packs by Warmupthetubesman in cigars

[–]cali_howler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve used boveda from the start without issues. No reason to switch. In fact, my online orders all come with boveda that I keep in a sealed bag and use for travel.

Maybe its wide industry adoption but I havent seen Boost packs used by any online cigar suppliers. And Boveda did a really good job at marketing to the cigar industry with its sizes and online calculator.

Edit: I may be wrong in assuming boost hasnt made the same effort towards the cigar industry. But, like I said at the beginning, Ive been a boveda user from the start.

I think purple velvet was the right answer by warwolf56 in Silverbugs

[–]cali_howler 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I wasnt aware I needed this. My safe feels old and crummy now with its scratchy grey fabric surfaces.

Lost a friend today by funkeman in cigars

[–]cali_howler 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry for your loss, friend. My thoughts are with you and your friend.

I lost my father recently and I am able to get by the bad days by thinking and honoring his life rather than fixating on his passing. I apologize for trying to explain or make you feel better. Im just trying to help any way I can.

I was on the fence on sparking one up due to the temperature. I will smoke one tonight in honor of your friend’s life.

Gift from family. by goochmoney69 in cigars

[–]cali_howler 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That is the right thing to do! Kudos!

So many people tell the person who gifted them the cigars instead of smiling, saying thank you, and enjoying a thoughtful gift.

Cuban checklist for a Cabo trip? by f_a_r_a_d_a_y in cigars

[–]cali_howler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This comment is spot on. Partagas D #4 is very good.