TL;DR: Husband. Father. Roman Catholic. Patriot. Craft Beer Fan. Whiskey Sipper. Cigar Smoker. Shooting Enthusiast. Happily Retired.
Written for fun not profit, this blog primarily serves as a personal journal to capture and celebrate life’s simple pleasures. It’s a place for reflections on the craft beers and whiskies savored, fine cigars enjoyed, travel adventures, time spent at the range, and the cherished moments shared with family.
Few things compare to the tranquility of spending an hour or two with a well-crafted cigar, reflecting on days past or envisioning days ahead. Whether in solitude or shared with friends, the rich aromas, complex flavors, storied history, and meticulous craftsmanship of handcrafted cigars create a uniquely satisfying experience.
These moments are often paired with a craft beer or a good whiskey. The artistry and dedication behind brewing and distilling mirror the skill and care that go into cigar-making. Perhaps that’s why the two pair so harmoniously. This blog explores those connections, examining the interplay between cigars, beers, and spirits that elevate these simple joys into memorable experiences.
I also enjoy shooting, both for recreation and as a means of maintaining the skills necessary for self-defense. These days, opportunities to get to the range are less frequent, but I still enjoy an occasional range trip, training class, or match when time and circumstances permit.
From time to time, these musings also venture beyond cigars, whiskey, and beer into subjects that matter to me, including the Second Amendment, religious freedom, patriotism, and the responsibilities that come with living in a free society. I am proud to be an American and deeply appreciative of the liberties and traditions that have shaped this country. Not every post will be about cigars and spirits; sometimes the things worth pondering have little to do with either.
And through it all, I am fortunate to share this life with a beautiful and loving wife and our wonderful son and daughter-in-law. Family is perhaps the greatest of life’s blessings, and you’ll find occasional reflections here on family, memories, travels, and the experiences we share together. As life moves into its next chapters, those relationships and the time we spend together are among the things I value most.
Cheers,
David

what year did you graduate VPI?
ReplyDeleteNot me. Our son and my money went to Tech. We remain fans and season ticket holders.
DeleteSaw your posting about your match visit to Cavalier. I wondered what part of Central Virginia you are in? Henrico resident and Cavalier member, myself.
ReplyDeleteI'm near Fredericksburg. Hope to run into you some day.
DeleteCheers!