The Lost Pig

[BigGuns]

I think it's time to overstimulate the senses and passions a little bit - take a relatively longer ride on the bike to a favorite shooting spot and then pop off some rounds while puffing on one of your more preferred cigars. Wine and dine her a little bit and she'll love you back...

Overindulge a little!

[MontrealRon]

I just wanted to make that perfectly clear!!! -LOL

And thanks Ross, it does. I have not smoked in a few days now... not like me, I have been known to smoke 3 a day and I am now wondering what it will be when I smoke. Will it be one of the cigars from my friend Bart? Will I find that box of Punch SS#2 that Ken reminded me about? There is behemoth cigar that Rob gave me in Vegas that he got right off the roller's table. I don't even remember what it is now! I think it will have to be something out of my ordinary realm. I think that is a good idea.

I have not had a Bolivar PC in a while, perhaps it is time to open a new cab. Since I have not been buying cigars I have been a little weird about opening new boxes. My hoarding instinct is overtaking my, "I could be dead tomorrow" defining cigar mantra. I think that is part of the funk. I have never "saved" boxes. For what am I "saving" them for; my friends to divvy them up at my funeral? I have never though twice about breaking a box just to have one... why should it concern me now? The fact is... It shouldn't.

The good news is that I am thinking about having a cigar and not the contrary! That is part of the funk.

Anyone else with a suggestion on what to smoke?

When the right moment comes, if you have a humidor or box of mixed singles,

just stick your hand in blind and grab a cigar.

Imagine that you have never had one before.

Find a quiet, comfortable, peaceful spot, and smoke it slowly, without distraction.

Lose yourself in that timeless moment, just you and your smoke.

Once the two of you have re-bonded, you can then get back to your regular routine,

renewed and refreshed.

Just make sure there are no non-Cubans in that humidor,

or you might be ruined for life!!!

[Jimmy2]

Try a 08 RASS full of flavor all that i have smoked (lots of sweet flavors with some spice) it will get you out of your slump !!!

[ChanceSchmerr]

Hey Piggy,

As a guy who follows your lead in smoking more thinner-ring cigars of late, I'd go outside the box and have something you havn't had in a while, but not crazy (for you) like some fat robusto or something...

How about an A-size cigar like Monte A or SP Sanchos. A nice long smoke to re-acquaint you with the pleasures within.

Just don't read the review i'm about to post.....

Best of luck, and don't change from the Piggy we all know and appreciate!

Well....at least I appreciate! Tell-it-like-is-guys are few and far between these days.

[El Presidente]

Harden Up Pig

.....you know when you are concerned about the lack of urge for a cigar.....that things aren't all that bad

I go two days a week without a cigar. Have gone two weeks. Palate needs a break just as you don't eat steak every night....no matter how great it is, the utility derived diminishes.

[PigFish]

Harden Up Pig

.....you know when you are concerned about the lack of urge for a cigar.....that things aren't all that bad

I go two days a week without a cigar. Have gone two weeks. Palate needs a break just as you don't eat steak every night....no matter how great it is, the utility derived diminishes.

Talk about lack of empathy from a brother! Rob, I prefer you with a drink in your hand!!! The loss of 15 lbs. doesn't make me feel better about you either!

**** this... I am starting a gun thread!

[laficion]

Hi Piggy,

I have had ,sometimes, this feeling of "ennui" which is in a way, quit frustrating because no cigar will do, but for me,

there is only one solution and that is to get together with some good friends who smoke cigars and enjoy some time with them in a convivial atmosphere. To share a good moment with friends is important, reorganizing the world, listening to what others have to say, to have some good laughs together and why not, even have some moments of "tristesse". Let your friends make the first step in lighting up their cigars , don't light up yours yet, let the atmosphere take control of you, allow the conversation about the cigars and the different tastes bring on an urge and that desire to light up your cigar and to share in good company.

Smoking a cigar alone and to meditate is fine.

Smoking a cigar while sharing your thoughts with others is better and may even be a good therapy.

my 2 euro cents worth

[Mr Peales]

I have had this same apathetic feeling about my cigars on occasion. I have reached for the rarest or most delectable and that barely helps for as long as those cigars are lit. It's sort of a waste to smoke anything. Once I blamed it on super-dry winter air and once on palette fatigue. I suspect that neither of these are to blame. It's probably a host of factors as some of the previous posts suggest. "When in doubt, go without".

[Shelby07]

My crystal ball predicts that there will be many more cigars in your future.

[Professor Twain]

I find that when the lack of desire is a problem, there are several solutions.

First of all, immerse yourself in fantasy. Allow yourself to dream. Look at amazing options that you know you will never touch. But dream that they are yours.

Second, try something new. Totally new. Get away from the old familiar. You may have to go to some length to find something new and unfamiliar, but take the time. Take the risk.

Third, abandon yourself to the experience. Enjoy it without any distractions, without drinks or worries or television. Leave the lights on so that you can see every inch as it disappears.

Of course I am talking about cigars...

[LeafLover]

Why didn't I think about this before! Smoke you least favorite cigar you have.....twice. Notice I dared not say "crappiest cigar in your humi" because I'm sure you don't keep crappy cigars. Then light up one of your faves. Shock your system. Then go to your "go-to's" that you know you consistently enjoy.

Seriously. Not making a joke at all because I've been through the frustration you are going through.

If not, the perhaps only time will pull you out of the funk.

Wondering....do you think male porn stars ever get in this type of funK?

[smll2]

Ray,

If you had responded to my last email you might not be in this funk. I'm still here for you brother!!!

Tom

[android]

I find that when the lack of desire is a problem, there are several solutions.

First of all, immerse yourself in fantasy. Allow yourself to dream. Look at amazing options that you know you will never touch. But dream that they are yours.

Second, try something new. Totally new. Get away from the old familiar. You may have to go to some length to find something new and unfamiliar, but take the time. Take the risk.

Third, abandon yourself to the experience. Enjoy it without any distractions, without drinks or worries or television. Leave the lights on so that you can see every inch as it disappears.

Of course I am talking about cigars...

[PigFish]

Ray,

If you had responded to my last email you might not be in this funk. I'm still here for you brother!!!

Tom

Tom, I am sorry; I must have missed something Amigo! I replied to all that I can recall but I am not flawless and can easily have missed an email. If I don't reply it is probably my fault and the fact that I mistakenly deleted or overlooked something. If you don't here from me and you need an answer don't be bashful about sending me a repeat. Rest assured if I don't want to talk to someone I will tell them so, I don't purposely ignore emails. My apologies. -Ray

[smll2]

Tom, I am sorry; I must have missed something Amigo! I replied to all that I can recall but I am not flawless and can easily have missed an email. If I don't reply it is probably my fault and the fact that I mistakenly deleted or overlooked something. If you don't here from me and you need an answer don't be bashful about sending me a repeat. Rest assured if I don't want to talk to someone I will tell them so, I don't purposely ignore emails. My apologies. -Ray

Ray,

I sent it from my work email...and since I didn't hear back...I figured it didn't make it to you inbox...maybe spam...or a quick delete which we all do. I'm going to send it again to your gmail address momentarily. No apologies needed whatsoever. We all know your not shy which accounts for your piggyness. I assumed you didn't recieve.

Tom

[smll2]

email sent to your gmail address.

[Wiley]

Smoking funks... yep, I've had them. I don't smoke my way out of them. I just wait a few minutes and they go away.

Okay, a couple of weeks. Or maybe a month. I can never recall later why. But I'll look outside and see a beautiful day, and with a glass of port or a favorite beer in one hand and a trusty Cuban in the other I'll be outside in bliss as quick as a wink.

[OZCUBAN]

Hi Ray

I feel a bit like you do from time to time,(and not just cigars ) but the good news is it passes,

Remember...."The Sun will always rise again".

Cheers Oz

(Steve)

[Mel]

Ray you recall about over a year ago I was in quite a funk and cigars were not turning me on as they had. I had some other life issues that heavily played into that. Do get your head up and look around for the real problems.

Oh you say all is well? Then I say you are a spoiled and arrogant pig way to accustomed to living the high life and in need of a good pruning. Love ya! Give a call anytime and talk to me like a dog if that'll help. Sorry i missed your thread.

Smoke three Swisher Sweets, crush your balls in the safe door and then a good Cuban stogie should hit the spot.

[PigFish]

Ray you recall about over a year ago I was in quite a funk and cigars were not turning me on as they had. I had some other life issues that heavily played into that. Do get your head up and look around for the real problems.

Oh you say all is well? Then I say you are a spoiled and arrogant pig way to accustomed to living the high life and in need of a good pruning. Love ya! Give a call anytime and talk to me like a dog if that'll help. Sorry i missed your thread.

Smoke three Swisher Sweets, crush your balls in the safe door and then a good Cuban stogie should hit the spot.

Mel, my brother I always love your perspective. I think you are right in that it is not just cigars getting me down. Rob is also right... I need to stop drooling on my shoes! Many have been right in taking a break and opening something new. I would explain and complain but it is not like my family and friends had just perished in a 7.0 quake. It is amazing what some of us consider strife! I am often a terrible offender of an out of focus perspective.

It does seem to appear that regardless my mood that my pompous nature is the bedrock of my being. Next time I need a reminder I will give you a jingle, or just jab a stick into that crescent cutout of your outhouse door and rattle it around a bit! I will try and call you over the next few days and we can catch up. I hope all is well with you and yours.

When can I expect the next shipment of deer jerky? Love you Mate! -Ray

[Mel]

Sir Pig, I can tell you are already coming around a bit. I have a brand new dehydrator that needs to be broke in so you are first on the list.

How did you know that the "out house=pool bath" has crescent moon hanging on it?? I love to **** out there with a gar in hand on summer eveings.