Habanakane21 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 If you're like me it's hard to find the time to meet up with friends to enjoy a smoke during the work week. So I normally find myself smoking alone. Just curious what everyone does while they're HOME ALONE! I'm fortunate enough to be finished with work around 1pm everyday so I have plenty of time to have maybe two cigars per day. In my "Smoking Lounge" (converted garage) I have a sofa, smoking lounge chair and 3 TV's so I find myself watching tons of baseball at the moment. I usually get on my laptop while I'm watch sports. My kids have been trained not to bug me while I'm in the "Cave", as they call it. Although I prefer Rum or Whiskey with my cigar, my most frequent beverage has to be water. I don't drink soda, I wake up to early to be drinking alcohol and I usually drink coffee with a morning PLPC on the weekends. What about all my fellow FoH'er? What keeps you occupied while smoking alone and what's your most frequent beverage?
jesseo81 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I tend to smoke on the front porch, just watching what's going on. I live in a residential neighborhood with lots of families, so now that the weather is warming up I just watch the kids play and talk with the neighbors. Sometimes I'll pull my laptop out and surf the internet or get some work done, but I find that can interfere with the enjoyment of the smoke. In the winter I'll go for a walk to stay warm.
kgoings Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I smoke by myself almost 75% of the time. My wife will come out and join me for a good majority of the other 25%. I very seldom get to meet up with other BOTL...not many I can find here in Arizona. I usually grab a nice glass of Merlot and just enjoy the serenity. But I will also some times take my laptop outside and stream the latest Formula 1 race, Motocross/Supercross race or if there is an American Football game on. But mostly just enjoy the serenity.
Zuma44 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 On weekdays, I smoke pretty much around the same time, somewhere between 5-7pm. Always by myself out in my back yard, sometimes my kids will come out there and play a while, but most often it's just by myself. I have a TV out there and I have to say, the best part of my day usually happens right there, watching SportsCenter, catching up on all my highlights and enjoying a quality smoke. (I have to admit that by 3pm I'm usually checking my watch anxiously waiting for 5pm to roll around.) Usually I'll smoke with a glass of red wine, or really cold sparkling water is good too. On weekends I like to mix it up just a bit, maybe I'll smoke in the morning with some coffee or later in the evening at a local cigar lounge, or whatever, it's all good.
Puros Y Vino Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I like to relax with a nice glass of Cognac or Port, which are not listed BTW. . Otherwise some Scotch will do nicely.
Habanakane21 Posted April 12, 2011 Author Posted April 12, 2011 I like to relax with a nice glass of Cognac or Port, which are not listed BTW. . Otherwise some Scotch will do nicely. Crap, I'll add those. I love port too
sblevit Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I get a lot of reading for work done at night while smoking.
bstarrs Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 You should add listening to music. I usually sit on my front porch with a cigar and a beer or glass of rum and listen to my ipod and just relax. Sometimes in the summer i'll take my laptop out on the back patio and watch a movie or surf the internet.
Habanakane21 Posted April 12, 2011 Author Posted April 12, 2011 You're exactly right. Don't know how I missed that one. Just added 2 more options.
Stalebread Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Generally I smoke alone -- I read a book and drink hot tea. (although I voted water) Once in awhile I write or sketch. When I can sit outside at a cafe, I just relax and watch the passersby.
LeafLover Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Water, flavored iced tea National Geographic, FOH, cigars-review.org, Boston Celtics blogs, and watching movies on the laptop. I'll watch my favorites over and over again: Last Samurai, Underworld (Kate Beckinsale is hot), Tombstone, etc. Oh, and 50 First Dates. That's right, I said it. Best romantic comedy ever made, and shot in Hawaii to boot.
CBL Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 My favorite TV show(s) with some water or tea. I also often do my homework accompanied by a cigar (clears my mind )
Warren Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Sit in the dark weeping and wondering why my friends never turned up to smoke cigars with me
Rogers72 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I smoke alone about 50% of the time and it is typically by choice as I really do enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, i love smoking with good friends as well but there are times that it does me well to be alone. I will usually drink the same that I would if i were amongst friends: Scotch, Wine, etc. I will surf the net, read a book, listen to music, OR just enjoy the peace and quiet of my own company. There is way too much noise in our lives and everyone needs a little time alone with some peace and quiet.
ckearns Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Nice topic, Kane. For the most part, I smoke by myself in the late afternoon or evening. I'll usually have the radio/ipod on and enjoy the scenery. I usually enjoy having a scotch with my smoke, but I've been adding more coffee and waters lately after learning how well they go with a cigar.
CigarB Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Currently I've been listening to baseball games on my phone. Got the MLB app that lets you listen to any game with either the home or away local broadcast crew. It's great, sitting outside listening to a baseball game in the warming weather.
bob25 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I usually smoke alone too, none of my friends smokes cigars so I don't have someone to share my hobby with. I usually drink PORT and listen to some good music. I don't like to watch TV while I'm smoking,I sit on the porch and watch the view,it helps me to relax after a stressful day at work.
bassman Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I mostly smoke alone. Taking a walk or listening to music are my favorite things to do. Sometimes serenity is nice too. Playing music while smoking a cigar is no fun. Play a 20 minute Whipping Post & my cigar goes out.
ducksofdeath Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I don't know if I am every really "alone" at home, since I have 2 dogs... so when I smoke cigars I tend to end up on the back deck throwing the ol' tennis ball for them.
fbiguy Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 When the weather is nice, I have a great swing on the front porch that is shaded. When it's too hot, I float around the pool. When it's cool out, it's time to hit the spa. Drinks and music vary based on the season, usually whiskey of some variety. Although beer works well in the more extreme temps. Murphy's Irish Stout in the winter and Victoria in the summer come readily to mind. Now if I could just get out of this office sooner........
investandprosper Posted April 13, 2011 Posted April 13, 2011 I retire to the cave (garage converted to an office of sorts) when it's time for a cigar. I'll either get some work done, or browse cigar forums. If it's during the day, ice water is the beverage of choice (doesn't compete with the flavors of the cigar). If it's after 5pm, I would reach for a single malt, wine, or Hendricks. Best part about being in the garage is that I don't get bothered. My wife hates the smell, and there's a kid-proof door knob on the door
Zuma44 Posted April 13, 2011 Posted April 13, 2011 Currently I've been listening to baseball games on my phone. Got the MLB app that lets you listen to any game with either the home or away local broadcast crew. It's great, sitting outside listening to a baseball game in the warming weather. Just checked out the MLB app - thanks for the suggestion! Great way to enjoy a smoke.
Zuma44 Posted April 13, 2011 Posted April 13, 2011 When the weather is nice, I have a great swing on the front porch that is shaded. When it's too hot, I float around the pool. When it's cool out, it's time to hit the spa. Drinks and music vary based on the season, usually whiskey of some variety. Although beer works well in the more extreme temps. Murphy's Irish Stout in the winter and Victoria in the summer come readily to mind. Now if I could just get out of this office sooner........ One of my favorites, floating in the pool in summer time with a good cigar is amazing, nothing quite like it. My friend and I call it "Soak-N-Smoke".
Bartolomeo Posted April 13, 2011 Posted April 13, 2011 Smoke alone 90% of the time with ice tea, beer or sparkling H2O Other 10% is on the road for work or with friends and cocktails Bart
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