Veterans Day

It seems like we have a lot of holidays which reflect on the military - Veterans Day, Memorial Day, and July 4th. Veterans Day is a special day, in that we appreciate those who are still among us. I am most impressed by those who serve willingly and who do not demand or solicit recognition. The men and women who give their prime years to defend and protect what we hold so dear. Some is made of the Veteran, but so little is made of the service. "To serve others" seems to be a Christian tenant and it's application is reminiscent of Christ's service and love for mankind. Service for others and not ourselves - the most noble of all services!

The remarkable thing is that we really love our neighbor as ourselves: we do unto others as we do unto ourselves. We hate others when we hate ourselves. We are tolerant toward others when we tolerate ourselves. We forgive others when we forgive ourselves. We are prone to sacrifice others when we are ready to sacrifice ourselves. Eric Hoffer: 1902-1983, American Author, Philosopher

Offering a cigar can be a pleasant service to those we encounter. It is to offer friendship and good camaraderie. It is to offer sweet fellowship and bonding. It is to offer time together - and that is the most loving offer one can make for another. The time offered in the name of National Service is but a part of the time we have, but it is a significant part.

The cigar I would like to dedicate to Veterans (and my close friend and fellow herfer- Thomas Rendon) is the Gurkha Ancient Warrior (Brazilian Puro) 1st edition. Mine came with a large purple and small purple double band. I found the wrapper to be thick and tasty. I could taste the slight leathery pepper and delicate sweet cedar woodiness with a hint of caramel. Mine also had several years age as they have been out of production for some time.
Stogie Reviews Feb 2007 had this to say: "The prelight aroma was light and pleasant; touched by flame, it was even nicer. The smoke was silky and smooth. From start to finish, there were many tastes: a little pepper, some leather, hay, cedar, caramel, vanilla." I, myself would recommend it based on size, construction, and taste - as well as overall quality.

Once again - I wanted to thank all those who have sacrificially served in the US Military, we appreciate what you have done. We realize that there was and is a cost to maintain the freedoms, security, and liberty we all enjoy. Thanks