Dubai’s Newest Mega-Hotel Is an Over-the-Top Ode to Geometry. Here’s a Look Inside.

Atlantis the Royal is finally open and packed with a slew of luxe amenities, including a 90-foot infinity pool. Dubai’s

Armed Georgia Man Stops Knife Attack That Wounded Three Women in Suburban Atlanta

“He stopped the threat. He did shoot the suspect.” Those are the words of Union City, Georgia Police Captain Prentice

An Explanation

Dear Wise & Shine Readers: As some of you might have noticed, I’ve been mostly away from the site in

Fusilli and Roasted Cauliflower

This is a wonderful recipe with very few items that deliver a full punch of flavor.  I had a head

Cambridge Central School Drama Club Presents “Into the Woods” at Hubbard Hall

Announcing Into the Woods! Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Book by James Lapine. Directed by Katherine Danforth. Musical Direction

Favorite Woodworking Planes–Partner Planes

Stanley #3 and #5 1/4 Partner planes are planes of different lengths that have interchangeable parts, from the blades on

Southern Gents Hamilton Double Monkstrap Shoe

Good footwear will always bring the best out of your work ensemble. The Southern Gents Hamilton Double Monkstrap Shoe is

Becket Atheneum

Stopped in at the Becket Atheneum and spent some time in the historical room. A beautiful historic building with friendly

Bull Rock in Russell

Bull Rock in Russell village of Woronoco and exploring the banks along the Westfield River. #hikethehilltownhistory#hikethehilltowns with the #… Bull

Russell Quartz Quarry on Holiday Hill

If you read anything at all about the geology in Western Mass, it is fascinating. This area is plentiful in

THE ORIGIN OF SAINT VALENTINE’S DAY

Tons of people worldwide celebrate Valentine’s Day on the 14th of February, but what is its origin?, and is it

Maritza Carrillo González Named Co-President of Habanos S.A.

This is the first time that Habanos S.A. has named a woman to the top leadership position. Sources tell halfwheel

I travelled 152 miles to visit Cigar Lounge Derby, and wow what a place!

On a recent cold winter’s day in December, I travelled from London to the East Midlands over 152 miles to

Looking back on my cigar journey since starting this blog

Exactly two years ago, I started this blog about my cigar experiences and wow, what a journey I’ve had so

Sunday Pipes, #86

A new organ, played by a new organist (new to this page) It is short and sweet as I’m heading

Black Market Filthy Hooligan Barber Pole and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock Now Shipping to Appointed Tobacconists .

A Hooligan Barber Pole and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock Now Shipping to Appointed Tobacconists Hooligan Barber Pole and Filthy Hooligan Shamrock Now

Massachusetts will have a ‘very active weather week,’ snow and wintry mix could be on the way

Sunshine and spring lovers, look away. An active weather pattern is about to bring several shots for precipitation this week

Karaoke Night

Today’s post is a little different than my normal posts. Believe it or not, there is NO food involved at

Random Words and Sentences

Written for: Poetic Bloomings2 – Prompt #426: Getting Your Exercise “Exercise In Poetic Thought” appeared in April of 2019. The

Lifestyle: Doggone

Lifestyle: Mandi. Keep Smoking

HVC Black Friday 2022

The latest addition to HVC’s Black Friday Series also happens to be the first release in that series to be

Flesh & Blood TCG and Felt Table

If you like what I do and want to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee I have

Upper Realm

Cigars boxes come in all shapes and sizes, but there aren’t many cigar boxes that contain more than 50 cigars.

Cigar events: Havana festival

Cigar events: We had a Cuban afternoon. Keep Smoking

Davidoff Murano Glass Ashtray

For more than a year, I’ve been looking for an ashtray that is visually interesting, designed for one cigar, and