We are just in from the coast, but it is only about a 15 minute cab ride (about $4) or bus ride ($2) to get to the coast. I love going there and just sitting with my pipe and watching the ships go by. Istanbul is located at the junction where the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea open into the Mediterranean, so there is a LOT of traffic with large and small ships.
Half of the city of Istanbul is on the European continent and half of the city is in Asia, and the best of everything comes together there. The food is absolutely amazing.
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
Brother, I'm a little jealous. The foods, variety of cultures, and people look amazing there. What an adventure! Post up some pics of some of the wild stuff you see! Make sure to pack up all your smokes nice and tight
Brother, I'm a little jealous. The foods, variety of cultures, and people look amazing there. What an adventure! Post up some pics of some of the wild stuff you see! Make sure to pack up all your smokes nice and tight
When I opened the forum to post something in this thread, I saw that you two had commented on my trips. Istanbul is an amazing city...and it just ranked as the 2018 cheapest city to visit/vacation in. It has amazing architecture and a storied history for nerds like me to get lost in. And the food is fantastic!
As as I have posted in a few other threads, I am currently packing and preparing to move there.
@GaryThompson, don’t worry...I have one large suitcase that is just for my cigars, pipes, and accessories! I will buy new humidors when I’m settled in there.
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
I had no idea how much stuff I had until I started selling and giving away stuff in prep for my move.
For several years I have been repairing and refurbishing old cowboy boots, then I got into selling new ones as well. With many requests for other items that expanded into selling jeans, ladies and children’s shoes, and various other items. One guy with a local boutique came two days ago and bought a full sized truck load (extended cab and bed full) of new women’s and children’s shoes, boots and clothing. There’s an equal amount of men’s jeans and shoes left that he hasn’t gotten yet.
I still I’ll have to sort through my personal boot and shoe collection and decide what I can and can’t live without
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
I had no idea how much stuff I had until I started selling and giving away stuff in prep for my move.
For several years I have been repairing and refurbishing old cowboy boots, then I got into selling new ones as well. With many requests for other items that expanded into selling jeans, ladies and children’s shoes, and various other items. One guy with a local boutique came two days ago and bought a full sized truck load (extended cab and bed full) of new women’s and children’s shoes, boots and clothing. There’s an equal amount of men’s jeans and shoes left that he hasn’t gotten yet.
I still I’ll have to sort through my personal boot and shoe collection and decide what I can and can’t live without
Very neat as I love cowboy boots. Got an old pair of Tony Lama bullhides that are about worn out and a pair of Luchesse 2000 black cowhide from my Dad but they are about half a size big so I have to wear two sets of thick socks with them. Always wanted a pair of full quill ostrich as I love how they look.
"When walking in open territory bother no one. If someone bothers you, ask them to stop. If they do not stop, destroy them."
I sold 3 pairs of ostrich quill boots in the past year. I just finished work on a pair of pre-ban Tony Lama elephant skin boots from the early 70’s. They had only been worn about 3-4 times and I got them for a steal. I always hate working on boots that are my size because I always want to keep them! I have them sitting on the back of my couch with a pair of Tony Lama shark skin boots that I bought at the same time. They also are in near mint condition. I don’t see how someone can buy boots and only wear them 3-4 times in 40+ years
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
Bro, you are bringing back some serious memories! My Gramps was from East TX, and used to rock the Gator, Ostrich, Rattler and Lord knows what else kind of boots. Always pointed, always cut heel and SHINY, sometimes with caps on the toes. I grew up in CA and as a kid, I was sooo fascinated by them and was always staring and trying to touch them when he wore them. I miss that crazy Texican everyday and will be reminding my family about those boots, tomorrow! Good luck.
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
It’s taken me weeks to sell/donate/and pack all of my furniture and clothes, but I’m finally finished. Now all that’s left is to pack up my cigars and pipes for the flight back to Istanbul to my new home.
I will travel back to GA every 3-4 months to visit, restock my cigars, and bomb someone here with some cigars and Raki (Turkish liquor).
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
It’s taken me weeks to sell/donate/and pack all of my furniture and clothes, but I’m finally finished. Now all that’s left is to pack up my cigars and pipes for the flight back to Istanbul to my new home.
I will travel back to GA every 3-4 months to visit, restock my cigars, and bomb someone here with some cigars and Raki (Turkish liquor).
Safe travels and congrats on your next chapter. Don't forget to send pics now and again!!!
It’s taken me weeks to sell/donate/and pack all of my furniture and clothes, but I’m finally finished. Now all that’s left is to pack up my cigars and pipes for the flight back to Istanbul to my new home.
I will travel back to GA every 3-4 months to visit, restock my cigars, and bomb someone here with some cigars and Raki (Turkish liquor).
Safe travels and congrats on your next chapter. Don't forget to send pics now and again!!!
@Trish I’ve had a few requests to update my Instagram and post many pictures. I will start when I get settled in. I have tons of pictures already, including a bunch of the ice sheets and glaciers from my flights over Greenland. I will get it started then invite y’all to check it out
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
@peter4jcThey are very harsh to people with drugs! I would not dare even try. LOL
@jd50ae it is my brother @RBeckom that sent you the walking stick.
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset "A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you."Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
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If you want to bomb me send it to Tony @0patience
If you are a newbie I got Dem nachos....
Half of the city of Istanbul is on the European continent and half of the city is in Asia, and the best of everything comes together there. The food is absolutely amazing.
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
As as I have posted in a few other threads, I am currently packing and preparing to move there.
@GaryThompson, don’t worry...I have one large suitcase that is just for my cigars, pipes, and accessories! I will buy new humidors when I’m settled in there.
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
For several years I have been repairing and refurbishing old cowboy boots, then I got into selling new ones as well. With many requests for other items that expanded into selling jeans, ladies and children’s shoes, and various other items. One guy with a local boutique came two days ago and bought a full sized truck load (extended cab and bed full) of new women’s and children’s shoes, boots and clothing. There’s an equal amount of men’s jeans and shoes left that he hasn’t gotten yet.
I still I’ll have to sort through my personal boot and shoe collection and decide what I can and can’t live without
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
I will travel back to GA every 3-4 months to visit, restock my cigars, and bomb someone here with some cigars and Raki (Turkish liquor).
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
Thumper has arrived. Thanks so much. I am not going to shorten it at all, great weight and comfortable to use..
@jd50ae it is my brother @RBeckom that sent you the walking stick.
"Any cigar smoker is friend, because I know how he feels." Alfred de Musset
"A fine cigar is just like a woman. If you don't light it up just right and suck on it with a certain frequency, it will go out on you." Unknown
“A pipe is to the troubled soul what caresses of a mother are for her suffering child.” Indian Proverb
Thank you for clearing that up, I have been very confused to say the least.
My apologies.