11/22/08 Front Range Troop Herf

[imported_macms]

Sponsored by Cigar Caddy

See posting on CA in the Herf forum for details. Thanks

[zmancbr]

Sounds great Fred. I can't wait to be there! :mrgreen:

I posted over there about a carpool so if we wanna ride together lemme know... I have 3 spots open in my car. :mrgreen:

[physiognomy]

A big thanks to Jamie & Fred for putting this together! Dawn & I will definitely be there...

[imported_macms]

Jamie has only received 2 confirmations for this herf. Anyone else interested? I'd hate to tell Jamie to cancel this. Thanks.

[drjammer]

Sorry, I can't make this one :(

[moglman]

I didn't see Jamie asking for PMs. It would be easier to keep a list of those that will attend. If you are not a member of Cigar Asylum and don't want to be, but are interested in a Ft. Collins herf to help the troops, post your name here and we'll add it to the list.

Here's the link to make it easier for all FRHs to find!
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=1914

[zmancbr]

Are we supposed to RSVP for it? If so put me down. I am in! :mrgreen:

[GAZHOG]

Added mine to the list also......jeez did not think I would get yelled at this early! :oops:
:D :D :D

[zmancbr]

I Pmed Jamie over on CA... 8)

[jcarlton]

I Pmed Jamie over on CA... 8)

Me too, on Wednesday. Come on guys get those RSVP's in so we can herf with Jamie and put some CRS packs together.

[physiognomy]

Sorry, I didn't see Jamie's post... PM sent to RSVP for Dawn & I.

[tdp]

I am tentative ... if I can't make it, would someone be willing to take a package of cigars from me to add to the collection?

[moglman]

BTW, I have some cigars coming for this from Altadis. We will see if they show this time. I'll hope against hope that they aren't dogz but at least we'll be packing. Here's Tyler's rant against Altadis on BOTL. http://www.botl.org/community/forums/sh ... hp?t=22499 (http://www.botl.org/community/forums/showthread.php?t=22499). I happen to agree with you Bro.

[Spect]

Not registered there. Cut and paste maybe? :D

[zmancbr]

Not registered there. Cut and paste maybe? :D

n00b... it isn't a bad site, but I don't post much there... probably the only site I don't whore one...

"So I go into work today and see this poster and a pamphlet from Altadis. A co-worker tells me I should check it out because I would get a kick out of it. It's about Montecristo cigars, and how to spot counterfeits. I thought it was a little odd, because domestic Montes suck and I had no idea why anybody would want to counterfeit them. I read a little more, and Altadis is saying how they own the name Montecristo, and that ANY other Montecristo cigars are counterfeits, including the ones made in Cuba! They say that they own the name Montecristo, and any other Montecristo cigars are absolute violations of their intellectual property rights. It even goes into detail about the Cuban seals and holograms, telling you that if you own a box of CUBAN Montecristos that they are counterfeits!!!
What a bunch of pompous assholes over at Altadis! I can't believe they would even think about saying such a thing, let alone provide brochures and posters on it! If anyone was naive enough to smoke their shit sticks before, they probably won't after they see this bullshit! Absolutely horrendous what they are doing. Altadis is a greedy company, and their cigars suck. No fucking way I'm going to recommend an Altadis cigar to anyone again (as if I have done it before!). Really bad move on Altadis' part. I cannot express how shitty of a move this is. If it were possible for Altadis to move down a notch in my book, they would have done so after this crap. Altadis, you're a shit company, run by shit people, and you make shit cigars.


TYLER"

Pretty damn funny if you ask me! :mrgreen:

[jcarlton]

Now that's a rant. :mrgreen:

But I can't help but like the Monty Whites.

[zmancbr]

Now that's a rant. :mrgreen:

But I can't help but like the Monty Whites.


Yeah it is lol... and a damn funny one too... :mrgreen:

[Halon]

Glad you guys enjoyed the rant. If you had to actually deal with Altadis, you'd know what a piece of shit company they are. We currently have NO Montes, RyJs, etc. in stock because they're all pricks. But hey, if they give you free cigars for a herf, go for it! I'd never turn down a free smoke.

As for the November herf, I might be able to make it for a little bit. I work at 2pm, but since it's in FoCo already I will probably show up at noon and duck out around 1:45 for work. Is it at the Cigar Caddy HQ? I'll see if Mondo wants to sponsor it with some free coffee, too. I know he posted a thread around here somewhere about it.


TYLER

[zmancbr]

Yeah I think it is out off Mulberry there in Foco... Hope you can make it for a bit. :mrgreen:

[opusfxd]

I'll jet over to CA tonight with an RSVP.

[mojo65]

Id love to attend but I'll be on the road tell a week or so before Christmas..... Once I go back out. :(

[tdp]

Ok, I adjusted my Thanksgiving travel plans a touch and registered over at CA so I can rsvp. I'll be headed up for the 11/22 herf. Any tips on troop herf customs? I was planning on showing up with a good bundle of smokes and the like, but I'm fairly sure there's more to it than that ;)

[opusfxd]

Ok, I adjusted my Thanksgiving travel plans a touch and registered over at CA so I can rsvp. I'll be headed up for the 11/22 herf. Any tips on troop herf customs? I was planning on showing up with a good bundle of smokes and the like, but I'm fairly sure there's more to it than that ;)
Smile!! Have fun and enjoy yourself. Well, that's my plan anyways.

[tdp]

Hell I think I can do that ...

[mdn]

I'll try to make it.

Mark

[zmancbr]

Once it gets closer we can all start talking about a car pool plan... I think that would make it easier if we took as few cars as possible since it is quite a drive for some of you peeps... :mrgreen:

[LordOfWu]

Officially added my name on CA, this should be fun!

[zmancbr]

Officially added my name on CA, this should be fun!


hell yeah it should... I can't wait! :mrgreen:

[opusfxd]

Hmmm, lets see.... BBQ, Beer, Smokes AND TROOPS?!?!?!?!? This will be more than just fun.

[moglman]

I received 3 boxes from Altadis today, for better or worse. 1 x Montectisto Churchills and 2 x Trinidad Belicosos. I'll bring them to the herf.

It's funny but I recall a time when I would have been thrilled opening the box and seeing three boxes of smokes. I guess I'm just jaded any more.

[physiognomy]

..It's funny but I recall a time when I would have been thrilled opening the box and seeing three boxes of smokes. I guess I'm just jaded any more.

lol... I understand. Some good stuff to share around & something to add to the troop effort. We must thank them.

[opusfxd]

You guys are seriously warping our perceived reality. :mrgreen:

[zmancbr]

I am rapidly becoming jaded Scott... I have 7 boxes of CCs inbound right now and I might order another 2-4 here soon... idk yet lol... :mrgreen:

Someone needs to stop me!! :twisted:

[physiognomy]

... I have 7 boxes inbound right now...

Pffft... Newb! ;)

[moglman]

...Someone needs to stop me!! :twisted:

At this time of year, it's only going to get worse with more and more sales. Be thankful you're in a position to take advantage of these once in a lifetime prices.

[zmancbr]

...Someone needs to stop me!! :twisted:

At this time of year, it's only going to get worse with more and more sales. Be thankful you're in a position to take advantage of these once in a lifetime prices.


I am very thankful... I will have to slow down a bit here soon though... can't keep this pace up for too long lol... have to buy some presents with next month's check... :?

[csbrewfisher]

I really wish I could be there, but have an appointment at 2:00 that day. Damn the bad luck!

[Byrnebrew]

My wife and I will be coming up from the Springs Looking forward to meeting you all

[moglman]

My wife and I will be coming up from the Springs Looking forward to meeting you all
Excellent. I look forward to meeting you and your wife.

[sparky1957]

Not sure yet but I will talk with my fiance and see what we are doing hopefully I will be able to makes a trip down to Fort Collins :P

[opusfxd]

Not sure yet but I will talk with my fiance and see what we are doing hopefully I will be able to makes a trip down to Fort Collins :P
After today are you really sure she'll let you come and play with us again?

[imported_macms]

NOTICE

We will have an assembly line and each of you will have specific tasks on the line. I'm thinking we can build our minimum of 200 in a couple of hours max. At the moment this is how we intend to build the caddys:

Bottom layer

Each caddy will have a minimum of 2 cards and some will have 3. (They will be folded to fit.) Priority will be given to the cards and not candy, etc.
Xmas candy and/or other stuff to fit remaining space

Cigar cutter & matches in every caddy

Top Layer

5 cigars

On the top of the lid

We will tape a gift tag on the outside of the lid of every caddy with the corresponding card inside.

Here are the tasks:

Caddys will need to be removed from there shipping boxes and the plastic sleeve removed. Then we need to remove the retail display hanging tag. Its a plastic tag that allows the caddy to be hung on a retail display. It pops off using a pocket knife, etc.

Caddys are then opened and placed flat on our tables.

The top foam pad is removed and placed on the open lid.

Cards are folded and placed on the bottom of the caddy.

Cigar cutter and matches are placed next followed by candy, etc.

The divider pad is now placed on top and 5 cigars are placed on it.

The humidity device in the lid is charged.

The caddy is closed and a gift tag is taped on the lid.

5 caddys are placed in each APO Flat Rate box and then it is taped up.

Shipping label is applied along with the postage.

Have a drink and a cigar! :mrgreen:

Shipping

5 caddys per each USPS Flat Rate APO box. Each box needs to be folded and taped before packaging and then sealed afterward.

The USPS shipping label then needs to be applied to each box along with the postage. Customs forms and shipping labels will be printed in advance.


200 men/women will have something special this year thanks to you guys. Allow me be the first to perhaps say this...

Merry Christmas guys and thank you for everything you do.

[zmancbr]

I love it Fred and I am there for whatever we need to do...

If it takes more than 2 hours I'm still there. It is the least I can do for all that they do for us! :mrgreen:

[webjunkie]

Thanks for setting this up Fred, and to Jamie for sponsoring/hosting it.

I'm excited. A chance to do something good and attend my first herf.

[jcarlton]

This looks great Fred!!!

[GAZHOG]

Way to get this thread back on track!

Just wanted to know if there is anything that may be lacking such as gifts, cards, stogies, etc., that we could round up to make the packs just right?

Also, time to start figuring out ride arrangements, I am near 6th and Wadsworth.......

[jcarlton]

Way to get this thread back on track!

Just wanted to know if there is anything that may be lacking such as gifts, cards, stogies, etc., that we could round up to make the packs just right?

Also, time to start figuring out ride arrangements, I am near 6th and Wadsworth.......

Fred is going to be the best person to answer this question but I will give you what I understand to be needed (Fred, please correct me if I am wrong). You are needed!! Beyond that I am bringing a bundle of smokes and I bet others are doing the same. I think Jamie is going to shoot us a PM that says something like A-L bring a side dish and M-Z bring a dessert. Turn out for this herf is going to be big so you may want to bring something to carry extra cigars home in if I know our crew.

[tdp]

200 men/women will have something special this year thanks to you guys. Allow me be the first to perhaps say this...

Merry Christmas guys and thank you for everything you do.

Fred, you shouldn't be thanking us. It's the other way around. You deserve all the thanks in the world for organizing and putting this beast together. From that point of view, my job's easy -- bring some goodies and be willing to work.

[imported_macms]

Way to get this thread back on track!

Just wanted to know if there is anything that may be lacking such as gifts, cards, stogies, etc., that we could round up to make the packs just right?

Also, time to start figuring out ride arrangements, I am near 6th and Wadsworth.......

Fred is going to be the best person to answer this question but I will give you what I understand to be needed (Fred, please correct me if I am wrong). You are needed!! Beyond that I am bringing a bundle of smokes and I bet others are doing the same. I think Jamie is going to shoot us a PM that says something like A-L bring a side dish and M-Z bring a dessert. Turn out for this herf is going to be big so you may want to bring something to carry extra cigars home in if I know our crew.

What he said... :)

[jcarlton]

200 men/women will have something special this year thanks to you guys. Allow me be the first to perhaps say this...

Merry Christmas guys and thank you for everything you do.

Fred, you shouldn't be thanking us. It's the other way around. You deserve all the thanks in the world for organizing and putting this beast together. From that point of view, my job's easy -- bring some goodies and be willing to work.

Well said Travis!!!

[workinonit50]

I will be there. This will be a good first Herf and a very good cause. Let me know what I should bring.

[imported_macms]

Can anyone pick-up 200+ self-stick xmas bows?? I'll pay you Saturday for them. You can buy bulk bags of them at the box stores I believe. LMK

F

[jcarlton]

Can anyone pick-up 200+ self-stick xmas bows?? I'll pay you Saturday for them. You can buy bulk bags of them at the box stores I believe. LMK

F

I will stop by Sams and get them.

[jcarlton]

I will be there. This will be a good first Herf and a very good cause. Let me know what I should bring.

Check the second post on page four of this thread. :wink: Glad you are going to make it!!!

[hsmunoz]

it sucks that I will miss this, but it is same day as the Wife's awards banquet,

anything I can do remote?

[BackwardsGolfer]

we're gonna need name tags

[jcarlton]

it sucks that I will miss this, but it is same day as the Wife's awards banquet,

anything I can do remote?

Sure Henry, many of us look for good deals on cigars like deals with free shipping. We purchase them and pass them on to Fred and he makes sure they get to the Troops. For example, the other day I bought a bundle of Dominican 4000 coronas from CigarMonster.com. This is a good quality mild-med cigar that I picked up for $19.95 including shipping. Also become a member of the CRS platoon (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=1083).

Henry there will be plenty of opportunities to be involved, support the Wife at her banquet and get in on the next one.

[jcarlton]

we're gonna need name tags

I will check with Fred and if we need these too I will pick them up.

[imported_macms]

we're gonna need name tags

I will check with Fred and if we need these too I will pick them up.

I suppose it would help the new guys know who to blame... LOL Jamie, some stick on name tags when you get the bows??

[BackwardsGolfer]

nice!

I think we are going to need a couple strippers too.. Jamie?!
:shock: :D

[jcarlton]

we're gonna need name tags

I will check with Fred and if we need these too I will pick them up.

I suppose it would help the new guys know who to blame... LOL Jamie, some stick on name tags when you get the bows??

Sh1t I thought he was talking about name tags for the gifts but this is correct. With all these folks we will need name tags, got it covered.

[jcarlton]

nice!

I think we are going to need a couple strippers too.. Jamie?!
:shock: :D

I'll fly if you buy. :wink:

[BackwardsGolfer]

another time mate, another time
:mrgreen:

[zmancbr]

nice!

I think we are going to need a couple strippers too.. Jamie?!
:shock: :D

I'll fly if you buy. :wink:


Strippers too eh? I'm down... :mrgreen:

[opusfxd]

nice!

I think we are going to need a couple strippers too.. Jamie?!
:shock: :D

I'll fly if you buy. :wink:


Strippers too eh? I'm down... :mrgreen:
You keep your clothes on!!!! Otherwise I'm really looking forward to Saturday. Can't wait, let me know if there's anything else I can bring.

[imported_macms]

Jamie (CigarCaddy) posted this on CA

This looks like a great group of troop supporters. We are really excited to have everyone to our humble office. I have put a link on the website with the Cigar Asylum logo. If you click on this, it will lead you to a map for the office. Please call us at 970-224-9173 if you need help.

As for the potluck. I will be able to provide soft drinks as well as some nice sample from our local microbrews. I will be bringing my grill to the warehouse. If your name begins with A-I please bring some meat for the grill. If it begins with J-R please bring appetizers or sides. If your name begins with S-Z, please bring a dessert.

Thank you all very much for making this happen.

I will buy the meat. Jamie (jcarlton) let's you and I talk about this.

[zmancbr]

Cool... I can make some nice pasta sides... :mrgreen:

[imported_macms]

Lets start a list of who's bringing what. Be sure and email, call, etc., everyone to alert them to this list. Thanks.

Fred & Jamie - meat
zmancbr - pasta salads

[zmancbr]

wait was it first or last name? If its first name then I am in the desserts category and I have a couple I can whip up... :mrgreen:

[moglman]

Fred & Jamie - meat
zmancbr - pasta salads
Scott - Desert of some sort

[zmancbr]

Fred & Jamie - meat
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind... :mrgreen:
Scott - Desert of some sort

[workinonit50]

Fred & Jamie - meat
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad

[Spect]

Fred & Jamie - meat
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad
Ray - Potato salad

[tdp]

Fred & Jamie - meat
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad
Ray - Potato salad
Travis - a crapload of cookies

[imported_macms]

UPDATE

I ordered to be catered from Brothers BBQ the following for 30 people.

Pork Ribs, Brisket and Sausage
Brothers BBQ Beans, Creamy Cole Slaw, Potato Salad

(Plates, flatware, etc. is included)

Please change your plans on bringing items to reflect this. (Pasta salad is always good!) :)

[webjunkie]

If your name begins with A-I please bring some meat for the grill.

I will buy the meat. Jamie (jcarlton) let's you and I talk about this.

Sorry to sound like a confused doofus, but what should I bring?

-Daniel

[workinonit50]

THANK YOU FRED!

Rich - Veggie Tray

[imported_macms]

UPDATE

I ordered to be catered from Brothers BBQ the following for 30 people.

Pork Ribs, Brisket and Sausage
Brothers BBQ Beans, Creamy Cole Slaw, Potato Salad

(Plates, flatware, etc. is included)

Please change your plans on bringing items to reflect this. (Pasta salad is always good!) :)

Just moving over to this page.

[imported_macms]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Potato salad Pick something else
Travis - a crapload of cookies

[webjunkie]

If your name begins with A-I please bring some meat for the grill.

I will buy the meat. Jamie (jcarlton) let's you and I talk about this.

Sorry to sound like a confused doofus, but what should I bring?

-Daniel

Just continuing the doofus trend. I guess if meat is taken care of, I'll use my last name and bring some dessert. Brownies okay with everyone?

[ahc4353]

I wish I could send something.....hummmmmmmm.

[jcarlton]

UPDATE

I ordered to be catered from Brothers BBQ the following for 30 people.

Pork Ribs, Brisket and Sausage
Brothers BBQ Beans, Creamy Cole Slaw, Potato Salad

(Plates, flatware, etc. is included)

Please change your plans on bringing items to reflect this. (Pasta salad is always good!) :)

Just moving over to this page.

Fred, please post or PM the cost so that we can chip in.

[imported_macms]

I wish I could send something.....hummmmmmmm.

Al, I didn't know you were on here!! Hiya!

Just send good thoughts and know that we appreciate everything you do for the troops! :D

[imported_macms]

Fred, please post or PM the cost so that we can chip in.

Boys, this little lunch is just a small thank you for everything you guys have done for me. The cost is working your butts off packaging the gifts! :mrgreen:

[ahc4353]

You guys are gonna have a BLAST!! Make sure yu have a laptop fired up so we can "chat".

[imported_macms]

You guys are gonna have a BLAST!! Make sure yu have a laptop fired up so we can "chat".

Al, do you have a web cam? If so, we will do a video chat and you can see the madness!! LOL

[physiognomy]

I got the hookup on a couple of Zach's pasta salad recipies, so you can put me down for that... In the event of a statewide pasta shortage I will bring scalloped potatoes... :D

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Potato salad Pick something else
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad

[webjunkie]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Potato salad Pick something else
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies

[LordOfWu]

Hmmmm, side dishes/appetizers...

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Potato salad Pick something else
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!

[jcarlton]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Potato salad Pick something else
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips

[workinonit50]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Ray - Potato salad Pick something else
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips

[Spect]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Pasta salad
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips


I'll torture Zach until he gives the me the recipe for his pasta salad we had at Merts place! :mrgreen:

[zmancbr]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Pasta salad
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips


I'll torture Zach until he gives the me the recipe for his pasta salad we had at Merts place! :mrgreen:


LOL... well you and peter both want it... so I can give that one to him and I can give you a couple of new ones...or something like that.... :mrgreen:

[Spect]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Rich - Potato Salad Pick something else
Ray - Don't know yet
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips

[workinonit50]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Ray - Don't know yet
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips

[opusfxd]

UPDATE

I ordered to be catered from Brothers BBQ the following for 30 people.

Pork Ribs, Brisket and Sausage
Brothers BBQ Beans, Creamy Cole Slaw, Potato Salad

(Plates, flatware, etc. is included)

Please change your plans on bringing items to reflect this. (Pasta salad is always good!) :)
You had me at ribs....

[opusfxd]

Well it ain't BBQ unless there's cobbler.

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Ray - Don't know yet
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips
Dave - Cobbler

[moglman]

So now all assigned meat monkeys are bringing a desert? Son of a ...!

[webjunkie]

Okay, first, allow me to be twelve years old.

meat monkeys heehee, you said monkey

As for bringing a desert. I can bring whatever you guys want... okay not anything. But if something besides dessert is needed, I can do that.

[moglman]

Okay, first, allow me to be twelve years old.

meat monkeys heehee, you said monkey

As for bringing a desert. I can bring whatever you guys want... okay not anything. But if something besides dessert is needed, I can do that.
Just messin' with you Daniel. Sugar is very good for nicotine overload.

[zmancbr]

Just messin' with you Daniel. Sugar is very good for nicotine overload.


Yes it is! :mrgreen:

[webjunkie]

I figured, I just wanted an excuse to point out "meat monkey." :mrgreen:

Okay, first, allow me to be twelve years old.

meat monkeys heehee, you said monkey

As for bringing a desert. I can bring whatever you guys want... okay not anything. But if something besides dessert is needed, I can do that.
Just messin' with you Daniel. Sugar is very good for nicotine overload.

[Spect]

Brother Mel's isn't half bad BBQ either. Zach and I ate there a few times while hanging out next door at Edwards.

[zmancbr]

Brother Mel's isn't half bad BBQ either. Zach and I ate there a few times while hanging out next door at Edwards.

That's true... it is pretty decent stuff... :mrgreen:

[imported_macms]

Maybe next time. I've already ordered and paid for the Brother's BBQ. Sorry guys.

[Spect]

Maybe next time. I've already ordered and paid for the Brother's BBQ. Sorry guys.

Oh! Sorry Fred I didn't mean it to sound like a request. I assumed it was the same place...
I guess it's not in Fort Collins?

[zmancbr]

Maybe next time. I've already ordered and paid for the Brother's BBQ. Sorry guys.

Oh! Sorry Fred I didn't mean it to sound like a request. I assumed it was the same place...
I guess it's not in Fort Collins?


My bad too lol... I thought that's what he meant... man I am bad at this reading thing.. :shock:

I am sure wherever it is from will be awesome. :mrgreen:

[imported_macms]

Here's the place guys.

http://www.brothers-bbq.com/index.php

[BackwardsGolfer]

mmmm brothers! that place rox


Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Ray - Don't know yet
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips
Dave - Cobbler
Mike - pinwheels of appetizer goodness

[glking]

What's the status on carpooling?

I would be interested in catching a ride with someone, or maybe those of us from the south end of the state could all go together.

[imported_macms]

Jamie is riding with me and my car will be full of "stuff" so I won't have room for anyone. I have coolers of cigars, USPS cartons, boxes of cards, shipping supplies, etc. And I will have to have room to bring back over 40 flat rate boxes! :D

[jcarlton]

I picked up the name tags, marking pens and Bows.

[Byrnebrew]

Rich - Veggie Tray
zmancbr - desserts.. probably orange delight and banana eclairs... unless I change my mind...
Scott - Desert of some sort
Ray - Don't know yet
Travis - a crapload of cookies
Peter - Pasta salad
Daniel - Brownies
Mert - Hell yeah I want cheesy poofs!
Jamie (jcarlton)-Chips
Dave - Cobbler
Mike - pinwheels of appetizer goodness
Jim - Some Kind of Salad

[LordOfWu]

What's the status on carpooling?

I would be interested in catching a ride with someone, or maybe those of us from the south end of the state could all go together.

If anyone wants to meet me I can drive up this time. Maybe meet at Stanley Papas parking lot again?

[jcarlton]

Some goodies showed up for the Troops today, five boxes of Grandmas cookies and four boxes of beef jerky. In addition there is one box of assorted potato chips for the herf. All thanks to Pepsico/Frito-Lay and their Broker Matt Bartels. Fred and I may need a trailer for the trip up tomorrow. :mrgreen:

[BackwardsGolfer]

Jamie, if needed I could come by and grab some stuff and take it up in my car.. Im planning on meeting with Clint and we are going to drive up together but there should still be plenty of trunk and back seat space if needed!!

[jcarlton]

Jamie, if needed I could come by and grab some stuff and take it up in my car.. Im planning on meeting with Clint and we are going to drive up together but there should still be plenty of trunk and back seat space if needed!!

Thanks for the offer Mike!! I will get back to you after I talk to Fred as we may really need the room.

[BackwardsGolfer]

cool just let me know!

you got my phone number correct?

[jcarlton]

cool just let me know!

you got my phone number correct?

PM it to me please.

[jcarlton]

Hey Mike, I just talked to Fred and we do need the room. Why don't you stop by the house tonight and we will pack up your car and smoke a cigar. I think I might have a Patagas with your name on it. :twisted:

[BackwardsGolfer]

sounds good! im on it! pm in the making to be delivered to your new messages folder coming forthwith ;)

[GAZHOG]

Looks like we could use some dip for the chips, guac, salsa, ranch and maybe some whipped cream in a can. Thats what I am bringing unless something else is more urgent (will pick up stuff on the way). Holla back if we need some bread products for the meat.....

A will be driving by myself as I need the flexibility to leave if needed at home. Will have pick-up with covered box if transport back becomes a problem. See you guys around noon, I can't wait! Wife is working on a few Christmas cards as we speak.....

[imported_macms]

Boys, I just packed up the war wagon and it's full of goodness and cigars. Spoke with Jim at the office to make sure certain details were covered. I increased the BBQ order to 35 as no one can accurately tell me how many to expect. :D

Let the pee pee dance begin!! LOL

[mojo65]

Boys I sure wish I was going to be there to hang with the crew.... :cry:

[glking]

[quote="LordOfWu
If anyone wants to meet me I can drive up this time. Maybe meet at Stanley Papas parking lot again?[/quote]

Sounds good to me! What time are you planning on leaving?

[glking]

As for food, I'll bring cornbread to go with the barbecue.

[LordOfWu]

If anyone wants to meet me I can drive up this time. Maybe meet at Stanley Papas parking lot again?

Sounds good to me! What time are you planning on leaving?

Looks like we're looking at over an hour, so 10:30 or so? If we need to move it to 10:45 we could do that as well.

[glking]

10:30 is fine with me.

[tdp]

Boys I sure wish I was going to be there to hang with the crew.... :cry:

Stay safe out there, and we'll have to get a Christmas herf going when you get back in town.

[opusfxd]

I hate not being able to read all day. :( I did however pick up a cherry pie and apple pie for tomorrow. :mrgreen:

Happy dancin' has commenced!!!

[moglman]

If anyone wants to meet at Highway 7 and I-25, call me, 720-635-7774. There is a large shopping center on the SW corner.

[Byrnebrew]

We had a great time. Thanks to everyone who put this together.

[tdp]

Thanks to everyone who put this together.

Amen to that. We have a pretty damn good crowd, and I'm proud to be able to stand next to you guys and gals when it comes time to give something back to our troops.

[imported_macms]

First, thank you for spending your day and making a difference in the lives of strangers. As you know this is my passion and I could accomplish nothing without you. It was truly a remarkable day. I watched the excitement and frankly love in your eyes as each of you became more and more immersed in your tasks. This resulted in gifts from the heart.

I'm very tired at the moment though I didn't do much at all. The energy in the room simply overwhelmed me. I'm so very proud of all of you and so very grateful to call you my friends. I love you guys.

[opusfxd]

Couldn't think of a better way to spend the afternoon. Thanks Fred, Jamie CC and everyone else for a great time.

[physiognomy]

What an awesome day!!! Dawn & I really had a great time & were honored to lend a helping hand. Driving home today it really hit me how special it will be for those guys to receive a Christmas gift from unknown friends back home. I know it will mean a lot.

Thanks to: Jamie for generously hosting & donating all the cigar caddies to the cause - Fred for rounding us up, coordinating & sharing his passion. Also for the great BBQ! - Everyone for their friendship & company!

Looking forward to the next herf sometime soon!

[zmancbr]

Had an awesome day today guys. Thanks so much to Jamie and Fred for setting this up and going all out... I can;t think of a better way to spend a Saturday!

Thanks to everyone who showed up I had a good time chatting with everyone... :mrgreen:

[moglman]

Thank you everyone. It was a terrific time for a terrific cause. I only have pics of the assembly line. I look forward to seeing those taken by others.

http://picasaweb.google.com/mtnhound/CRSHerf#slideshow

Thank you Fred and all the FRHers, girlfriends and spouses that showed up. A huge thank you to Jamie of Cigar Caddy and his crew.

[sparky1957]

Wow! really sorry i did not drive down for this one. it looked like a lot of fun. You all put a smile on my face each time
i think of the wonderful things that your all doing to support our troops.

[LordOfWu]

What an amazing afternoon yesterday, and a great sense of accomplishment! I can tell you I am truly proud to be part of the FRH's! Thanks Fred, for being the ringleader for such a worthy cause!

[jcarlton]

What a great time all, thanks to all that where there and to those who contributed!!!


Slideshow (http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff102/jcarlton_2007/Troop%20Cigar%20Caddy%20Event/?albumview=slideshow)

[Halon]

Thanks Fred and Jamie for putting this on! It was great to see everybody again. I'm bummed I had to head into work and couldn't help with the troop packages. Sounds like you guys did an awesome job! You should send the assembly pictures into Cigar Aficionado or something, and maybe they'll put 'em in their magazine with a short story. Definitely something magazine-worthy that you all did, and maybe it'll give other people ideas to help out the troops, too.


TYLER

[workinonit50]

It was very nice meeting everyone yesterday. I had a great time and for a great cause. Thank you all for making me feel welcome.

Special thanks to Jamie for the bomb. :D

[BackwardsGolfer]

thanks to everyone for a well spent saturday afternoon. It was a blast! good to meet some of you for the first time and it was good to see the rest of you generous bastards as well!

[Dogwatch Dale]

It was great to see such a wonderful turnout! Thanks again to all who worked so hard, and those who put it all together. Special thanks to Jamie and his crew from Cigar Caddy for their generosity and for hosting!

Nice slide show Scott, I'm glad you shared that.

[tdp]

Some more pics of the usual suspects ...

http://s462.photobucket.com/albums/qq34 ... b03bfa.pbw (http://s462.photobucket.com/albums/qq343/tdptdp/?action=view&current=6bb03bfa.pbw)