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hvlloweens-a · 3 years

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𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚕 …

meet the cast of 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 : 𝚕𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚘𝚗 !

first of all, thank you ALL so much for applying ! i was not expecting this much interest ! when i closed my submit, i had 25 apps which is ... completely insane ?? all of the positive messages and feedback i received made me ridiculously happy and i’m so grateful for all of you who sent little check-ins or congratulated me on the app count . i wish i could have accepted everyone ( every single app was amazing .. none of you made this easy ) and i even accepted a few more than i originally intended. if you didn’t get accepted in this first batch, i’ll be hanging onto your app and you’ll be hearing from me if a spot opens up ! for those accepted, server links will be going out later -- i can’t wait to meet and write with all of you and your muses < 3

( vika bronova , cis woman, she/her ) congratulations to sidney evanko – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty three year old sagittarius that can be described as maverick and sybaritic . before the show, they worked as a cocktail waitress and lived in las vegas, nevada . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as ghosting someone after they’ve sufficiently stroked your ego , cerulean hues that can effortlessly unlock any social situation you want to ease into ( or out of … ), finding odd flecks of glitter on your skin, your clothing, your hair, scattered inside your luggage – all serving as a reminder of life back home that you were eager to leave behind . sidney said they auditioned for the show because she wants to be an actress in the future … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by jamie, she/they, 24, est.

( aaron liebregts , cis man , he / him ) congratulations to oliver brooks – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty - two year old sagittarius that can be described as confident and impulsive . before the show, they worked as a musician and lived in laval , quebec . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as posting intentional thirst traps on tik tok with the caption ‘ making fun of people that actually do this lol ‘ , relaxing in a recliner with a bottle of fireball in one hand and an unlit joint in the other while listing off fun facts about otters as if he is your grandfather telling you stories about the war , and confusing your sex handcuffs and the handcuffs you stole from the campus police . brooks said they auditioned for the show because his record label told him it would be good for publicity … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by anna , she/her , 26 , cst .

( genellle seldon , cis woman , she / her ) congratulations to jourdan womack– they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty four year old taurus that can be described as opinionated and brash . before the show, they worked as a freelance columnist for a women’s magazine and lived in medina , washington . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as leaving the glossy print of your lips at the rim of a bottle , the base of a neck , smeared across a pillowcase that isn’t your own as a form of temporary ownership , visible g - strings and wrap - around shield sunglasses inside following a french martini hazed evening , and your mother’s innate wandering eye paired with her poor perception of love — entirely transactional . jourdan said they auditioned for the show because the dating pool in her home town had been dwindled to scraps … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by candice , she / her , 22 , cst.

( galanikolic , cis woman , she/her ) congratulations to thandie jovic – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty -four year old pisces that can be described as vivacious and quixotic . before the show, they worked as a owner of a small clothing brand and lived in brooklyn, new york . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as organized chaos in the name of ‘what will be, will be’, memories encapsulated in polaroid form, haphazardly glued into a keepsake journal, and sharing stories with strangers in the club toilets . thandie said they auditioned for the show because her horoscope said she was ready for a new adventure … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by kat , she/her , 22, gmt .

( delilah belle , cis female, she/her ) congratulations to rhys moreau – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty three year old pisces that can be described as humble and naive . before the show, they worked as a nursing student and lived in carolina beach . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as getting a little too drunk off just two cosmopolitans, hand-me-down designer purses, pink lipstick on the edge of starbucks cups sort of vibe . rhys said they auditioned for the show because she grew up watching the show with her sister and it’s always been a dream of hers … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by skye, she/her, 21+, est.

( cindy kimberly, cis woman, she/her ) congratulations to aspen lestari -- they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty-three year old taurus that can be described as excitable and fanciful . before the show, they worked as a vlogger/artist and lived in seattle, washington. based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as five am drives to catch the sunset, fingers always supporting dried up paint, old video games. aspen said they auditioned for the show because it was a chance to get her out of her comfort zone and be less of her shy nature... we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by jules, she/her, 24, est.

( aron piper , cis male , he + him ) congratulations to armani banks – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty three year old virgo that can be described as lyrical and aloof . before the show, they worked as an aspiring singer/songwriter + producer and lived in manhattan , new york . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as always chasing the next best thing , scraps of song lyrics scattered across a lone mattress in an empty loft & enjoying the chase but being unsatisfied with the catch . armani said they auditioned for the show because it could possibly boost his career … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by f, she+her, 21, est.

( omar ayuso , non binary, he/they ) congratulations to damian price – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty-two year old capricorn that can be described as driven and catty . before the show, they worked as a beauty pageant coach and lived in atlantic city, nj . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as bruised knuckles covered with concealer, paris hilton’s ‘stars are blind’ blasting on repeat, and eyebrows that are so big because they’re full of secrets . damian said they auditioned for the show because he was born to be a star … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by abby, she/her, 25, est.

( pedro ortega , cis male, he/him) congratulations to lucas monteiro – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty six year old leo that can be described as trustworthy and quick-tempered . before the show, they worked as a professional football player and lived in atlanta , georgia . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as encouraging pep talks during timeouts , waves of emotions pushed back with alcohol , never truly being satisfied with your accomplishments . lucas said they auditioned for the show because he was kicked out of his team after engaging in a fight after a game and he wants people to see that's not who he is … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by barbie, she/her, 24, gmt-3.

( caio cabral , cis male, he/him ) congratulations to gustavo vidal – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty-three year old aquarius that can be described as vigorous and aloof . before the show, they worked as a professional skater and lived in california . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as grains of sand in worn out vans sneakers, freckles covered sun burnt wide shoulders & trying over and over again until you reach perfection, no matter how it hurts . gustavo said they auditioned for the show because he wants to be known as more than just an athlete who's probably past his glory days … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by ron, she/her, 25, gmt -3.

( alisha boe , cis woman, she/her ) congratulations to gemma westrum – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty four year old sagittarius that can be described as captivating and egocentric. before the show, they worked as an influencer and lived in calabasas, california . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as checking their reflection in every window & mirror you pass — no matter how late it makes you, rambling until someone finally tells you to shut up, having more “friends” than you can count, yet somehow you’re always still alone . gem said they auditioned for the show because she was bored … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by ali, she/her, 23, ctrl

( ryan destiny, cis woman, she/her ) congratulations to wilhelmina 'billie' ashford – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty three year old cancer that can be described as charismatic and heedless . before the show, they worked as a dancer/cheerleader and lived in los angeles, california . based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as glossy lips paired with a sharp grin, the lingering smell of fresh lavender, hushed conversations and prolonged eye contact, unpredictable bouts of mischief making. billie said they auditioned for the show to spite her parents and make a name for herself outside of their shadow … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by asha, she/her, 24, est.

( cameron valentina , cis woman, she/her ) congratulations to kaia cary – they’ve been cast on this season of the real world ! they’re currently a twenty two year old capricorn that can be described as detail oriented and aloof . before the show, they worked as a private figure skating instructor and lived in petoskey , michigan. based on their audition tape, i’d describe them as champagne and glitter stained pages of a moleskin overflowing with long-term aspirations slashed through in bright red , old figure skating dresses oozing from the sides of a poorly packed cardboard box , and a wilted floral arrangement drooling dried petals onto a vanity that hadn’t been touched since the incident . kaia said they auditioned for the show because she had been struggling to start a normal life following a career-ending injury … we’ll see how it works out for them when the show airs ! written by jess, she/her, 23, pst.

#* real world .#i literally have a stress headache . yall SNAPPED #i wish i could accept more but there's only (1) of me and i don't want to overwhelm myself #now i'm going out to go eat and then i'll come back with links < 3 #im literally shaking i need to go touch grass besties . brb

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mwcowan · 4 years

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Mark and Georgia’s Big Trip

Chapter Eleven – Quarantined in Paradise

The day after I posted last week’s chapter, the government imposed an “enhanced quarantine” on the entire island of Luzon, where we’re located. This is similar to California’s “shelter in place” order – we’re supposed to stay in our homes except to venture out for necessary supplies. All schools , businesses, restaurants, etc., are supposed to be closed, except essential businesses including health care, food markets, gas stations, banks, etc.; pretty much the same as in the US. Even CNN Philippines is off the air, which baffles me as they would be a good source of information to the public here.

The enforcement is pretty strict, as Georgia found out when she tried to drive into town to buy groceries. She was stopped at a checkpoint before town, and asked for her Quarantine Pass, which we hadn’t been told about. She persuaded the guards to let her in “just this one time”, but afterward we got the permits from our barangay, the local government, allowing just one of us at a time into the town. So far, no problems with empty shelves and such; people here are behaving; the stores are well-stocked, and there’s no sense of panic.

Sadly, but understandably, the Beach Club and Pool Club at Kawayan Cove have been closed, so that pretty much has us confined to home, and the walks we take each morning.

So what have we been doing? Just like you, finding things to do around the house, with what we have available to us.

We’ve been teaching Pina and the boys, Denver and Ethan, to swim. Ranny already knows how to swim but not the others – we thought about just saying “no one uses the pool” but after raising four boys between us, Georgia and I know that eventually, regardless of any and all warnings, the boys will somehow end up in the pool. Better to teach them how to swim. We’re not shooting for Olympic-class swimmers, but want them to at least have the basics. Thanks YouTube, for a lot of “how-to” videos.

Our daily swimming lessons have been fun. Pina was very nervous at first, but has caught on quickly and can swim, with just kicking and on one breath, the length of the pool. Denver had problems at first, able to put his head underwater and do some basic floats in shallow water, but panicked when trying the same in water where he couldn’t stand; he’s gained confidence and can now kick across the short dimension of the pool. Ethan (age 4) is a work in progress, it’s harder to teach the concept of “don’t breathe underwater” and he had a few problems at first. Seems like he’s starting to get this so I think it will just take a little longer but he’ll eventually get it.

We’re watching some TV. Yes, I finally broke down and got one, and subscribed to satellite service. I really hadn’t planned to do this, feeling that the only thing I needed to see from our sofa was the view. But Georgia started hinting about how she missed some shows, and with the coronavirus limiting what we can do, it was finally time. She’s not completely happy with the size of the TV I selected, 43” doesn’t seem all that big these days, but it fits perfectly across one of the columns between the living room windows without blocking the view at all!

I’ve been reading a lot, thanks to Amazon Prime. For a while (6-7 books worth) I was reading WWII histories, particularly ones that related to the war in the Philippines and the South Pacific. The best I read was “1942: The Year that Tried Men’s Souls” by Winston Groom (author of Forrest Gump). Very well-written, with a gripping narrative and excellent analysis. Finally I felt a little burned out on the subject; browsing through the free books on Prime I came across “Two Years Before the Mast” by Richard Henry Dana. A classic that’s always been on my list but that I’ve never gotten around to; I haven’t been able to put it down since starting yesterday. I guess there’s a reason it’s considered a “classic”.

We also went on an evening beach picnic last Friday, not to our Kawayan Cove beach but to a beach next door where we could do things like actually build a fire on the beach. We brought down snacks, fish to grill, and a cooler of San Migs of course, and had a good time watching the sunset, swimming, and having a nice dinner. Below, Ethan tends the fire while Denver enjoys the water.

And one thing we do every day without exception, is observe the sunset, with a proper cocktail in hand of course. That’s one thing the damn virus can’t touch!

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The Rambling Man Travel Review: Athens, GA

The Rambling Man. Travel Review: Athens, Ga The Classic City!

It is like going back in time, my personal portal to the past. Yes, it is a trip back to the college town I called home for 4 plus years. But, Athens will always be a place that conjures up life’s best feelings: love, passion, soul, heartache, and be so much more than a weekend getaway.

I arrive Friday November 9th, landing at Atlanta / Hartsfield International Airport. Athens is 50-60 miles Northeast of Hot Lanta, so I have a Hertz Rental Car in my future. Yep, I am rocking a white Ford Fusion to embark on this trip. I hop on 85 North, hit the 316 East, and I arrive in Athens in no time. As I approach my past, my present rolls down the window. My first test upon arriving into any new town, I must take a smell test of any city. I gulp in the air, and the South in general, but Athens specifically has its own smell. It is late fall, the air still warm. I smell water, soil, humid days, and the trees. You can see the many plants, you can smell the many trees. The many plants again near hibernation, a yearly tradition renewed as Fall turns to Winter.

And that could be the theme, a ritual renewed, of this weekend getaway. I have rambled into and out of Athens many times. I ramble into a town where every street light reveals a picture in reverse, to quote the great REM. Athens own REM… I am rambling into a weekend ritual renewed.

Where to start? How about an early afternoon stroll of campus? My accommodations at the Hilton Garden Inn, on E. Washington St. in downtown Athens, make the walk over to the University of Georgia campus darn right easy. My destination is North Campus, adjacent to Broad St. and directly South of downtown and Broad St. You will see the entrance to campus, and will be greeted by The Arch. But be for warned, Georgia Bulldog lore has it that only graduates can walk under the arch, those who dare walk under The Arch without a degree will suffer great sexual dysfunction. This may be a rumor, but, hey now, don’t mess with Southern Folklore if you ask me, especially when considering The Arch was molded in 1857. The University of Georgia, it is an old place, established in 1785. And, to me in my humble opinion, helps to explain my theme…. Because going to Athens, it is a tradition unlike any other, a ritual renewed.

Talk about walkability… North Campus on the campus of the University of Georgia is absolutely fantastic, offering young, hopeful faces, vintage buildings, historic sights, and sounds of hope hovering all around. After the flight, the walk gets my heart pumping. I play some REM, Widespread Panic, and Futurebirds to take in some of Athens Music royalty on my walk. Well, they are not quite all royalty yet, but I am taking in a concert tonight at the Athens historic legend itself, The Georgia Theatre. And, hum baby, I get a chance to see the band Futurebirds. Oddly, and without notice, I am in touch with my 19-year old former self. I am traveling in time tonight?

So hungry, I start to chew on my Red and Black ball cap. Food is right around the bend, but I have a few errands to run prior to catching a meal on the Rooftop Bar and the Futurebirds show at the Georgia Theatre.

It has been a long travel day, and if I did not get in the walk, I would have never been able to jump back into the rental car. It is a quick errand, a brief drive. I stop by the Package Store, somehow this is terminology for a place to buy liquor in the South. I pick up a bottle of Jim Beam and a 2 Liter bottle of Coke. The only thing missing… Picking up a copy of Leonard’s Losers. Leonard Postero was a native of Athens, Georgia, known for his syndicated radio show, Leonard's Losers. He was a 1943 graduate of the University of Georgia and served as an aviator in the United States Navy from 1943–45.

Leonard handicapped football games and provided a pamphlet, at the time. one could pick up at the Package Store. I picked up a copy quite often late on Friday’s in the Fall, and it 20-years later brings motivation and joy as I, in a similar vain of the great Leonard, pick my own Loser’s through my Las Vegas Larry’s Losers Podcast. Check it out… But remember, nobody does it like Leonard, a true Athens legend. We miss ya..

My errands continue, a stop at the Old Apartment. I am literally living a Barenaked Ladies song, The Old Apartment. Yes, this is where we used to live… Not much has changed, maybe some new paint. It is as if time stands still. I walk up the stairs to the outdoor patio, my eyes see what we used to see. The pine trees willow softly under the soft November sun. My car is still running, it may have been two minutes of my time, but the drive by of the old apartment is priceless.

I ramble on, rambling back to the hotel, a fiv- minute drive back East towards campus and downtown. I grab ice on my way up to my room, I drink two tall glasses of Jim Beam and coke. The TV is kept quiet, as I sit in silence. The perspective of life, ever changing. Travel can bring emotions, so can going back in time, but I don’t have time to think. I have a quick walk over to the Georgia Theatre for dinner!! I bark out loud in a weird ritual almost getting in some practice prior to barking all day tomorrow for the big game in town.

It is sweatshirt weather, a crisp fall night. I sit upon a most perfect sunset and spectacular views of Athens. The lights of space fuse to the Rooftop Bar, as I order the Pimento Cheese appetizer and a Purple Haze cold beer. I fold one beer to the next, before eventually heading down to the music venue which sits just beneath my feet.

The Band starts to play, and all is right in the world. It’s Friday night…. And a Friday night in Athens, by almost any definition features live music.

Stars were still coming from my eyes as dawn broke. It is a football Saturday morning in the Fall in Athens Georgia. But, hot dog, what a great show last night. I pull myself out of bed, quickly rotating my head in every direction to locate my water bottle. I see the leftover food I picked up after the show, Little Italy Pizzeria on Lumpkin. Little Italy Pizzeria is Athens in a pizza box. Let us not forget, Athens is a college town. And, late night cheezy, gooy pizza is just what the Professor orders after some live music and some beers at the Georgia Theatre.

The game is in a few hours, and my schedule is a bit tight, so I improvise a walk that is efficient on time. I start my walk from the hotel and walk South on Milledge Ave. The sidewalk below my running shoes has seen many footprints over the years, the traffic is moderate, and the sights and sounds are fantastic. To a degree, Milledge Ave., despite being a fairly major North / South thoroughfare, is the home to many college sororities. The antebellum homes turned Sorority Row is fairly intense and full of viewing pleasure, especially on a game day. And, frankly, this is what I mean by getting to know a city on an intimate level by walking its city streets. This walk is Southern Tradition, beauty, tradition, excitement, and a nice flat walk with a sidewalk to keep you safe.

I meet up with a few old pals that made the trip into town for the game, Mike, Wayne, and Mark. Wayne has a friend with a tailgate, so we plan on experiencing one of the best possible experiences known to man, a tailgate prior to a football game in Athens. GA. This is quintessential Classic City, college town, out of this world unique to Athens, and a must activity to truly understand why Athens is one of America’s premier cities and college towns.

We grill out and feast on Pork Shoulder with a white BBQ sauce. Some chicken chili was in the Crock Pot, and a big bucket of boiled shrimp and cocktail sauce sit on a table full of tailgate treats. I sip on another Jim Beam and coke, we talk football and get loud.

\The Georgia Bulldogs beat the Auburn Tigers, my friends and I ring the bell on North Campus, we then bar hop in downtown. The town is happy, winning big SEC football games in November over one of it’s biggest rivals can do that to a town in the South, and the happiness is obvious. This makes for a raucous and fun night of celebration. At times, yes, this old cowboy felt like the oldest cowboy in the room, but beating one of these young Millennials in a game of darts had me feeling spry. Bar games, what a country? Give me shuffle board, darts, corn hole, billiards… Downtown Athens can accommodate your inner bar game enthusiasm. And the late, late night scene… That scene can get you in trouble….

I wake up early Sunday to catch the early Service at Friendship Presbyterian Church. I would be remiss to leave out that the South is the Bible Belt for a reason. And, the glory of a Sunday Service in the South is a most unique experience and education. Regardless of faith, something good exists in the feeling one gets upon leaving church on a Sunday morning.

I grab breakfast at the Last Resort Grill, a must see event visit into A-Town. This place is so spectacular I would live in Athens full time just to go to the Last Resort every Sunday for brunch after church. I eat the Sunday Standard, two eggs any way you like ‘em, served with grilled new potatoes, crispy applewood-smoked bacon & one of their homemade scones. For the grand sum of $8.95 cents plus tip, I eat like a king in the company of scholars and the kind hearted. What a country to ramble city sidewalks and midnight streets, Athens is a true one of a kind college town.

I head South in my Rental Car on Milledge Ave to the State Botanical Garden of Georgia and I walk the picturesque landscape lost in thought and music. The Botanical Gardens are huge and make up several hundred acres, so it was most east to get lost in the beauty of a Sunday.

I arrive back at the hotel, tired. I turn on a movie in my hotel room, and I order takeout from Donna Chang’s before I hit the shower. The shower’s warm water brings me back to the future, I have a long trip home tomorrow.

But it truly did not matter where I was, what I was eating or drinking at this point. I was happy, most content. The stars of Athens Georgia again are overhead, as I dream a little dream on a Sunday night in mid-November, a ritual renewed.

What is the soul of Athens, Georgia? It is the whispers of REM, Widespread Panic, the B 52’s, Drive by Truckers, Dayroom, Futurebirds keeping you comfortable every step of the way. It is tailgating prior to a Big Game. It is the ghosts on North Campus hiding in the past. It is going to church on Sunday. It is a cocktail and a night out at the Georgia Theatre. It is the people who make the Last Resort EPIC. It is, however, a place where you can be who you truly are without judgement or prejudice. It is the Classic City!!

Scores: Walkability: 9 of 10 Drinkability: 9 of 10 Eatability: 9 of 10 Dudeability: 8 of 10

Can you catch a fish near or close to Athens? Yes, several bass lakes, creeks, rivers to fish. Can you hunt? Yes, area well known for deer hunting, bird hunting.

We Ramble On… Next Week, Santa Cruz, CA… We head to the beach bro…

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Thank you for lending an ear, happiness starts today. The rambling man is part of The Pete Barkman Show and the How to live a Happy Life Series, this Segment: The Rambling Man. Travel Review: Athens, GA

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cigarloungecom · 3 years

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10 unique cigar bars in the usa

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GRAND HAVANA ROOM

The Grand Havana Room is the talk of the town in Beverly Hills. It boasts of ultra-luxurious design where the cigar elites will surely enjoy. Picture a private club where only the best cigars are allowed. Well, that is the essence of “The Grand Havana Room,” a members-only cigar lounge in Beverly Hills. The atmosphere is elegant. Best of all, you can puff only the best handmade premium cigars from around the world and swig some pretty fine cognac while doing so.

CIGAROS OF GEORGIA

Cigaros of Georgia is located in Campcreek Village Townhomes in Atlanta, GA. Enjoy the welcoming atmosphere along with your favorite cigar. They also offer a wide range selection of food and spirits.

Casa De Montecristo

Casa De Montecristo is located in Nashville TN. Aside from their beautifully designed lounge, they also offer quality handcrafted cigars from some of the world’s most famous cigar trademarks. If you like a medium to full-bodied cigar or rich, spicy flavors, we have something for you. Our cigars are unique, complex, and crafted with the utmost in flavor and character.

THE BLEND CIGAR BAR

The Blend Bar is the perfect place where you can enjoy Davidoff’s wide range of cigars, and their impressive list will keep you coming back for more. If you are planning to enjoy more than just one cigar, relax and have a drink at their full-service bar. Their selection of cocktails, bourbons, and scotch will match any taste.

Club Macanudo

Located on the upper east side of Manhattan, Club Macanudo is one of New York City’s finest cigar and martini bars featuring Cigar Aficionado’s “Cigar Bar of the Year” award. Offering a refined selection of teas and coffees along with complimentary cheese and fruit platters, the club offers fine spirits, cigars, and superior service in sophisticated surroundings.

Cigars at No. Ten

Experience the full service of cutting and lighting on our unique all-weather terrace. To that, add the perfect accompanying drink to match your choice of Havana… All this is in one of Manchester’s recognized Historic Spots. Enjoy a light lunch, a selection of fine wine, and exquisite d’Oro cigars, all accompanied by live music as our in-house pianist plays from 4 pm until late.

The beautiful terrace of Cigars at No. 10 is the setting for all your cigar needs. Choose from a wide range of carefully selected havanas including Romeo y Julieta, Cohiba and Montecristo, and have them cut and lighted by their trained and accommodating staff.

Soho Cigar Bar

Soho Cigar & Spirits Bar is a place for good friends, potent drinks, and fine tobacco. Here the old world speaks to the new, in a place that values conversation and civility. Soho Cigar features an elaborate Art Deco décor, a full bar with a brilliantly gilded façade, ridiculously hospitable staff, and a menu that provides not just proprietor Lee Ringleheim’s family recipes, a wide whiskey selection, and excellent cigar pairings, but also whiskey tastings and cigar pairings events.

The Soho Cigar Bar will be unlike anything you have ever seen, and the full bar inside will seem even more out of place in the center of a busy Harlem neighborhood.

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In January, I was quiet. I took a lot of walks around Savannah's historic district, listened to podcasts, remembered to breathe. I drank orange tea and went bowling. Savannah in January is crisp, but never truly cold. It's brisk and sunny, and it never freezes. The fountains continue to run and the people walk around with their coats unbuttoned.

In February, I surprised Ben with a weekend at Disney World. We bought wildly overpriced mouse ears and grinned like mad the entire time, even when Ben was vomiting uncontrollably into a trash can. I felt eight years old and thrilled again, waving at all the princesses as the parade went by. The next week, a man ran a red light and totaled our only car. Ben was shaken but fine. I learned a lot in the process of searching for and buying another. One evening we went out to the beach with lanterns and and a bottle of wine. The shore was covered in thick foam and we walked until the light faded.

In March, I mostly struggled. My health issues were worsening. I visited the doctor, but felt lost and unheard. In the afternoons, I walked down to the river and watched the boats go by. I strolled the cobblestone streets in my beat-up black flats. On St. Patrick's Day, two people swore at me while I was doing my job, and I swore to myself I'd get out of customer service as soon as possible. I was exhausted.

In April, Sam and Julia came to visit. We took them to the beach where we drank boxed wine while floating in the waves, and went out for Mexican food. I pretended not to be ill, but I knew something was terribly wrong, although I assumed it was a bad spell of IBS. Shortly after they left, I was diagnosed with and treated for c. difficile, a brutal and potentially deadly infection. I thought more than once that I really might die. In May, mostly recovered, we spent a weekend in New York, visiting friends and celebrating five years together. We picnicked in Central Park, and had our picture taken in DUMBO by the river. It was cloudy, and on our last morning Lily, and Ben, and I all got soaked trying to reach a restaurant for brunch in Cobble Hill. We took shelter in a charming bookstore, new since we left the city, and I twisted my wet hair up under Ben's baseball cap, acutely aware of how everything goes on whether you're there or not. In June, we went to baseball games and Forsyth park. Emma came for a visit -- we talked about men and texting and watched too much Southern Charm Savannah. Ben and I visited St. Augustine, Florida, where we spent two nights sleeping on a beautiful, docked sailboat and drank the best cocktails I have ever tasted at an enormous vodka distillery. Florida is hot as hell in June, but the sunsets are rose-colored and beautiful.

In July, I got promoted to the first job where I've ever felt comfortable and mostly content. I stopped dreading going to work, for the most part, which felt like a miracle and a triumph. Back in New York, we attended the wedding of two dear friends, accompanied by one of the most awe-inspiring storms I have ever witnessed. We drove through a flood to reach their reception where the skies immediately cleared into a rainbow, like in a movie.

In August, we went back to Orlando, accompanied by our friend Marthur, for Ben's birthday. We went out for tapas, rode water slides, and spent an entire afternoon drinking champagne, cracking jokes, and swimming in the hotel pool. Later, I celebrated my bachelorette weekend on Tybee Island with 5 friends who generously flew to Georgia for me. We wore silly sunglasses, soaked in the sunshine, and swam in the ocean. I got stung by a jellyfish so badly, every local who saw the sting in the weeks after proclaimed it the worst one they'd ever seen. Four months later, there is still a faint scar, of which I am oddly proud.

In September, evacuating from a hurricane that never hit, we drove all the way to Charlottesville, Virginia, with my wedding dress draped across the backseat of the car, and crashed on an air mattress at Kay's apartment. I was approaching near-panic levels of wedding-related anxiety, but the hours spent in the car and the weekend away calmed me. We were married on the second to last Sunday in September, at the prettiest horse farm in central New York. It was everything I dreamed it would be, except considerably hotter. We danced all night long in front of an enormous fan, and in the morning we flew to New York, and then Paris. There we ate in cafes and wandered cathedrals and read books by the Seine. I've never been happier.

In October, we flew from Paris to Barcelona, where I celebrated my 31st birthday exploring the labyrinthine streets of the gothic quarter. We bought chocolates and cheeses at the open air market, went to see a traditional flamenco performance, and drank our weight in sangria. I wore a beautiful turquoise necklace that I bought at an antique market in Paris. I tried to figure out how we could move to Spain.

In November, we settled back into real life. We cooked a marvelous Thanksgiving feast, bought a Christmas tree, and decked every room in the house with twinkle lights. We hung a pine wreath on the red front door and burned balsam-scented candles. I visited Nashville for work, but didn't see as much of it as I would have liked.

In December, we wrote thank you notes and drank hot cocoa. We visited our local cat cafe. We talked a lot about the future. We spent our first Christmas away from our families. Ben is also my family now. We're a small family, but a good one.

Now we are here, in a cabin in the middle of the woods, somewhere between Covington and Macon. It’s quite possibly the most tranquil place I have ever been. We watched the sunrise from the bedroom. I’m drinking jasmine tea and wearing a heavy sweater. There are cinnamon buns in the oven and tapestries on the walls. We’re halfway through a puzzle, spread out over the floor of the loft. Yesterday we listened to every Beach House album and then every Pure Bathing Culture album and I fell asleep on the sofa before nine, with the Cocteau Twins singing in my dreams.

Ben teases, saying he’s optimistic that we’ll stay awake until midnight tonight, and I laugh because it doesn’t really matter at all.

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Where to Celebrate Dad on Father’s Day in Atlanta

When it’s time to celebrate Dad and show him just how great he is, Atlanta’s favorite dining spots provide a variety of options, from special brunches and delectable dinners to free music offerings and more, to ensure Father’s Day will be deliciously unforgettable.

Atlas - Three-Course Father’s Day Prix Fixe Dinner

Guests can celebrate Father’s Day on June 17th at Atlas with a spectacular three-course prix fixe menu created by Executive Chef Christopher Grossman, best known for his seasonal American cuisine combined with European influences, for $65 per person. Bringing unparalleled culinary experiences to the capital of the South, Atlas’ chef-driven dinner menu, which changes daily, will also be available along with the new Legendary Cocktail menu featuring signature libations made with coveted spirits like Remy Martin Louis XIII, Macallan Rare Cask, and Whistle Pig Boss Hog 4th Edition “Black Prince.” And, dads that enjoy creative tasting experiences are invited to explore Atlas’s liquor flight menu boasting 13 different options including whiskey and rye, silver tequilas, aged tequilas, Scotch, Japanese single malts, Cognacs, amaro, and liqueurs. While dads sip and nosh, they can take in the restaurant's acclaimed art installation featuring 30 pieces from esteemed artists including Foujita, Monet, Chagall, Modigliani and Soutine. Atlas' impressive gallery of 20th century artwork has been hand-selected from The Lewis Collection, one of the largest private art collections in the world.

For more information or to make a reservation, visit atlasrestaurant.com. Atlas is located at the St. Regis Atlanta at 88 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @AtlasBuckhead and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AtlasBuckhead/.

Whiskey With Dad and a Jazz and Blues Father’s Day Brunch at City Winery

City Winery in Ponce City Market is bringing out all the stops for dads this Father’s Day by hosting two celebrations. On Thursday, June 14th at 7 p.m., Beverage Director, JR Smith, will host Whiskey With Dad, an unforgettable tasting experience on the expansive outdoor patio where he will guide participants through a journey of what makes each whiskey’s flavor profile unique. From peatey and smokey to sweet corn through faint vanilla, Dad will get an understanding of what makes this spirit so special. Participants will also be treated to mouthwatering offerings from a Big Green Egg-inspired menu created by Executive Chef Nicholas Anderson just for the tasting. Admission includes six, one-ounce whiskey pours, food pairings, and a welcome cocktail. Tickets are available for $75, plus applicable fees, and can be purchased at citywinery.com/atlanta/father-s-day-whiskey-tasting-6-14-18.html.

On Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17th, City Winery is hosting a Jazz and Blues Father’s Day brunch. Music lovers are invited to nosh on an unlimited brunch buffet created by Executive Chef Nick Anderson, while taking in the smooth jazz and blues sounds of Mose Davis Trio, Leonard Julien III Rhonda Thomas and Simone Torres. Beginning at 11:30 a.m., tickets are available for $49.95, plus applicable fees, and can be purchased at citywinery.com/atlanta/jazz-blues-father-s-day-brunch-featuring-mose-davis-trio-leonard-julien-iii-rhonda-thomas-and-simone-torres-6-17-18.html.

For more information or to purchase tickets visit citywinery.com/atlanta, or call 404.946.3791. City Winery is located at 650 North Avenue NE #201, Atlanta, GA 30308. Stay connected on Twitter at @CityWineryATL and Instagram at @CityWineryATL and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/citywineryatl.

Dantanna’s Bacon-Infused Father’s Day Menu

This Father’s Day, Dantanna’s is celebrating dads with a bacon-inspired menu created by Executive Chef Monique Barrow on Sunday, June 17, 2018 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Available at both the Buckhead and Downtown locations, dads can kick-off their dining experience with Dantanna’s build-your-own Bloody Mary bar featuring Bakon Vodka and all the fixings from pickled vegetables to peppered bacon strips. In addition to the regular menu featuring brunch favorites (Buckhead location only) and mouthwatering burgers, sandwiches, eclectic salads, steaks, seafood and more, diners can sink their teeth into a variety of chef-driven specials. A sampling includes: Espresso Smoked Pork Belly — Ancho and Espresso Dry Rub, Slow Braised, Pimento Cheese Grits, Pickled Cabbage, and Bourbon a Jus; Pork Croquette — 8 ounce Pork Tenderloin, Herb Panko, Barbecue Cream Corn and Bacon, Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes, and Pickled Mustard Seeds; and the Jerk Pork Chop — 12 ounce, Spicy Herb Marinated, Char Grilled Berkshire Chop, Black Eye Peas and Bacon Succotash, Wilted Rainbow Chard, and Tobacco Fried Onions.

Dantanna’s Buckhead is located at the Shops Around Lenox, 3400 Around Lenox Rd NE #304, Atlanta, GA 30326. Dantanna’s Downtown is located at 1 CNN Center #269, Atlanta, GA 30303. For more information visit www.dantannas.com or call 404.705.8873. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @dantannas.

Cheers to Dad at TWO urban licks One of Atlanta’s favorite dining destinations, TWO urban licks, is raising a glass to dads this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17, 2018. Known for its fiery American cuisine created by Executive Chef Michael Bertozzi, acclaimed wine program, live music, and a breathtaking views of the skyline, TWO will treat dads to a complimentary pint of beer along with the purchase of an entree during brunch and dinner.

TWO urban licks is located at 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30306. To make a reservation, call 404.522.4622 or visit twourbanlicks.com. Stay connected on Twitter at @2urbanlicks and Instagram at @TwoUrbanLicks and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TwoUrbanLicks/.

Give Dad a Day Away from the Grill at PARISH

One of the top brunch destinations in Atlanta, The Brasserie at PARISH is excited to treat dads to a relaxing day away from the grill this Father’s Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Conveniently located in Inman Park on the BeltLine, Executive Chef Chavez Hernandez is whipping up signature brunch favorites like the Chicken and Waffles, Brioche French Toast, and Shrimp & Grits along with a variety of mouthwatering specials that are sure to please dads. Known for its inspired, familiar American food, inventive beverage program, warm hospitality, and convenient location on the BeltLine, PARISH will also be serving Father’s Day dinner from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Parish is located at N. Highland Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307. For more information or to make a reservation, call 404.681.4434 or visit parishatl.com Stay connected on Twitter at @parishATL and Instagram at @ParishInmanPark and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/ParishFood-and-GoodsInman-Park

Celebrate Dad All Week Long at ROOM at TWELVE:

Families can celebrate Father’s Day all week long at the ROOM at TWELVE, a modern American steakhouse and favorite Downtown go-to destination for drinks, steaks and sushi. Hosting a Father’s Week from Monday, June 11th through Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17th, ROOM has whipped up daily dinner specials to add to its a la carte menu to make dads feel as extraordinary as they deserve.

Room at Twelve is located at 400 W Peachtree St, Atlanta, GA 30308. To make a reservation, call 404.418.1250 or visit roomattwelve.com. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @roomattwelve and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/roomattwelve.

Father’s Day Week Menu

MONDAY Burger & Bourbon! Purchase any burger off the menu and receive a free shot of bourbon. TUESDAY Choose an Entrée of $20 or more and receive a complimentary 14oz beer, appetizer, or dessert. WEDNESDAY 14oz Ribeye and choice of appetizer for $45. THURSDAY $5 Craft beer All Day. FRIDAY—SUNDAY Half or full rack of ribs, fries, and coleslaw for $22 / $32.

Toast to Dad at ALLORA

ALLORA, an Italian concept blending Italian classics with modern techniques and seasonal ingredients in Atlantic Station, is offering dads a special toast all day this Father’s Day with $4 Jameson Caskmates Whiskey. A local favorite, ALLORA’s Executive Chef Chris Maher offers an impressive and playful menu filled with housemade pastas, pizzas made to order, creative insalatas, small plates and more. This Father’s Day, ALLORA will be serving a delectable brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. If Dad prefers dinner instead, ALLORA will be serving dinner from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.

ALLORA is located in the TWELVE Hotel Midtown at 361 17th Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30363. Complimentary valet up to three hours and two hours free parking in the parking deck are available. For more information or to make a reservation, call 404.961.7370 or visit www.alloraatl.com. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram @alloraatl and on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/alloraatl.com.

Park Tavern's Sunset Sessions Free Concert Series

Located conveniently on the Atlanta BeltLine, Park Tavern in Piedmont Park is the place to be every Sunday during Sunset Sessions, its popular free, alternative music series featuring some of today’s most buzz-worthy artists. On Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17th beginning at 7 p.m., music-loving dads can enjoy the sounds of Little Stranger, a quirky indie hip-hop group, with a fresh hybrid of sounds, focused on originality, where every song is a separate work unto itself with all the strangeness that their name implies. While experiencing what promises to be a high-energy performance, revelers can take in the picturesque Atlanta skyline while enjoying specialty seasonal cocktails, house-brews, 1/2 off sushi from 9 p.m. to midnight, and much more. Guests must be 21+ older to attend.

Park Tavern is located in the heart of Midtown on the corner of 10th Street and Monroe overlooking Piedmont Park and the Midtown skyline. For more information, visit www.parktavern.com or call 404-249-0001. Stay connected on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/parktavern and on Twitter and Instagram at @parktavern.

Show Dad He’s a Cut Above the Rest at STK Atlanta on Father’s Day

This Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17th, if spoiling Dad with an unforgettable dinner is on the agenda or simply a last minute gift is in order, STK Atlanta is pulling out all the stops to show the big guy how much he’s loved. Located in the heart of Midtown, the modern steakhouse is offering a delectable, three-course prix-fixe menu for $115 featuring Lil' BRGs, Nueske’s smoked bacon, the finest cuts of meats, a roasted half chicken, must-have sides and a twist on warm banana bread pudding that’s to die for. If he’s a whiskey lover, exclusive pairings of WhiskeyPig Rye Whiskey are available for an additional $55. The popular hotspot will also have its full dinner menu available of seasonal dishes and signature favorites. Of course, STK doesn’t want Dad to leave empty handed, so he will be treated to a complimentary gift bag featuring a mini bottle of WhistlePig and his choice of a pocket square and cigar. For more information or to make a reservation, visit http://togrp.com/venue/stk-atlanta or call 404-793-0144. STK Atlanta is located at 1075 Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta on the corner of Peachtree and 12th Streets in the 12th & Midtown development. Stay connected on Twitter and Instagram at @eatstk #stkatlanta.

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9 Best Rooftop Bars In The U.S.

One of the best ways to finish off a great evening out is with music, drinks and dancing at an amazing rooftop bar overlooking an electric skyline.

The view, the ambiance and the people all work together to make for a great experience. Here are some of the top-rated rooftop bars in the United States.

Westlight (Brooklyn, New York)

The revival of Brooklyn has turned it into a foodie capital and now a nightlife capital as well. Westlight presents a chic lounge with premier views of Manhattan from 22 floors up, while pairing Andrew Carmellini’s food with Anne Robinson’s intriguing original cocktails. Westlight is open all year, but it is at peak rooftop partying status during the warmer months.

P.O.V. Rooftop Lounge at the W (Washington, D.C.)

There is no better view of our nation’s landmarks without flying over the city. P.O.V. Rooftop Lounge is swanky and known for offering a chance to rub elbows with D.C.’s in-crowd. The bar features delicious seasonal drinks made with locally-sourced berries.

Cindy’s Rooftop (Chicago, Ilinois)

Cindy’s Rooftop bar is the place to be at happy hour. With views of Lake Michigan and Millennium Park, guests enjoy Cindy’s “Potions and Elixirs” such as “We’ll Always Have Paris” and “Grey Garden.” The most popular local brews, “Great Lakes, Edmund Fitzgerald Porter,” and “Off Color Tooth & Claw, Dry Hopped Lager,” are always a hit. Diners at Cindy’s Rooftop enjoy one of the best menus in Chicago.

Pearl’s Rooftop on the Sunset Strip (West Hollywood, California)

Los Angeles in the Roaring ’20s is alive again at Pearl’s Rooftop. Keep cozy near the fireplace while enjoying the stunning view of the Sunset Strip. A “Pink Pearl” cocktail is a tart, sweet mix of gin and Prosecco. Pearl’s menu features treats from half-pound burgers to ahi tuna-stuffed avocado. You never know which A-lister you’ll be hanging out with at Pearl’s.

Frolik Kitchen + Cocktails at Motif (Seattle, Washington)

Billed as the hippest rooftop bar in the northwest, Frolik Kitchen fills its 4,000 square foot space with roaring fireplaces, ping-pong tables and shuffleboard courts just a few feet from its posh, candle-lit bar overlooking the brilliance of Seattle’s downtown. Whether you go for one of the Pacific Northwest’s best local brews or accept the dare to try the specialty of the house cocktail, the “Troublemaker,” there’s nothing but great times for everyone at Frolik Kitchen.

Sugar at East (Miami, Florida)

There are few party towns like Miami, and Sugar at East is the place to hold your party in Miami. This Asian-influenced hotel has a 270-degree view of the city 40 floors up. Partiers love the garden décor and designer cocktails to match.

9 Mile Station (Atlanta, Georgia)

The rooftop of Atlanta’s old City Hall building is now a beer garden and much, much more. Enjoy 9 Mile Station‘s sumptuous menu offerings ranging from BBQ chicken to lamb Bolognese, whole fish, or silly sausages by the inch featuring bratwurst, merguez and kielbasa. Or treat your group of four to the 9 Mile picnic-basket at Skyline Park next door for carnival games and the best view of Atlanta’s shimmering cityscape.

Linger (Denver, Colorado)

Known for nightlife and its weekend Bears and Brunch, Linger is one of the liveliest bars in Denver. Well known for its eclectic fusion of gourmet global street foods, you’ll enjoy mixes of East Asian, Middle Eastern and Latin dishes. Don’t forget to taste their Mongolian barbecue duck buns or Yellowfin tuna tacos. Your drinks come from their Bar-V, which is a repurposed 1975 hippie RV. Their cocktails are as fun and funky as their food. There’s nowhere better to enjoy the Rocky Mountain high.

El Techo de Lolinda (San Francisco, California)

Nightlife with an Argentinian twist in the Mission District is all the rage. Take in the city while sipping your Bloody Maria or enjoying a pitcher of sangria with small plates of ceviche and empanadas. El Techo de Lolinda is popular from brunch bashes to a late night rendezvous.

Rooftop bars are hotter than ever and everyone can look forward to a great night out in just about any big city in the United States. Salut!

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