This & That

 Just some thoughts:

• The Retiree's Cigar Group was a pure delight!  One of the fellows, who is roughly 80 or so, was telling me of his grandson who had just graduated this past December, and I ended up finding out he (the grandson) was a former student of mine.  The fellow who had initially invited me from Mass was there as well, and we talked about various things, including his interest in HAM radio, which I have had a mild interest in, but have not pursued.  There were fewer folks yesterday due to the still "holiday" timings for a lot of folks, but it was great fun.  I indulged in a Perdomo cigar again and it was very pleasant (it was NOT a pipe, but it was nice in its own way).  
• Running was good this morning, although the tiredness of my upper body training is a bit noticeable in my running as well because I tend to brace myself a lot with my legs when I am using the various weight machines.  
• I shall be lifting again today as well.  
• I believe we are still on for having dinner with my sisters this evening.  I may indulge in a beer (IPA preferred if possible for its "hoppiness").  
• My wife and I are hoping to swim this afternoon before going to dinner.  

PipeTobacco

Contentedness Score = 7.5... nice day of things seemingly falling back into a pleasant, recognizable routine.  

Pipe Craving Score = 7... the cigar yesterday was nice, but it was NOT a pipe, and the beautiful memories of prior pipes are keeping me chugging along.  If I think about the memories too deeply, though, it can feel bittersweet because of not currently indulging.  But, if I simply let myself relive their beauty in a more ephemeral sort of mindset, it is quite pleasant.