Major Doug Finn

Here's a recent photo of Major Doug, a Denizen of the shop doing his thing.  He landed at the SMU Stadium for the Armed Forces Bowl.  Pretty cool to see our Friend.

Christmas Day 2011 @ The Beach

Isn't this what we all moved to the beach for.....God's Serenity.......

Not bad even if I say so myself.........copies available....

A couple of Dolphins playing and eating shrimp...what a way to live....

Do you ever get tired of looking at Dolphins....

I hope your Christmas was as lovely as mine, filled with love, peace and quiet...

Christmas Party @ The Cigar Shop



A collage of some of the  Denizens............

Another collage of the Denizens........

Three "ole men of the sea"  (aka..Cap'n Joe, Butch Webb and John)

Here's a great photo of "cabana Keith and his lovely spouse............eating and drinking......

Marine Ed and his "kiddos" enjoying the great night.

Who gave him the cigar??????? Joe and Butch, real cousins born and raised in Swansboro.

And of course here is the host and hostess (Georges and Liz enjoying the moment.

Georges and posing with Pat and Toni.  Always with the girls eh Georges.

Charles and Frank enjoying the nite.  Yes Frank is smiling........we love you guys...

Big John and Richie with one of new visitors....

Frank, Mike and Tony........sampling the liquor...........

And here is Mr. Butch......I got my eye on you....

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL FROM THE DENIZENS OF THE SHOP.

Swearing In Ceremony

One of the marine denizens re-upped and Lily is conducting a "pass in review".  Congrats to Clemente on his enlistment...  Thank you for service....

Okay everyone, just received a great photo of "little Joe", future Denizen of the Shop with our Founder Mr. Georges. 

With the Holidays coming I want to wish all the "Denizens of the Shop" a Happy Holiday season.........

A Man & His Dog

Georges and Lily hanging out in the sun.  Lily says, "check out my new hoody"....it matches my new red car.

We don't want to look at you, so says the queen.

This is the back side of my new hoody....don't you wish you had one????

Another Soup Sunday Denizens!!!

A new grill has appeared at the cigar shop, properly be inspected by "cabana boy" Keith prior to use.  It was used and works fine for our purposes.

Mark, John and Liz looking at Georges' new birthday heater.  It works like a charm and has contributed to the comfort of  "the denizens". 

Pat and Toni join John in the tasting of the goodies contributed by the many for another fun Sunday at "the shop".

Once again some the ladies of the shop getting ready to go home after the festivities at "the shop".  We all have a good time enjoying each other's company.

Georges' family joined "Soup Sunday", they are always fund to visit with and enjoy.

What do think George?  Should we have another beer or just smoke?

We would all like to thank Pat and Toni for the gingerbread cookies shared with all the "little denizens" that visit "the shop". (macaroons any one??????????????.) I'm not telling anything.......

Kimber Bell's First Visit To Georges.

The Cigar Shop tree is coming along with new ornaments being placed in positions of honor for all to enjoy.

Today was Kimber Bell's fist visit to the Georges as the new Rocky Patel Regional Sales Manager.  As you can see, she was surrounded by some the afternoon "denizens" with animals.  Rocky and Lily have given their approval to Kimber. (smoke that cigar girl)

Georges Birthday Oyster Roast

Of Course here is a photo of "Larry, Moe & Curly".  Welcome to the new Denizen of the Shop Tony Passaro (aka..Moe) and his "doggie", Rocky.  Tony is a sailor extraordinaire and is spending a month docked in town and wandered down to the shop while walking Rocky.

Of course here we have the "man of the hour" posing for his Birthday Photo with his "Harem" of beauties celebrating his birthday.  We know today is his birthday but he was born in Lebanon so it is one day earlier there so there.........

He never stops collecting his hugs and kisses for the members of the "Harem".....WE LOVE YOU BUDDY!!!!!!!  I am sure you have all heard that saying before.

The ladies are being regaled by Tony with his adventures.........

The ever famous Joe Nance hanging out waiting for the Oysters to start.  One person missing from this photo is "little Joe" but he will join us later to extend his wishes to Georges on his birthday.

Captain Joe is pondering, "how can I get this dog off my lap".  Oh by the way, Cap'n Joe has been promoted to "Commodore".

Here's Georges and "Italian John" enjoy a moment of laughter while welcoming the early guests.

This is a group of family members enjoying the rest of the evening.

Ciao for now my good buddies.

Waking Up

Hey Folks, I just received his photo from GySgt Tom Beltran ( one of the denizens of the cigar shop).  The photo is captioned "Waking Up".  Great photo from another part of the world.  He sends his best wishes and has pasted on the following, "Enjoy a good cigar at Georges, the shop is looking gorgeous and everyone take care.



The Blogger Revealed.

While searching thru some of my files I found the photo of "The Blogger" and thought everyone would enjoy seeing him in his early years......

2011 Thanksgiving @ Srickers

The Bird has been produced, cleaned and cooked, and now to rest a bit before the feast....

Resting and awaiting the end result.

Oh my, I being stuffed.  20 lbs and growing....

Brussel Sprouts, don't forget to eat your veggies.....

Of course, Bellinis for the fortunate.....

The table is set, 1, 2, 3 go.........

Some of our visitors with some libation in hand.

Here's a couple of characters you don't want to meet in a dark alley.......

So all our good friends, enjoy the photos and may you all have a Happy Holiday Season.. God Bless you all.   Roger and Pat.

Well Denizens of The Cigar Shop,  HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL.  I hope all are having a super day with friends and family.  Puff one for all of us.  God Bless.  Ciao................................."The Blogger"

Soup Sunday At The Shop...........

The "blogger" has spied some new "denizens of the shop".  Is that wine glasses I observe in the hands of the newcomers?  They catch on quickly.  But then they are sitting next to Mark and Liz. (oh, I lost my head, I should have known better)  Welcome to the "Cigar Shop"!!!!

Posing for the "blogger", yuk!!!!!!!! But it is good to see familiar faces around the campfire....

Notice the "newcomers" and the "old timers" are engaged in interesting repartee, all except Steve.  He isn't missing a lick on the food.  He is still in bachelor mood since his better half is away. (Once a pirate always a pirate) And more wine glasses,ummmmmmmmmmmm where do all the glasses come from?  The wine glass fairy, I suppose.

Now here is an interesting character, the infamous Mark in a jovial mood.  (notice all the beer bottles on the table behind him...mmmmmmmm