When did bombing become an announced event?

[JenksAnejo]

Question? - What is a bomb and should I be scared?

Answer - A bomb is really a package of cigars that has been sent to a person unsollicited and unannounced. They are a gift to the person who recieves them. Some people may fear getting this type of a gift.

:sh

Maybe I missed the message..

[The Poet]

On the one hand, brother, I agree. On the other, I don't have an issue with a "declaration of war" as opposed to sneak attacks . . . as long as I'm not the victim. :r

[bruceolee]

Bombs can be secret and random and those are certainly fun to do but they can also be public. Like a declaration of war and so on which involves everyone on the boards and I think can bring a lot of positivity into this place. It's entertaining as well. We all enjoy watching a BOTL or SOTL getting their mailboxes or houses destroyed. Especially if that person is very deserving of such a thing. It's a lot of fun but there should never be any pressure to compete. It's entirely up to that person but it's also infectious. :)

[AdamJoshua]

Question? - What is a bomb and should I be scared?

Answer - A bomb is really a package of cigars that has been sent to a person unsollicited and unannounced. They are a gift to the person who recieves them. Some people may fear getting this type of a gift.

:sh

Maybe I missed the message..


I tend to agree that a bomb is a "nice surprise" to someone to put a smile on their face, when you expect it it doesn't seem that big of a deal and what if you expect it but you aren't the one getting bombed, seems like there's room for a let down there. Then again I'm a noob. :)

[Remo]

It's all in fun, just because it's announced doesn't mean the target knows where it's going, unless the bomber puts the tracking number up. Seems to me that it really doesn't matter how we bomb, all good clean fun...do we really need rules of bombing and is it really something we need to concern ourselves with :sh

Bomb how you like is my motto :tu

[equetefue]

Question? - What is a bomb and should I be scared?

Answer - A bomb is really a package of cigars that has been sent to a person unsollicited and unannounced. They are a gift to the person who recieves them. Some people may fear getting this type of a gift.

:sh

Maybe I missed the message..

You feeling left out ?

All joke aside I partly agree with that as the way that has taken place here as of late, increases traffic, promotes a healthy environment, and receivers are still unannounce and somewhat a surprise.

[massphatness]

I've gone back and forth on this issue in my head over the years. I've settled on "what's my motivation" as a guiding principle. As a result, I no longer announce my intentions because I don't really want it to be about me sending the gift as I do about the recipient receiving the gift. More often than not, I send along a note asking that we keep this between us (doesn't always work). And if I really don't want any credit for the bombing, I simply send anonymously through a third party because if I decide to show you some love, it should be all about you and not about me.

[markem]

The notion of a bomb has actually changed over the years to include the "incoming!" announcements. Some see it as hubris or "look at me!", but I doubt that is the case for most people here.

The quiet, anonymous bombing still occurs, but of course you don't hear about it.

[czerbe]

Bombs can be secret and random and those are certainly fun to do but they can also be public. Like a declaration of war and so on which involves everyone on the boards and I think can bring a lot of positivity into this place. It's entertaining as well. We all enjoy watching a BOTL or SOTL getting their mailboxes or houses destroyed. Especially if that person is very deserving of such a thing. It's a lot of fun but there should never be any pressure to compete. It's entirely up to that person but it's also infectious. :)

:tpd:

[equetefue]

The notion of a bomb has actually changed over the years to include the "incoming!" announcements. Some see it as hubris or "look at me!", but I doubt that is the case for most people here.



Correct, I'm willing to bet that no one here does it for personal recognition or gain. Definitely not detectable that way from the messages being posted. More of a friendly "in your face" type of thing.

[Remo]

The notion of a bomb has actually changed over the years to include the "incoming!" announcements. Some see it as hubris or "look at me!", but I doubt that is the case for most people here.

The quiet, anonymous bombing still occurs, but of course you don't hear about it.

This...

I doubt that anyone here has the "look at me" attitude... We have all bombed, been bombed....like has been said it is a fun way to get people involved, keeps the board lively and is entertaining. All good, do it how you like :tu

[shilala]

I think it's fun, and perfectly okay, no matter how it's done.
I've done it every way that I've thought of, from anonymous to making videos, to saying to a friend in a banter thread "ya know what, I haven't bombed you for a long time."
Lots of my bombs aren't even bombs, really. I'll be talking to someone about smokes, they'll say something that makes me believe they'll really enjoy something I have that they don't, and I want to share. That's what we do with our cigars. We share.
If my motivation is to spread some love, I can't see how that can be wrong.
I can't see a problem with the brothers getting a "feel good" out of the bomb via sharing a picture. And if it motivates them to do the same, all the better. :tu

That said, I completely understand Vinnie's words and he made me smile. I'm taught to do for others and keep my mouth shut about it, that doing the right thing is it's own reward. Life allows plenty of opportunity for that, beyond cigars. It's a wonderful thing, although I won't comment any further via part two of that teaching.

[JenksAnejo]

You feeling left out ?

Because I don't feel it neccesary to include a DC when I send out a package? Then I guess, yes, I feel left out Edwin.

I was just wondering when this all started. Things have definitely changed since when I started here. I just never noticed it much until now. :tu

[big_jaygee]

as somebody who has bombed and created "incoming" threads...i can honestly say i have sent more bombs without creating a "incoming" thread. i have also received bombs that were sent without a thread, and i have sent my thank you's privately. i dont do it for the "look at me factor".... i just do it so people can start to worry and wonder...."am i next", is it finally my time"?

lately...everything has been public and i have no problem with it...it is all in good fun.

[Catfish]

I think it's fun, and perfectly okay, no matter how it's done.
I've done it every way that I've thought of, from anonymous to making videos, to saying to a friend in a banter thread "ya know what, I haven't bombed you for a long time."
Lots of my bombs aren't even bombs, really. I'll be talking to someone about smokes, they'll say something that makes me believe they'll really enjoy something I have that they don't, and I want to share. That's what we do with our cigars. We share.
If my motivation is to spread some love, I can't see how that can be wrong.
I can't see a problem with the brothers getting a "feel good" out of the bomb via sharing a picture. And if it motivates them to do the same, all the better. :tu

That said, I completely understand Vinnie's words and he made me smile. I'm taught to do for others and keep my mouth shut about it, that doing the right thing is it's own reward. Life allows plenty of opportunity for that, beyond cigars. It's a wonderful thing, although I won't comment any further via part two of that teaching.

He always puts things so much better than I could ever hope to. :tu


As someone who is guilty of enjoying finding "bombing" related pictures and captioning them to go along with a sent bomb, I can only hope that anyone here would believe me when I say I don't do it for recognition, I do it for fun.

[Remo]

He always puts things so much better than I could ever hope to. :tu


As someone who is guilty of enjoying finding "bombing" related pictures and captioning them to go along with a sent bomb, I can only hope that anyone here would believe me when I say I don't do it for recognition, I do it for fun.

Nope, you're a look at me whore!!! :lr

[bruceolee]

In the end, what it all comes down to is having fun. No matter your method. We don't need some long thought out philosophy on this. It's just about having fun with our friends. Since we all live (for the most part) so far away from each other it's the next best thing to hanging out with your friends and sharing cigars amongst other things with each other. I can't go and meet Pnoon at my local B&M every saturday since he lives across the country so the next best thing is to send him some good cigars to smoke which i would give to him anyways if we could meet up regularly. In a way it's bonding with your friends the only way we can sometimes. I put up a thread not to say look at me but in the hopes it inspires someone to do it to there friends far away but by no means is anyone ever obligated. As I said in the beginning it's all for fun and that's all it should ever be. Some of us are ninja's and some of us are Churchills or Pattons.

[Whipper Snapper]

:pn <--- I've had a lot of those bombs lately. Might have something to do with my diet though. :r

[Remo]

:pn <--- I've had a lot of those bombs lately. Might have something to do with my diet though. :r

With those bombs you really should announce and warn people !!!!

[Whipper Snapper]

With those bombs you really should announce and warn people !!!!

There's usually a certain noise associated with them that alerts most folks. :td ;s

[The Poet]

:pn <--- I've had a lot of those bombs lately. Might have something to do with my diet though. :r

Maybe you should change your handle to Smeller Felller. :D

[Whipper Snapper]

Maybe you should change your handle to Smeller Felller. :D

Yeah, I should probably change it. I think most people know by now that I used to be tecnorobo. If they don't, that might not be bad thing either. Not sure many people liked that tecnorobo guy, but I hear that whipper snapper is pretty awesome ;)

[kelmac07]

As Scott said, everyone has "their own" way of going about it. IMHO, it's all about sharing some of your sticks with someone you felt was worthy of receiving them. :2

I'm gonna continue to "spread the love"...as I enjoy it. :D

[Whipper Snapper]

Sharing cigars is fun. End of story.
So is playing tag. Haha, Tag, you're it.

Why not combine the two? hence the, "INCOMING!"
My two cents.

[The Poet]

My two scents.


Fixed it for ya, Feller. ;)

[Whipper Snapper]

Fixed it for ya, Feller. ;)

Fragrant, and very fragrant :r

[maninblack]

It's all in fun, just because it's announced doesn't mean the target knows where it's going, unless the bomber puts the tracking number up. Seems to me that it really doesn't matter how we bomb, all good clean fun...do we really need rules of bombing and is it really something we need to concern ourselves with :sh

Bomb how you like is my motto :tu

Hit the nail on the head.

[replicant_argent]

It is a rare man that will admit to being egotistical, a wise man once said.

[bruceolee]

Yeah, I should probably change it. I think most people know by now that I used to be tecnorobo. If they don't, that might not be bad thing either. Not sure many people liked that tecnorobo guy, but I hear that whipper snapper is pretty awesome ;)

Tecnorobo was SOOO cool back in the club stogie days. I wonder what happened to that guy?

This "whipper snapper" impostor on the other hand seems like tecnorobo's evil doppelgänger. he probably has a goatee just to complete the picture :)

[maninblack]

I'm still trying to figure out where the ego and look at me comments are coming from. If you feel we are doing that, then by all means call me out. Just shows how little people know about me. And I don't see very many here who are like that. We bomb as we please. Don't like it, don't make an issue of something that isn't there. Let's just all get along. This is a great forum. Bombs are a big part.of what makes it great.SSpreading the love.

[Whipper Snapper]

Tecnorobo was SOOO cool back in the club stogie days. I wonder what happened to that guy?

This "whipper snapper" impostor on the other hand seems like tecnorobo's evil doppelgänger. he probably has a goatee just to complete the picture :)

Oh, I HAVE some pictures I could post. In this thread for that matter. It'd kinda be like bombing the place. Photobombing. INCOMING?

[bruceolee]

I'm still trying to figure out where the ego and look at me comments are coming from. If you feel we are doing that, then by all means call me out. Just shows how little people know about me. And I don't see very many here who are like that. We bomb as we please. Don't like it, don't make an issue of something that isn't there. Let's just all get along. This is a great forum. Bombs are a big part.of what makes it great.SSpreading the love.
:tpd:

[bruceolee]

I bomb for the chicks. Whenever I bomb I can't fight em away there's THAT many. I mean check this chick out I got yesterday!

























































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I mean she's gotta be an 8 at least :noon

[big_jaygee]

:r :r :r

[equetefue]

8 !!!??? no way... at least not with that eyeliner :noon

[maninblack]

A 5 at best. But she'll have some nice tasty breasts when she's older.

[Lockspur]

One benefit to bomb announcements is there seems to be "contagiousness" to them. A few people dropped tracking numbers…and now there's a crap load of bombing going on.

I've bombed with and without starting threads…and honestly, I prefer silent attacks.

As long as you're doing it in the spirit of passing on love, and not competition, then bomb as you see fit.

[equetefue]

One benefit to bomb announcements is there seems to be "contagiousness" to them. A few people dropped tracking numbers…and now there's a crap load of bombing going on.

I've bombed with and without starting threads…and honestly, I prefer silent attacks.

As long as you're doing it in the spirit of passing on love, and not competition, then bomb as you see fit.

You tell'em Scotty :sl

[bobarian]

I'm still trying to figure out where the ego and look at me comments are coming from. If you feel we are doing that, then by all means call me out. Just shows how little people know about me. And I don't see very many here who are like that. We bomb as we please. Don't like it, don't make an issue of something that isn't there. Let's just all get along. This is a great forum. Bombs are a big part.of what makes it great.SSpreading the love.

I must have missed those posts. :sh I only see the OP posing a question, then lots of others posting their own justifications. :2

[bruceolee]

A 5 at best. But she'll have some nice tasty breasts when she's older.

Are you saying she's underage?! She swore she was 18!!!

[maninblack]

It is a rare man that will admit to being egotistical, a wise man once said.

Here's one you missed Bobarian.

[maninblack]

And this has been brought up before. This isn't this topics first rodeo. Some people claim others do it for the recognition or as an ego boost. I tend to have faith in enough inmates here that that isn't the case.

[Porch Dweller]

One benefit to bomb announcements is there seems to be "contagiousness" to them. A few people dropped tracking numbers…and now there's a crap load of bombing going on.

I've bombed with and without starting threads…and honestly, I prefer silent attacks.

As long as you're doing it in the spirit of passing on love, and not competition, then bomb as you see fit.

:tpd:

[equetefue]

This is all Munky's fault :D

He started this all out warfare

[markem]

That someone asked the question should be no reason for people to raise their hackles. That some see it as self-serving to announce that you are sending out a package to some unnamed person isn't surprising. I have had people active on this board admit to me in person that one of the reasons for announcing bombs is to get bumps and recognition. Is that bad? Probably not, but is a new-ish addition to a very old custom.

[Whipper Snapper]

That someone asked the question should be no reason for people to raise their hackles. That some see it as self-serving to announce that you are sending out a package to some unnamed person isn't surprising. I have had people active on this board admit to me in person that one of the reasons for announcing bombs is to get bumps and recognition. Is that bad? Probably not, but is a new-ish addition to a very old custom.

I have a few odd bumps on my back. Didn't announce any bombs to end up with those though. I must be that renowned.

[shilala]

I can remember when we used to have bombing wars. And by war, I mean war.
Two guys would sling stuff back and forth at each other for weeks or months. All out in public and it was an absolute laugh riot.
Talk about sweat. You'd just hope someone would cave.. :lr

We've done mass bombing runs that had nearly 100 people join in. I can remember one in particular that literally transformed the recipient. The overwhelming love changed the way he thought about people, period.

I can remember when I was in an accident at work and I broke my back. It was the day before my birthday. I was laying on the couch feeling as low as I had ever felt in my life, with so much misery coming in the near future, bills, operations, doctors, it was awful.
On my birthday came a package. A box of cigars from someone I barely knew. For my birthday. It literally made my cry. It also changed my entire outlook on the crap I was about to go through. It reminded me how much I love people and how much I love being loved, so I sucked it up and got on with it.
When I went into surgery, the brothers here (at CS, actually) sent me everything I could possibly need to keep me entertained while I healed up. The outpouring of love and caring was astounding.

I can't even begin to tell all the stories of guys who's bomb arrived just at the right time. Right when they were lower than a snake's belly in a wagon rut. A small gesture of kindness that truly saved them that day, and an amazing "coincidence".
I don't believe there are any coincidences in God's world. There's no way that I could know that someone was about to jump off a roof, then the package that I sent days before caused them to step back from the edge. I've been on the receiving end of those "coincidences" many, many times.
I bet that nearly everyone, if not everyone here, can relay such a story as it happened to them. I can think of a bunch off the top of my head.

I say that if anyone wants to announce a bomb, go crazy. Let's just hope the bomb has the same tremendous impact. I think that's what folks worry about with the "announcing", that the magic healing part of the bomb may be lost with the announcement?

[Ogre]

I can remember when we used to have bombing wars. And by war, I mean war.
Two guys would sling stuff back and forth at each other for weeks or months. All out in public and it was an absolute laugh riot.
Talk about sweat. You'd just hope someone would cave.. :lr

We've done mass bombing runs that had nearly 100 people join in. I can remember one in particular that literally transformed the recipient. The overwhelming love changed the way he thought about people, period.

I can remember when I was in an accident at work and I broke my back. It was the day before my birthday. I was laying on the couch feeling as low as I had ever felt in my life, with so much misery coming in the near future, bills, operations, doctors, it was awful.
On my birthday came a package. A box of cigars from someone I barely knew. For my birthday. It literally made my cry. It also changed my entire outlook on the crap I was about to go through. It reminded me how much I love people and how much I love being loved, so I sucked it up and got on with it.
When I went into surgery, the brothers here (at CS, actually) sent me everything I could possibly need to keep me entertained while I healed up. The outpouring of love and caring was astounding.

I can't even begin to tell all the stories of guys who's bomb arrived just at the right time. Right when they were lower than a snake's belly in a wagon rut. A small gesture of kindness that truly saved them that day, and an amazing "coincidence".
I don't believe there are any coincidences in God's world. There's no way that I could know that someone was about to jump off a roof, then the package that I sent days before caused them to step back from the edge. I've been on the receiving end of those "coincidences" many, many times.
I bet that nearly everyone, if not everyone here, can relay such a story as it happened to them. I can think of a bunch off the top of my head.

I say that if anyone wants to announce a bomb, go crazy. Let's just hope the bomb has the same tremendous impact. I think that's what folks worry about with the "announcing", that the magic healing part of the bomb may be lost with the announcement?

Vary well put brother

[Whipper Snapper]

I can remember when we used to have bombing wars. And by war, I mean war.
Two guys would sling stuff back and forth at each other for weeks or months. All out in public and it was an absolute laugh riot.
Talk about sweat. You'd just hope someone would cave.. :lr

We've done mass bombing runs that had nearly 100 people join in. I can remember one in particular that literally transformed the recipient. The overwhelming love changed the way he thought about people, period.

I can remember when I was in an accident at work and I broke my back. It was the day before my birthday. I was laying on the couch feeling as low as I had ever felt in my life, with so much misery coming in the near future, bills, operations, doctors, it was awful.
On my birthday came a package. A box of cigars from someone I barely knew. For my birthday. It literally made my cry. It also changed my entire outlook on the crap I was about to go through. It reminded me how much I love people and how much I love being loved, so I sucked it up and got on with it.
When I went into surgery, the brothers here (at CS, actually) sent me everything I could possibly need to keep me entertained while I healed up. The outpouring of love and caring was astounding.

I can't even begin to tell all the stories of guys who's bomb has arrived just at the right time. Right when they were lower than a snake's belly in a wagon rut. A small gesture of kindness that truly saved them that day, and an amazing "coincidence".
I don't believe there are any coincidences in God's world. There's no way that I could know that someone was about to jump off a roof, then the package that I sent days before caused them to step back from the edge. I've been on the receiving end of those "coincidences" many, many times.
I bet that nearly everyone, if not everyone here can relay such a story as it happened to them. I can think of a bunch off the top of my head.

I say that if anyone wants to announce a bomb, go crazy. Let's just hope the bomb has the same tremendous impact. I think that's what folks worry about with the "announcing", that the magic healing part of the bomb may be lost with the announcement?

Used to, the announcements gave me the shivers. You know, the "OH Please don't be me!" kind of thing. Now they just make me chuckle because I know I'm not much of a target anymore and someone is about to have their mailbox ruined and a smile put on their face. I like it that way. I had my "day in the sun" so to speak. And, if it weren't for my day in the sun, I'd never have worked at two different brick and mortar cigar stores. I never would've known habanos taste so good. More than anything... I don't know if I'd still be posting on these boards today. Now, I'm not saying I came to the old place (or this place) because of the bombs. Hell, when I first joined CS, I didn't even know a "bomb" existed. I was a young kid who wanted to know more about cigars. A bunch of "old guys" decided I would learn the way they saw fit; me trying a bunch of cigars I'd never be able to afford at that age. That crazy bombing raid that lasted for around 2 years opened my eyes up to the kindness and generosity of botl's. I formed some great relationships that may have otherwise not happened had I not been steamrolled. God knows I tried cigars I'll probably never see again.

And well, here I am today. Making inappropriate threads in the bombs section, being a banter queen, and most of all- hanging out with my friends.

I like bombs. I like watching from afar when the announcements are made and people get giddy. I really like watching the carpet bombings and wars you mentioned. I like it when someone's day is made. :banger

[czerbe]

One benefit to bomb announcements is there seems to be "contagiousness" to them. A few people dropped tracking numbers…and now there's a crap load of bombing going on.

I've bombed with and without starting threads…and honestly, I prefer silent attacks.

As long as you're doing it in the spirit of passing on love, and not competition, then bomb as you see fit.

Says the man who have been bombed more than Paris Hilton! :r:r

[maninblack]

I can remember when we used to have bombing wars. And by war, I mean war.
Two guys would sling stuff back and forth at each other for weeks or months. All out in public and it was an absolute laugh riot.
Talk about sweat. You'd just hope someone would cave.. :lr

We've done mass bombing runs that had nearly 100 people join in. I can remember one in particular that literally transformed the recipient. The overwhelming love changed the way he thought about people, period.

I can remember when I was in an accident at work and I broke my back. It was the day before my birthday. I was laying on the couch feeling as low as I had ever felt in my life, with so much misery coming in the near future, bills, operations, doctors, it was awful.
On my birthday came a package. A box of cigars from someone I barely knew. For my birthday. It literally made my cry. It also changed my entire outlook on the crap I was about to go through. It reminded me how much I love people and how much I love being loved, so I sucked it up and got on with it.
When I went into surgery, the brothers here (at CS, actually) sent me everything I could possibly need to keep me entertained while I healed up. The outpouring of love and caring was astounding.

I can't even begin to tell all the stories of guys who's bomb arrived just at the right time. Right when they were lower than a snake's belly in a wagon rut. A small gesture of kindness that truly saved them that day, and an amazing "coincidence".
I don't believe there are any coincidences in God's world. There's no way that I could know that someone was about to jump off a roof, then the package that I sent days before caused them to step back from the edge. I've been on the receiving end of those "coincidences" many, many times.
I bet that nearly everyone, if not everyone here, can relay such a story as it happened to them. I can think of a bunch off the top of my head.

I say that if anyone wants to announce a bomb, go crazy. Let's just hope the bomb has the same tremendous impact. I think that's what folks worry about with the "announcing", that the magic healing part of the bomb may be lost with the announcement?

And that is why Scott is one of my heroes. Well said brother.

[bighairlogo]

I have no problem with public bombing, I enjoy reading the threads and love watching people get smacked around. It's not the reasons I send out bombs but if people want to boost their ego or whatever by sending cigars to great BOTL's then let em! Sounds like a win win to me.

[icehog3]

I happen to be a fan of the old-school anonymous bombing. While that may be my preference, I see an enormous amount of generosity from scores of Inmates here, and that makes me smile. Just because you may do it differently than I do doesn't make it any less heartfelt, generous, sincere. I am a BIGGER fan of the spirit of giving and Brotherhood I see on this board, and encourage you all to bomb however you see fit...It's wonderful ANY way you choose. :)

[Whipper Snapper]

I happen to be a fan of the old-school anonymous bombing. While that may be my preference, I see an enormous amount of generosity from scores of Inmates here, and that makes me smile. Just because you may do it differently than I do doesn't make it any less heartfelt, generous, sincere. I am a BIGGER fan of the spirit of giving and Brotherhood I see on this board, and encourage you all to bomb however you see fit...It's wonderful ANY way you choose. :)

I still remember getting bombs from God knows who. They know though.

[Adriftpanda]

I'm not a mod, but lets keep the bantering crap off a thread for once.

Bombs, gifts, care packages, are all great. We all love them, and there's nothing better than to come home to a surprise box of two. Everyone will have their own 2 cents about this topic and there's nothing wrong with that. Personally, I don't care. I feel most of the time it's a "look at me, look at me" kind of thread, but than again, that's my opinion and why I don't bother with the bomb threads often.

[bruceolee]

I remember getting a bomb after a terrible day at work. I can't remember why the day was so bad now the only thing i can remember was that i tore into that box like a kid at christmas and was just blown away by the fact that of all days to get one i got one THAT day. Made the rest of my evening and well into the next day. Thats another reason i bomb. You never know who's day you're making but dammit it's awesome when you do! :)

[markem]

It seems to me that some need to go back and read post #1 of this thread. It isn't about "why you bomb" or "I like being bombed" as many of the posts here seem to want to drag the conversation. If people want a different, even related, topic, please start one. Some of us are interested in the original question.

[shilala]

I remember when Vinnie got bombed with pies. It was hilarious. :lr

[equetefue]

It seems to me that some need to go back and read post #1 of this thread. It isn't about "why you bomb" or "I like being bombed" as many of the posts here seem to want to drag the conversation. If people want a different, even related, topic, please start one. Some of us are interested in the original question.

Both the question and answer are within post #1, meaning there is no reason for any of us to reply :)

[JenksAnejo]

Both the question and answer are within post #1, meaning there is no reason for any of us to reply


Maybe we are reading different threads.. Because I don't see it.

[equetefue]

Question? - What is a bomb and should I be scared?

Answer - A bomb is really a package of cigars that has been sent to a person unsollicited and unannounced. They are a gift to the person who recieves them. Some people may fear getting this type of a gift.

:sh

Maybe I missed the message..

Both question and answer stated above :tu

[JenksAnejo]

That wasn't the question.... That was a copy and paste from the FAQ on bombs.. The question was when did bombing become an announced event.

[equetefue]

I guess it never got announced, but did become just that at times. Perhaps we should change the name from bomb to something else to appease whoever is offended by the wrong use of the term.

Would that work? Perhaps we can start a separate thread with a petition

Bomb - unknown sneak attack

Proposal
Nuclear/postal/etc - partially known attack to a fellow BOTL in the interest of surprising the receiving deserving party with gifts, without interest of recognition or personal gain of any sort.

[the jiggler]

FWIW, I think the rash of recent incoming posts have been a riot and I enjoy watching the tale as it's told. That being said I also like the posts where somebody post pics of carnage with no idea who its from. Usually with both you get some sort of report on how the gift made somebody's day, which as Scott so eloquently described above is what it's all about. It's a gift and the giver can give it however they want.

(This just about the least "look at me" place on the interwebs).

[JenksAnejo]

I haven't seen anyone post on here that they are offended or that they wanted the name to be changed. Seems like the only one offended may be you. Strange coincidence, eh?

[equetefue]

I haven't seen anyone post on here that they are offended or that they wanted the name to be changed. Seems like the only one offended may be you. Strange coincidence, eh?

Not at all my friend. Takes a lot to offend me as I don't care for trivial things. Is just that question can be taken by some as sarcastic due to the timing of it along with all the bombing threads taking place right now, when it might be a very legit question.

In any case I have proposed a suggestion that could help differentiate the two types of bombing that seem to have taking place as of late. This will help fellow BOTL not get confused and pose the same question you posted in the future.

[RevSmoke]

:pn <--- I've had a lot of those bombs lately. Might have something to do with my diet though. :r

With those bombs you really should announce and warn people !!!!

There's usually a certain noise associated with them that alerts most folks. :td ;s

There should be more warning than simply the noise accompanying the smell. I believe that Mike could attest to the fact that certain people should be required to give warning so that evacuation can occur before the actual event takes place.

[pnoon]

There should be more warning than simply the noise accompanying the smell. I believe that Mike could attest to the fact that certain people should be required to give warning so that evacuation can occur before the actual event takes place.

As an expert on the subject, I can tell you that evacuation is exactly what is taking place.
:D

[Ogre]

There should be more warning than simply the noise accompanying the smell. I believe that Mike could attest to the fact that certain people should be required to give warning so that evacuation can occur before the actual event takes place.

But on the other foot, giving a warning my take away from the desired effect. Mike can attest to this.

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc9/ogre3239/Cigar/5-22001.jpg

Frank as well

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc9/ogre3239/Cigar/Drez4.jpg

With forewarning neither one of these guys would have shown up.

[JenksAnejo]

:r :r :r Certificate of ***** Slapedness

[yourchoice]

The question was when did bombing become an announced event.

The answer is, when people started announcing bombs. :D

I've been on the forums for about 8 years or so (predominately here, and before that, CS). I think some bombs have always been announced (since I've been active). Here, I can say that's definitely the case. Organize the Bombs Forum by date in descending order and you'll see "announced bombs" within the first week of CA's creation. I really don't want to go back to the other place to do further research. ;)

Is the percentage of bombs that are announced higher than before? Probably. But to an extent, some bombs have always been announced, here at CA anyway.

I could say more, but I keep deleting what I type...that usually means I shouldn't post it. :) I urge others to do similarly.:2

[icehog3]

I really don't want to go back to the other place to do further research. ;)



While much of your post is wise, Joel.....this part may be the "wisest". ;) :r

[pnoon]

I really don't want to go back to the other place to do further research. ;)


While much of your post is wise, Joel.....this part may be the "wisest". ;) :r

You're right Tom. I'd rather visit a proctologist in dire need of a manicure.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

I'm not a mod, but lets keep the bantering crap off a thread for once.

Bombs, gifts, care packages, are all great. We all love them, and there's nothing better than to come home to a surprise box of two. Everyone will have their own 2 cents about this topic and there's nothing wrong with that. Personally, I don't care. I feel most of the time it's a "look at me, look at me" kind of thread, but than again, that's my opinion and why I don't bother with the bomb threads often.

:tpd:

[MrClean]

You're right Tom. I'd rather visit a proctologist in dire need of a manicure.

I'm pretty sure that's saying something right there.
I'm over 40 and have had the checkup, that 'other place' must be horrible. :D

I've been here a little over 2 years now. I've seen all kinds of crazy bombs/bombings. I love them all.
Just like I love the diversity of people we have here. Some bomb, some don't, some are opinionated and voice it, some aren't. But regardless, they're all good people to me. :2

[dijit]

I think announcing the bombings became popular when certain members here started cowering in fear of a new skirt fitting.

[Smoqman]

It's all in fun, just because it's announced doesn't mean the target knows where it's going, unless the bomber puts the tracking number up. Seems to me that it really doesn't matter how we bomb, all good clean fun...do we really need rules of bombing and is it really something we need to concern ourselves with :sh

Bomb how you like is my motto :tu

Agreed.

[RevSmoke]

I think announcing the bombings became popular when certain members here started cowering in fear of a new skirt fitting.

There is some truth to this.

[RevSmoke]

I must echo Vin's words.

I often send care packages (I never bomb anybody) out to people for the purpose of reminding them that they are not alone, or to fill a need where I see it, or...

Also, I usually do not announce them beforehand, and often request that they only acknowledge to me privately that they received it, and not to go public with it - PLEASE!

Every once in a while though, I do get caught up in the passion of the moment and want to see/hear/read people squirm as they wait for carnage to descend upon them.

I think that bombing announcements are not so much about receiving accolades for good deeds as much as they are a moment to watch the madness that ensues when such announcements are made. It is fun to watch the speculation about where a package might land, and the fear that it instills in people.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

Todd

[G G]

I remember when Vinnie got bombed with pies. It was hilarious. :lr
I sent him one, and I seem to remember you put me up to it.:r

[massphatness]

(sorry Huy) I probably should have changed my screen name to MassFATness after that happiness.

Bomb as you see fit, no doubt, but bomb for the right reason: to show a brother he's thought of and cared about. There are times, not always - but times, when I'll read a bomb thread/launch announcement and come away feeling that it has nothing whatsoever to do with the target and everything to do with the sender trying for the ooh & ahh factor. I know this feeling well because I was guilty of it more than once at the old place. I wanted to be seen as a standup gorilla. I didn't care who I targeted; just so long as everyone knew I was about to lay the smack down. It took a while for me to adjust my thinking. I may announce a bomb every now and again these days, but more often I like to attack from stealth mode. There's something to be said for shock and awe, to be sure, but like the snipers say, "If you heard the shot, it wasn't meant for you."
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[AdamJoshua]

This is why I enjoyed the newbie trade thread, you could bomb the heck out of someone new to the asylum and sometimes quite new to the world of cigars and really blow them away, personally I really enjoy that. I remember getting my first package from there and I was left seriously shocked and overwhelmed at the person's generosity, not to mention getting to try a couple of handfulls of new sticks I've never seen in my local B&M.

[shilala]

Certificate of ***** Slapedness
That made me lol for real. I'm still giggling. :lr
The answer is, when people started announcing bombs. :D

I've been on the forums for about 8 years or so (predominately here, and before that, CS). I think some bombs have always been announced (since I've been active). Here, I can say that's definitely the case. Organize the Bombs Forum by date in descending order and you'll see "announced bombs" within the first week of CA's creation. I really don't want to go back to the other place to do further research. ;)

Is the percentage of bombs that are announced higher than before? Probably. But to an extent, some bombs have always been announced, here at CA anyway.

I could say more, but I keep deleting what I type...that usually means I shouldn't post it. :) I urge others to do similarly.:2
Good job, Joel. Right on the money, too. As long as I've seen bombs flying, I've seen some of them announced.

[MUNKY]

I do it for the loll's, some with warning, some without, most just because you guys here have opened your house and let me sit down and eat with you...breaking bread with great people and awesome company. I truly hope there wasn't a rule about giving a warning because quite frankly my clown is awesome....

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a359/brandonmeyer/3ad71d31-69b6-41a3-aebb-d75d439d6f36_zps65771b6b.jpg (http://s15.photobucket.com/user/brandonmeyer/media/3ad71d31-69b6-41a3-aebb-d75d439d6f36_zps65771b6b.jpg.html)

[Lockspur]

I do it for the loll's, some with warning, some without, most just because you guys here have opened your house and let me sit down and eat with you...breaking bread with great people and awesome company. I truly hope there wasn't a rule about giving a warning because quite frankly my clown is awesome....

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a359/brandonmeyer/3ad71d31-69b6-41a3-aebb-d75d439d6f36_zps65771b6b.jpg (http://s15.photobucket.com/user/brandonmeyer/media/3ad71d31-69b6-41a3-aebb-d75d439d6f36_zps65771b6b.jpg.html)

Ahem. YOUR clown?? (http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=61446). :p

[Lockspur]

My apologies, my link is to an old thread...not a recent one. Just a proviso. ;)