When did bombing become an announced event?

Originally Posted by 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.

[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.

[equetefue]

Originally Posted by 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.

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.

[shilala]

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

[G G]

Originally Posted by shilala

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

I sent him one, and I seem to remember you put me up to it.

[equetefue]

Originally Posted by 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.



Maybe I missed the message..

Both question and answer stated above

[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.

[yourchoice]

Originally Posted by JenksAnejo

The question was when did bombing become an announced event.

The answer is, when people started announcing bombs.

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.

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by yourchoice

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".

[pnoon]

Originally Posted by yourchoice

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

Originally Posted by icehog3

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

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

[shilala]

Originally Posted by JenksAnejo

Certificate of ***** Slapedness

That made me lol for real. I'm still giggling.

Originally Posted by yourchoice

The answer is, when people started announcing bombs.

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.

Good job, Joel. Right on the money, too. As long as I've seen bombs flying, I've seen some of them announced.

[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.

[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]

Originally Posted by 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?

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.

[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).

[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

[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.

[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....