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On Vacation!
Finally! This got put off last year for work reasons and now we’re underway! We may actually have two vacations this year to make up for the crappiness of 2016. What wonders will we encounter in Las Vegas? No idea … Continue reading
Alea iacta est!…Las Vegas 17 A is go
I also changed the countdown widget since I really don’t give a crap about “celebrating” how many years I’ve officially been with Apple given their history of stiffing me on real promotions. The upside of remaining relegated as a senior … Continue reading
Why craps dice have “hard” corners
Over the years, Las Vegas has slowly integrated technological changes/improvements to save money (vouchers instead of dumping quarters, no more plastic cups) or to get people with social anxiety to play (pop-o-matic craps, solo roulette machines). The one element I … Continue reading
The cats of Tahiti Village (Las Vegas)
Wherever humans reside in great numbers, especially at resorts/dorms, feral cats seem to follow. Firstly, the cats discover the vermin (rats, roaches) to live off of; secondly, human garbage often contains uneaten food cats like; lastly, people suck and many … Continue reading
Vacation is over
It really ended on the plane ride back Wednesday afternoon, always rough because the take off is at a steeper angle with the mountains causing the craft to shake. The seatbelt light went dark an hour in. Rather odd that … Continue reading
Gambling always makes the NFL watchable
I’ve probably said this a dozen times, gambling makes football more interesting because you have skin in the game. Las Vegas is the greatest city for enjoying sports too. Small wonder more people come here than the host city to … Continue reading
Vacation ’15 (or Vegas XII) has really begun!
Our avatars along with Tiny (Playmobil) Elvis are with us on the vacation which is finally underway. The flight was under the wire since there was a huge line at the Southwest terminal in Austin…at 5 AM! Bergstrom has made improvements … Continue reading
Vegas ’15 is set
No matter what happens to my joke of a career at Apple, our vacation in September is set thanks to the accommodations being paid for. Next up, the plane tickets. Shows when we’re there remain a mystery but I think … Continue reading
Some overdue good news involving Las Vegas
Now that my recent relapse of the flu has subsided, I can finally get back to what I enjoy, namely writing/posting good news. Last week had a doozy. Drum roll please… Our final timeshare deed is now paid in full! … Continue reading
A new junk food stop for the annual Vegas pilgrimage
Back in 2003, the must-eat junk food stop was Carl’s Jr/Hardees, now we have one in Cedar Park near the Stars’ arena. Next came Raising Cane’s down the street from our timeshare. Those have popped up all over Austin. Steak … Continue reading
Magic Johnson
Glad to get my Brushes with Greatness part of the Vegas trip back on track! I might not be a Lakers fan but Magic Johnson is a player I’ve respected since college. When I was younger, he wasn’t on my … Continue reading
The feral cats of Tahiti Village 2014
One awesome encounter at Tahiti Village was with the maintenance manager who helps oversee the feral cat population around the parking garage. It was good news mostly. Through her efforts with the city/county, many have been rounded up over the … Continue reading
First royal flush I’ve seen in 17 years and this time, it’s mine!
I remember the first time I saw someone get a royal flush at video poker. It was during my four weeks of living in Las Vegas for PowerComputing. We ate dinner at Caesar’s Palace and afterwards we played the game … Continue reading
Little Elvis meets Big Elvis!
What more can I say? This would make a great comparison on exercise Sesame Street. Big Elvis was a fantastic sport, I’m definitely joining his newsletter.