Slots.
Posted: July 28, 2006 Filed under: Uncategorized 4 Comments »
So ever the storyteller, we were out with Kristin and her hub tonight. We dragged them to a Vietnamese restaurant that we love and made them eat shrimp in the shell with heads on. But, aside from that, they liked the meal. And then, we went to a local bar to play pool. But, alas, the pool tables had a long list (which we dutifully put our names on), so we sat at the outside bar, watched the gorgeous lightning show and drank Petron and told stories.
Of course, they were interested to hear about the neighborhood. But aside from that, we talked about the new house for them. And I told them about going gambling with my dad.
About twice a year, I go to a casino on the eastern shore of Delaware with my dad. Just a couple weeks ago, I went. It’s wonderful. I love spending this time with him. He picks me up at 6:00 am. We drive 2 plus hours to this place. Then, we play the slots. This time, I won. Not a little, either. Then, we had breakfast. ON THE HOUSE. Yes, we are high rollers. Very.
Anyway, aside from winning the huge bucks, it was great spending time alone with my dad. AND I was home in time to get the kids from camp.
The boys thought it was funny that I gambled. It think it’s excellent that I get to spend time with my daddy.
Life is short. Have fun.
Your blog has turned into my daily newspaper. I’ve become addicted. Do you have a self-help group? I also think you should compile all your great parenting ideas and things you do with the boys. You’re such a creative mom!
Dad and daughter relationships are so important and often overlooked by nowadays. Great that you and your dad have your own tradition.
Your time with your dad sounds awesome. You’re right about that having fun stuff. Really. Why not?
And it’s killing me, but I am TRYING to be tactful and not ask you how much money you won. I hope it was one-hundred-million.
Megan – you crack me up. I’m glad yuo enjoy reading this!
Junebee – I’ve been lucky – my dad & I have always done fun things together!
GNG – Yes, it was awesome. I wish it was one-hundred-million. If it was, I’d send you a big cut! It wasn’t a life-changing amount. More like going to Nordstrom and getting a really groovy outfit.