My first trip to Vegas in many years (except for brief work-related trips - more often to Henderson and N. Las Vegas) was insightful and interesting. Was offered crack at a gas station (thereby learning one DOES NOT fill up at Circle K on Las Vegas Blvd.), antagonized the pan-handlers, and discovered that one can't get a sandwich "to go" after 11 pm at Harrah's. (I think I deserved a "Whiner's chip" for THAT one) <G>

My deepest and most sincere thanks go to the Karli's... meeting them was undoubtedly the highlight of my trip -- along with O'Neals. Bruce and Donna generously drove me around (although they had family visiting) and spent a day with me.

Slot card collectors be warned! Bruce and Donna can spot an abandoned slot card at 85 feet and in 0-6 seconds make a B-line to possession! A feat I hope too to accomplish someday.

Thanks guys again. I had a BLAST!!!! Meetings didn't resolve things as hoped... so I may be back next month.