TR: Back in the LV groove
Quote: aceofspadesSo I woke up early and headed down to the casino to see if I could restart my winning ways...
All did not go according to plan as things picked up where they left off last night...plenty of 12s-16s for me and plenty of 20s and 21s for the dealer
After an hour of abuse I had lost 2k and was beyond hungry so I wandered over to the Claim Jumper
Upon being aeated, I waited about 10minutes with nary a head nod from the waitstaff--I got up and left, telling the hostess what happened--she apologized but it was not her fault
I grabbed a protein bar and headed back to the pit
In about 20minutes the ship was righted
I was once again EVEN
I continued to play and after a couple of more shuffles, was once again north of the Mendoza line
Trip is +1250
That's what we like to hear! Perhaps it was "fate" you skip that meal? lol... Keep the train movin' that direction!
I bet this must sting Bob a little.. no schaden... ;)
Quote: aceofspadesan aside...
Got in the elevator with a gentleman mumbling to himself he was decked out in black sweats, black tank top and a gigantic diamond necklace that read "SWAG"
He proceeded to flex his arms and attempted to shadow-box me
I laughed an she went on to tell me he is 60 years old, quicker than a rabbit and that if he decides to take me out it would be over in a few seconds
I laughed and agreed him--at that point the elevator doors opened and he exited with nary a word
Yeah I could see how.... whaaaaaaaaat? lol sounds like quite the interesting conversation. I like how you handled it "Yep, sure could!" Oh Vegas, you rarely disappoint on the topic of "weird people."
Quote: RomesThat's what we like to hear! Perhaps it was "fate" you skip that meal? lol... Keep the train movin' that direction!
I bet this must sting Bob a little.. no schaden... ;)Quote: aceofspadesan aside...
Got in the elevator with a gentleman mumbling to himself he was decked out in black sweats, black tank top and a gigantic diamond necklace that read "SWAG"
He proceeded to flex his arms and attempted to shadow-box me
I laughed an she went on to tell me he is 60 years old, quicker than a rabbit and that if he decides to take me out it would be over in a few seconds
I laughed and agreed him--at that point the elevator doors opened and he exited with nary a word
Yeah I could see how.... whaaaaaaaaat? lol sounds like quite the interesting conversation. I like how you handled it "Yep, sure could!" Oh Vegas, you rarely disappoint on the topic of "weird people."
The level of weirdness never ceases to amaze
Quote: aceofspadesHeading to the Strip
GN gave you a limo ride to another casino?
Did your host beg you to stay?
Quote: EvenBobQuote: aceofspadesHeading to the Strip
GN gave you a limo ride to another casino?
Did your host beg you to stay?
No--to the airport to meet my mom then Aria limo takes over
No--why would he-these were the trip dates all along
Quote: aceofspades
No--why would he
Because he wants your play to stay there.
Upgrade the crap out of your room or
something. I don't have hosts, they always
want your real name.
Quote: EvenBobQuote: aceofspadesHeading to the Strip
GN gave you a limo ride to another casino?
Did your host beg you to stay?
As long as you play enough the casino will give you a limo ride wherever you want. When I'm in vegas I get limos from AP play to AP play no questions asked. The cost to the house to drive you around is very minimal.
Quote: RomesQuestion(s) Ace... Have you ever had any heat/issues spreading 1-3 black? I know you're using SC, but even if that evaluates to a "positive count" when you raise your bet one would think eventually someone would notice you're only upping your bets in those "positive counts." Do you use cover? How long is your average session?
I don't think so...plus, They probably realize I might go on tilt
Quote: aceofspades
Finally, some free water! GN must have cheaped out lol j/k
Heading to dinner with my parents then will hit the tables this evening!
He is awake and alert but on the way to hospital in ambulance
Mama Ace went with him
I'm hanging at hotel on standby
Quote: BeardgoatSorry to hear Ace. Hopefully Ace Sr will be alright !
Thank you - let's all wish Ace, Sr. positive variance
Quote: aceofspadesAce, Sr. just collapsed getting out of a cab
He is awake and alert but on the way to hospital in ambulance
Mama Ace went with him
I'm hanging at hotel on standby
Good grief, Ace. How old is he, does he
have heart problems.
Quote: EvenBobQuote: aceofspadesAce, Sr. just collapsed getting out of a cab
He is awake and alert but on the way to hospital in ambulance
Mama Ace went with him
I'm hanging at hotel on standby
Good grief, Ace. How old is he, does he
have heart problems.
He is turning 68 in about a week
He is diabetic
No heart problems that I know of but, the Ace family likes to keep me in the dark on personal matters
His BP was 76/40
On an IV of electrolytes it has gone back to 107/80
EKG was good
More info as the night goes on
low would make him collapse. He'll be good as
new by tomorrow. My mom was diabetic, she
was always having episodes like this.
Quote: EvenBobHe sounds pretty good, I think BP being that
low would make him collapse. He'll be good as
new by tomorrow. My mom was diabetic, she
was always having episodes like this.
Thanks for the positive thoughts
I am thinking he will be good to go soon
He should've had some of those bottles of water in the limo!
Quote: sc15Dehydration? LV isn't even hot right now...
He should've had some of those bottles of water in the limo!
Well i am
Not sure of the mechanisms of the body and how dehydration comes about but he is diabetic...did a lot of walking...had alcohol
Quote: PerditionIs it too soon to talk about the blue font?
What's wrong with the blue font?
I wanted it to be eye-catching as it felt it was important and wanted to differentiate it from the rest of the report which was about blackjack
Was that wrong of me to do???
Quote: aceofspadesWhat's wrong with the blue font?
I wanted it to be eye-catching as it felt it was important and wanted to differentiate it from the rest of the report which was about blackjack
Was that wrong of me to do???
Some of us are font challenged, don't
rub it in. It's clever you thought of it,
I wouldn't have.
Quote: sc15Dehydration? LV isn't even hot right now...
He should've had some of those bottles of water in the limo!
Definitely should have had some limo water. Even though it's not hot, Vegas can still suck the water out of you pretty good. As can alcohol. When it was 100 out on my last trip, my g/f's dad was struggling a bit after an afternoon at red rock. But he also basically got drunk in the morning thanks to a good waitress, I smelled the alcohol on his breath before noon! lol
Quote: aceofspadesWhat's wrong with the blue font?
I wanted it to be eye-catching as it felt it was important and wanted to differentiate it from the rest of the report which was about blackjack
Was that wrong of me to do???
No. Glad your father is doing better. Hope the rest of the trip stays in the black!
He was severely dehydrated and it took about 2 hours of fluids before he could even urinate (the doctor said his body was basically soaking up every bit of moisture provided)
In celebration thereof I played a session
Lost the first 9 of 13 hands and promptly (although maybe not promptly enough) changed tables
A pit boss I am friendly with was working and we chatted while I played -- the second table was much bette than the first and I got about 400 of the 1k lost at the first table back
A passerby decided to jump in on a shuffle and he bet erratically and was gone in about 7 hands
I then was back to head's up and got on a mini-run
Trip is still +1250
Quote: tringlomaneDefinitely should have had some limo water. Even though it's not hot, Vegas can still suck the water out of you pretty good. As can alcohol. When it was 100 out on my last trip, my g/f's dad was struggling a bit after an afternoon at red rock. But he also basically got drunk in the morning thanks to a good waitress, I smelled the alcohol on his breath before noon! lol
No. Glad your father is doing better. Hope the rest of the trip stays in the black!
Limo water - I can see the marketing campaign now :)
The majority of people don't drink enough water, so I take it as reminder to have some. It's not like I'm going to be doing anything else in that timespan.
Quote: aceofspadesOk Ace, Sr. is on the mend and should be back in the mix in about an hour
He was severely dehydrated
Exercise, low humidity, diabetic, alcohol,
not enough water, equals a ride to the
ER. Good thing his sons a doctor. Er,
lawyer.. Could have been worse..
Quote: sc15Speaking of limo water, I always drink a bottle or two when I'm taking a ride. (And so should you)
The majority of people don't drink enough water, so I take it as reminder to have some. It's not like I'm going to be doing anything else in that timespan.
I tend to drink more water in Vegas...but then again I also drink more alcohol there too...doh
I've definitely noticed my lips/skin dry out more in Vegas than most places as well.
Quote: aceofspadesI want to take a moment out of this thread to sincerely thank the forum members here for their kind words and advice this evening. As much as we talk and BS about gambling and get on one another about almost anything, it was wonderful to be able to post here this evening about something that happened on my trip that really was not related to gambling but was truly personal and much more important in life than gambling, loved ones. Thank you for being there.
Wow I missed that update until now. I'm glad he's okay. Variance was on the Ace family side =).
Quote: tringlomaneI tend to drink more water in Vegas...but then again I also drink more alcohol there too...doh
I've definitely noticed my lips/skin dry out more in Vegas than most places as well.
So do I, I probably spend $150 / trip on water in vegas. Those $5 bottles of water add up quick.
I think he meant is it to soon to talk about the situation regarding the content.Quote: aceofspadesWhat's wrong with the blue font?
I wanted it to be eye-catching as it felt it was important and wanted to differentiate it from the rest of the report which was about blackjack
Was that wrong of me to do???
Quote: sc15So do I, I probably spend $150 / trip on water in vegas. Those $5 bottles of water add up quick.
Your just buying it in the wrong places......Water one dollar, one dollar water......water one dollar, one dollar water.
Quote: 1BBWater in used bottle......one dollar. :-(
That made me throw up a little lol
GROSS
Quote: aceofspadesThat made me throw up a little lol
GROSS
Unfortunately it's no joke.
Lost every hand but 4 pushes and one blackjack
Trip is -600
Quote: 1BBUnfortunately it's no joke.
While it may have happened once, it's a urban legend. You can buy a case for $3 and sell it for $24. Plenty of money to be made at that margin.
Quote: aceofspadesJust played 2 shuffles of 2D
Lost every hand but 4 pushes and one blackjack
Trip is -600
Still plenty of time to end up positive. I'm rooting for you Ace!
Quote: BozStill plenty of time to end up positive. I'm rooting for you Ace!
Ditto, just read this thread. Also glad Senior Ace is feeling better.
the lowlights:
(Consecutive hands)
Dealt A,6 v dealer 5...doubled and got a 3 for 20...dealer had 5, turned over a 2, drew a 9, drew a 5 for 21
Dealt 7,4 v dealer King...doubled and got a 9 for 20...dealer had King, turned over a 4, drew a 7 for 21
The Highlights:
Dealt 8,8 v dealer 8...split
First 8 dealt another 8 (suspicious shuffle lol)...split that out
Still first 8 dealt a 10 for 18
Second 8 dealt a 3...doubled drew a Queen for 21
Third 8 drew a 7...hit and drew a 2
Dealer had an 8, turned over a 9 for 17
Dealt 4,4 v dealer 5
Split and dealt another 4
First 4 dealt a 7...doubled and drew a 10 for 21
Second 4 dealt a 6...doubled and drew another 6 for 16
Third 4 dealt a 10 for 14
Dealer had 5,turned over an 8...drew a Jack to bust
Trip is once again EVEN
