House of the Rising SUN
Quote: EvenBobI can never figure out why you have
a thing for hassleing Ace. Why don't
just leave him alone, already. We're
all glad he's back.
Thanks EB
I am at a loss as well as to what I ever did to cause disdain or animosity towards me by Deck007
moving on...
Quote: aceofspadesJust met Señor George Lopez
Are you blind this is carlos mencia!!
J/k welcome back ace
Quote: djatcQuote: aceofspadesJust met Señor George Lopez
Are you blind this is carlos mencia!!
J/k welcome back ace
haha I think there is enough bad blood between those two without us confusing them lol
thanks for the welcome wagon :)
Good to see you back.
Winning
Quote: petroglyphMy condolences about your dog, Ace.
Good to see you back.
Winning
thank you on both front petro - truly appreciated
I know I was a bit rusty but I have a big one coming up next month, including a tournament :)
thank you to everyone who has welcomed me back wth open arms
Sorry for the delay in saying so but I was on a 48 hour self suspension from posting.
Then 6 hours later you start a trip report.
I was tempted, very tempted, but I waited.
Good times coming your way I hope.
anything to be happy about?
Quote: EvenBobWhat was the final tally, do I have
anything to be happy about?
The suspension of RS? Another feather in your cap?
Quote: 1BBThe suspension of RS? Another feather in your cap?
It's sad that you this obsession with suspensions.
There is so much more to life.
Quote: TwoFeathersATLGood to see you posting Ace.
Sorry for the delay in saying so but I was on a 48 hour self suspension from posting.
Then 6 hours later you start a trip report.
I was tempted, very tempted, but I waited.
Good times coming your way I hope.
thanks 2F Why the self-ban?
Quote: EvenBobWhat was the final tally, do I have
anything to be happy about?
where I last left it +3k
Quote: aceofspadeswhere I last left it +3k
Well done. Here's hoping your YTD grows ever closer to a positive number as well. Looking forward to the next TR!
Quote: DodsferdWell done. Here's hoping your YTD grows ever closer to a positive number as well. Looking forward to the next TR!
yeah getting the YTD to even would be amazing
Quote: 1BBThe suspension of RS? Another feather in your cap?
Quote: EvenBobIt's sad that you this obsession with suspensions.
There is so much more to life.
what did I miss?
Quote: teddysAre you having fun again? Winning helps...
well I am trying to play conservatively and "slow and steady" in an effort to get my YTD back to even - so, if this efforts bear fruit, it will be more than enough fun for me BUT, seeing concerts/shows and having some nice meals also adds into the fun
Quote: aceofspadeswell I am trying to play conservatively and "slow and steady" in an effort to get my YTD back to even - so, if this efforts bear fruit, it will be more than enough fun for me BUT, seeing concerts/shows and having some nice meals also adds into the fun
Well as long as you are playing well with your speed count just consider the lost money a loan to the casino, if the play is break even.
Quote: djatcWell as long as you are playing well with your speed count just consider the lost money a loan to the casino, if the play is break even.
Good idea - of course, I am not including any chance I have at going way into the positive by winning my upcoming bj tournament in December
Quote: aceofspadeswhat did I miss?
Nothing. When somebody gets banned for
insulting me, it's always somehow my fault.
I apparently not only have to control myself,
but those who respond to me as well. It's
a daunting job.
Quote: EvenBobNothing. When somebody gets banned for
insulting me, it's always somehow my fault.
I apparently not only have to control myself,
but those who respond to me as well. It's
a daunting job.
sounds above my pay grade
Quote: aceofspadesthanks 2F Why the self-ban?
The sky turned dark on a couple of threads, I sensed a storm coming.
I decided to take a little break, cause I so wanted to be 'not nice' in response to the weather on the threads, wanted to jump in immediately.
I think it's better, long term, to be grateful for the climate rather than concentrate on the weather.
But I did post "I'm Gone For 48 Hours".
Was my word.
The best of all to you!
Quote: SiegfriedRoyHey AOS. I was down for the year as well and starting October, I was able to turn it around and in the black now. I know how you feel. Wish you the best getting back to even. When you count your losses, is it strictly gambling losses, or do you count cost for the trip as well (food, transportation, tip, etc)?
SiegfriedRoy — congrats on getting back into the black - feels good I bet :)
As for my +/- , it is strictly gambling. I do not include cost of gas. airfare, tolls, etc. Nor do I include the comps (meals, drinks, hotel, concerts/shows, free play, match play, tournament invites). I am sure if I had to pay cash out of pocket for all the comped hotels and food/drink and shows I'd be ahead (but, also keep in mind if I wasn't going to gamble, I would not be going to the hotel, dining out or attending 90% of the concerts/shows I get comped anyway)
Its crazy not to included free play, match play, tournament invites. You should be asking for some airfare. Do you know your average bet and hours?Quote: aceofspadesSiegfriedRoy — congrats on getting back into the black - feels good I bet :)
As for my +/- , it is strictly gambling. I do not include cost of gas. airfare, tolls, etc. Nor do I include the comps (meals, drinks, hotel, concerts/shows, free play, match play, tournament invites). I am sure if I had to pay cash out of pocket for all the comped hotels and food/drink and shows I'd be ahead (but, also keep in mind if I wasn't going to gamble, I would not be going to the hotel, dining out or attending 90% of the concerts/shows I get comped anyway)
I'm 100% sure you're not taking advantage of everything you could get. You need an independent host.
Whats the magic word?
Quote: AxelWolfWhats the magic word?
-EV games?
All kidding aside - hosts usually don't really help me that much - they book offers that I get in the mail anyway. They don't like that one trip I might play 6 horus a day then the next trip play 15 minutes a day.
Plus, like I said, I do not include those comps b/c, were it not for gambling, I would not be eating out 3 meals a day in a casino, nor would I stay there in the hotel or see a show/concert there.
SPEEDCOUNT silly.Quote: aceofspades-EV games?
Just mention speedcount to the host.
You said that before, then I said, ask a host, then the host gave you some free play or something.Quote: aceofspades-EV games?
All kidding aside - hosts usually don't really help me that much - they book offers that I get in the mail anyway. They don't like that one trip I might play 6 horus a day then the next trip play 15 minutes a day.
Quit playing for 15 minutes silly. You can probably spend 15 minutes in the bathroom looking in the mirror or something.
Quote: AxelWolfYou said that before, then I said, ask a host, then the host gave you some free play or something.
Quit playing for 15 minutes silly. You can probably spend 15 minutes in the bathroom looking in the mirror or something.
Gave me an airfare rebate due to a quick-loss I had
I rarely, if ever, look in the mirror
Quote: AxelWolfI'm 100% sure you're not taking advantage of everything you could get. You need an independent host.
Can somebody explain the logic why an independent host is better than the house host? Aren't independent hosts another middle man to the casino? I believe Independent hosts makes money strictly on your losses or Theo vs. a house host makes a salary + theo so the house host won't pressure you too much to play. Am I wrong on the logic?
Pretend it's your safe.Quote: aceofspadesGave me an airfare rebate due to a quick-loss I had
I rarely, if ever, look in the mirror
Quote: AxelWolfPretend it's your safe.
Um, what?
Coast has been clear for a couple of months at least. Not really interested in getting into more detail.
Edit. I remember now (what the safe reference means). lol...
Sometimes people have a hard time or feel strange asking their host for to much. People don't want to ask for stuff because they feel awkward hearing no. I oftentimes see people trying to please their host. It's supposed to be the other way around, especially if they have formed "friendship" with them.
Perhaps It's like asking your older sibling to convince mom and dad to let you go to the party.
Quote: AxelWolfAn independent host may fight for you and negotiate better than you can yourself.
Sometimes people have a hard time or feel strange asking their host for to much. People don't want to ask for stuff because they feel awkward hearing no. I oftentimes see people trying to please their host. It's supposed to be the other way around, Especially if they have formed "friendship" with them
Perhaps It's like asking your older sibling to convince mom and dad to let you go to the party.
Any hosts I've had in LV or AC have been reactive rather than proactive. Perhaps my play is not all that attractive to them.
Quote: aceofspades
I rarely, if ever, look in the mirror
I rarely do either. Even when brushing, I
leave the cabinet door open. I can go
days and never see myself. I've always
been that way. I used to see these guys
when I was at the athletic club, they
had a bag full of product and spent 10min
fluffing and poofing and staring at
themselves. They looked no different
when they were done than when they
started most of the time. I have a comb.
That's the extent of my grooming supplies.
Quote: EvenBobI rarely do either. Even when brushing, I
leave the cabinet door open. I can go
days and never see myself. I've always
been that way. I used to see these guys
when I was at the athletic club, they
had a bag full of product and spent 10min
fluffing and poofing and staring at
themselves. They looked no different
when they were done than when they
started most of the time. I have a comb.
That's the extent of my grooming supplies.
I leave the cabinet door open as well - spooky!
Quote: aceofspadesI leave the cabinet door open as well - spooky!
For one thing, I have no mirrors in my
house. When I go to my wife's, she
has mirrors everywhere, one whole
wall of the bedroom is a mirror.
But I rarely go there, so it doesn't
matter.
It's like this. I don't care what I look
like, I don't want anything from anybody.
I'm not selling anything, not looking
for a job, not looking for a woman.
What I look like has no bearing on
anything.
Quote: EvenBobFor one thing, I have no mirrors in my
house. When I go to my wife's, she
has mirrors everywhere, one whole
wall of the bedroom is a mirror.
But I rarely go there, so it doesn't
matter.
It's like this. I don't care what I look
like, I don't want anything from anybody.
I'm not selling anything, not looking
for a job, not looking for a woman.
What I look like has no bearing on
anything.
ahhhhh we avoid mirrors for different reasons altogether
Man, you got to check once in a while to see if you are developing any sores or anything. It ain't a vanity issue anymore, its a health issue.Quote: EvenBobFor one thing, I have no mirrors in my
house. When I go to my wife's, she
has mirrors everywhere, one whole
wall of the bedroom is a mirror.
But I rarely go there, so it doesn't
matter.
It's like this. I don't care what I look
like, I don't want anything from anybody.
I'm not selling anything, not looking
for a job, not looking for a woman.
What I look like has no bearing on
anything.
I guess as long as little kids don't run away screaming when they see you, your ok?
Quote: petroglyphMan, you got to check once in a while to see if you are developing any sores or anything. It ain't a vanity issue anymore, its a health issue.
I guess as long as little kids don't run away screaming when they see you, your ok?
I would hope I could detect a sore even if I couldn't see it / probably painful -- or so I would guess...?
It wasn't you I was worried about. You are out in public and people would say something, eventually. Probably in your case, you would get suspicious when the women quit swooning over you? : )Quote: aceofspadesI would hope I could detect a sore even if I couldn't see it / probably painful -- or so I would guess...?
With all the "I don't cares" Bob had inferrred, I thought I might interject a salient point, which might help him stay healthy and actively posting. It was for the good of the forum. : )
For future ref, and I am not saying he is, but often diabetics can't feel their feet or other sores.
Quote: petroglyphIt wasn't you I was worried about. You are out in public and people would say something, eventually. Probably in your case, you would get suspicious when the women quit swooning over you? : )
With all the "I don't cares" Bob had inferrred, I thought I might interject a salient point, which might help him stay healthy and actively posting. It was for the good of the forum. : )
For future ref, and I am not saying he is, but often diabetics can't feel their feet or other sores.
Yeah need EB around for long time to keep my gambling honest
Quote: petroglyph
For future ref, and I am not saying he is, but often diabetics can't feel their feet or other sores.
No kidding, we only see that on TV
commercials, you mean it's real? I
just had my yearly physical and my
doc said he was amazed at how normal
all my blood work is, year after year
after year. My fasting blood sugar is
77, should I worry? It used to be 125
or over was the bad point, but the
drug companies dropped it to 115
so they can sell more meds.
Nah, man everything on tv is true.Quote: EvenBobNo kidding, we only see that on TV
commercials, you mean it's real? I
just had my yearly physical and my
doc said he was amazed at how normal
all my blood work is, year after year
after year. My fasting blood sugar is
77, should I worry? It used to be 125
or over was the bad point, but the
drug companies dropped it to 115
so they can sell more meds.
I don't watch alot of tv, and ff through commercials. It does seem like big pharma sells many adds, mostly erectile dysfunction pills appear to be about 20% of commercials? Those are funny in a way, the women talking about it, never think it has anything to do with them. : )
Yeah, 77-78 is what I had a month ago.
Quote: petroglyph
Yeah, 77-78 is what I had a month ago.
Geez, dude, are ya gonna be OK?
You diabetics can get sores in places
you can't even feel. I'm concerned about
you.
Just being condescending to you like
you were to me.
77? If my blood sugar was 77 I would probably pass out.Quote: EvenBobNo kidding, we only see that on TV
commercials, you mean it's real? I
just had my yearly physical and my
doc said he was amazed at how normal
all my blood work is, year after year
after year. My fasting blood sugar is
77, should I worry? It used to be 125
or over was the bad point, but the
drug companies dropped it to 115
so they can sell more meds.
Quote: petroglyph...It does seem like big pharma sells many adds, mostly erectile dysfunction pills appear to be about 20% of commercials?...
And the other 80% are ambulance chasers!!
lots of big Pharm spots on TV. I love the endings:Quote: petroglyph
I don't watch alot of tv, and ff through commercials. It does seem like big pharma sells many adds, mostly erectile dysfunction pills appear to be about 20% of commercials? .
Don't take if you are allergic to any of the ingredients (what the hell is in the stuff?)
If your arms or legs or any other extremities become numb or fall off you should call your doctor immediately
May cause hives, blisters, diarrhea, vomiting, soreness, delusional thinking, etc, etc, etc, etc and some more etc
Some of the stand up comics have got to be living on this stuff though I haven't heard a routine...
<edit> And the kicker, do not stop taking this drug once you've started purchasing it because studies have shown that many then commit suicide!
Ace, welcome back again, and a great trip report (as always). I'm glad to hear you're heading the right direction and that this was a nice solid win trip! I'm still trying to convince my partner to go the same week as you next month =P; a double trip report could be something fun. I don't want to get too overzealous though, I might still be a week or two after you.
What's this tournament/etc you're in coming up??
Axel - How does one go about getting a 'private' host?
