Wednesday, July 31, 2013

“Bond didn't defend the practice. He simply maintained that the more effort and ingenuity you put into gambling, the more you took out.” ~ Ian Fleming,

Bruce and I just returned from a few day stay at The Golden Nugget in Atlantic City.  I am not a gambler, and don't really know much about casinos - but I do know this - Bruce loves them, and he shares when he wins. He and his golf buddies have gone on several golf/gambling trips over the years - he always comes back happy, win or lose.  He is also a very sensible guy.

He has recently been comped a couple of free nights at the casino, and so we went down for a relaxing stay. It really was relaxing.  We danced; slept late; ate wonderful meals; read by the pool (under the shade); and in general left the day-to-day responsibilities at home.  It was lovely - and I thank him for taking me as opposed to a golfing gambler!  It was a nice reconnection after having been back from Florida for several months.

Some photos below, shots of the gambling sites are discouraged.

~our room~




 ~heading to the deck (dock?) where we both danced up a storm~






~and after the dancing~


~some interior shots~










~and lastly, an iphone shot of the boardwalk at sunset~

~a very nice few days~



11 comments:

  1. Wonderful pictures, Tracy! These lamps are fantastic!

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    1. Aren't the fixtures marvelous! While the colors are not my favorite for decorating, they certainly work for a casino!

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  2. Chihuly glass? I think so....and what a sharp hotel room. The band and the dancing really look like a great time. Glad you both enjoyed such a relaxing get-away!

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    1. I thought Chuly as well, but saw nothing saying it was. Who knows, but it sure looks it!

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  3. What a great getaway! I love your photos.

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    1. Thanks Carolyn! I was reminded of your recent post on your trip to Philadelphia. On our way to Atlantic City, we narrowly missed the torrential downpour that caused so much flooding - we were very fortunate!

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  4. What a wonderfully relaxing time you had! Those lamps are just amazing!

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    1. While we love our home, sometimes the only way to truly relax is to be someplace where the laundry, the yard, dinner, don't await!

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  5. Thank you for taking me on a photo journey to Atlanta! It looks like you had a fab time! I love the artistic lamps and seeing your marvelous room!

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    1. Thanks Linda - we did have a great time. I agree that the light fixtures are quite something!

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