Author Archives: queen of comps

Tax Help for Gamblers

Posted on January 28, 2017 by queen of comps

Many of you are starting to work on your 2016 tax returns and have questions about how to handle your gambling figures for the year. If you are a new gambler and/or have gotten some W-2Gs for the first time, … Continue reading →

Posted in Taxes | 2 Comments

Celebrating 85 years of Adventure

Posted on January 18, 2017 by queen of comps

January 18, 1949 was a typical cloudy cold winter day in Connersville, Indiana, when a skinny teenager ran across the street from his high school to catch the bus just pulling up to the stop. “Well hello, kid,” the driver … Continue reading →

Posted in Brad Stories, It's Personal, Memories | 16 Comments

The Negative Side of Promotions

Posted on January 8, 2017 by queen of comps

In my last blog I promised that I would address some of the frustrations and problems players might face in using casino promotions. I really did not want to write on this subject, but I was getting criticism that I … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions | 23 Comments

January Promotions

Posted on January 2, 2017 by queen of comps

Here are some money-saving tidbits to help you tackle better the casino environment in 2017 . MGM Properties Mad about having to pay for parking while you are visiting most MGM properties on the Strip. This link gives the complete details on how to … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions, Senior Promotion | 7 Comments

An IRS Birthday Present

Posted on December 31, 2016 by queen of comps

A big thanks for all the recent birthday messages. I feel blessed to be surrounded by so many thoughtful friends and well-wishers. And a big surprise – even the IRS decided to give me something nice for my birthday, new gambling … Continue reading →

Posted in Taxes | 4 Comments

Back Home

Posted on December 24, 2016 by queen of comps

Still “recovering” from a long and busy out-of-town trip, one that, as usual, combined casino activity and family celebrations.  This picture records the first family event when we got to GA, Zachary’s graduation from Police Academy, where he scored two  of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Atlantic City, Bankroll, Blackjack, Book Recommendation, Family News, Non-Vegas Casinos | 10 Comments

Yes, a New Frugal Book is Coming!

Posted on December 13, 2016 by queen of comps

Many of you have been quizzing me about this for years. I resisted … but the casino world has been changing so radically. I felt I owed it to my long-time faithful readers – and also to new casino gamblers … Continue reading →

Posted in Book Recommendation | 2 Comments

Covering Vacation Time with a Guest BJ Rant

Posted on December 6, 2016 by queen of comps

Brad and I will be flying to Georgia in a couple of days, combining, as we often do, a family visit with a casino stay.  First, we will be attending grandson Zachary’s graduation from Police Academy, part of his training for … Continue reading →

Posted in Blackjack, Family News, Guest Writer, Non-Vegas Casinos | 3 Comments

DECEMBER VEGAS PROMOTION NEWS

Posted on December 1, 2016 by queen of comps

Everything cowboy the first 10 days of December when the rodeo takes over the town.  Holiday special offers all month. Check all your usual sources for related promotions all over town! CZR PROPERTIES Play for a Buffet is a Tuesday promotion … Continue reading →

Posted in Casino Promotions, Palms, Slot Clubs | 7 Comments

PALMS TO STATIONS UPDATE

Posted on November 25, 2016 by queen of comps

It’s still transition time. Many changes have been made, but all the kinks haven’t been worked out and some programs and policies have not yet gone through a switch.  Often there are excruciating long lines at the players club, but … Continue reading →

Posted in Food Review, Palms, Senior Promotion, Slot Clubs | 10 Comments