Category Archives: Blackjack

35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 5

Posted on June 5, 2020 by queen of comps

Last week I ended my blog by stating that for our first 8 years of gambling the “total casino experience” was more important than our financial bottom line.  That is not to say that we could spend lavishly without thought.  … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 4

Posted on May 28, 2020 by queen of comps

Last week I took a slight detour off memory lane for a news flash about a possible tax break being considered that might be of interest to both recreational and more serious casino gamblers.  (If you want more info about … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 3

Posted on May 15, 2020 by queen of comps

1989 was a major transitional year in our lives.  The government was in the midst of a RIF (reduction in force) for civil service employees.  Brad had in his 30 years at Naval Avionics in Indianapolis, but although he was … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 2

Posted on May 9, 2020 by queen of comps

The saga continues.  After I posted Part 1 and then re-read it, I realized how the “background material” was overwhelming the “financial report.”  I must tighten up and quit rambling I said to myself.  But then I read all the … Continue reading →

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35 Years of Advantage Play – Part 1

Posted on May 4, 2020 by queen of comps

I’ve dragged out boxes full of hard-copy gambling records from the last 35 years. They safely survived two major moves – from Indianapolis to Las Vegas and now to Georgia, where they are scattered all over my office. When every … Continue reading →

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Scattered Thoughts

Posted on April 15, 2020 by queen of comps

I always have a list – actually many files – titled “Things I Will Write About Sometime,” many coming from reader questions and comments. Here are some of those things – some recent – some old. — Learning a new word, … Continue reading →

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“You Aren’t Supposed To Be Here!”

Posted on February 26, 2020 by queen of comps

Yes, I heard that for the last few days while we were in Las Vegas.  “I thought you already moved to GA.” Yes, we did move to Columbus, GA, in early January. But we did make a quick trip back … Continue reading →

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A Story – Under a Harvest Moon (Part 2)

Posted on October 27, 2019 by queen of comps

Last week we left our elderly couple outside the El Cortez pondering their next move.  They actually were surprising themselves by feeling perky and even a little adventurous.  So instead of calling Uber and heading home for a usual early … Continue reading →

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Cherokee Casino Surprise

Posted on September 27, 2019 by queen of comps

After dealing with casinos for 36 years – and coping with the constant changes, especially the last five or so years of major downgrades – you would think I wouldn’t be surprised when I’m faced with a new negative casino … Continue reading →

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Beyond Video Poker

Posted on May 14, 2019 by queen of comps

When I write here about specific casino games, I usually am giving video poker information, natural because that has been Brad’s and my primary game for the last 30 or so years.  But if you have followed us from the … Continue reading →

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