Category Archives: Family News

Surviving a Major Move

Posted on January 14, 2020 by queen of comps

Hello – finally – from Georgia! I knew this move would be a lot of work – but it has been more exhausting than I expected –  and taking us longer to get settled .  I guess we had more … Continue reading →

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The Power of Love and Friendship

Posted on December 13, 2019 by queen of comps

We are totally enveloped in the warmth of love as the flood of well wishes pour in for our upcoming retirement and move to GA. They have come here in the Comments, on Facebook, in my Inbox, and when you … Continue reading →

Posted in Comments, Family News, Frugal Fridays, Gaming Writing, Health, Memories, Non-Vegas Casinos, Q+A, Travel, Video Poker | 23 Comments

Off to Cherokee + CZR Benefits

Posted on September 19, 2019 by queen of comps

Emergency rooms, hospitals, endless medical testing – unexpected activities this last week during our GA vacation when Brad’s 87-year old plumbing and cardio systems decided to break down.  But I am happy to report that medical science knew how to … Continue reading →

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A Gambler’s Balanced Life

Posted on March 19, 2019 by queen of comps

Brad and I are no where near a casino today and won’t be for a full two weeks.  (You can find out why as you read further.)  So, this will not be a regular blog full of Vegas/gambling frugal information.  … Continue reading →

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A Big Thank-You

Posted on January 3, 2019 by queen of comps

I promised you a YouTube link to granddaughter Kaity’s video filmed at the Frugal Birthday Open House.  As you can see, there were lots of laughs and hugs and photos as about 40 guests made their way into the party … Continue reading →

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An Eventful Final Week of 2018

Posted on January 1, 2019 by queen of comps

You may be resting today, January 1, as Brad and I are doing, recovering from a busy holiday season.  We had an especially eventful week, with a visit from the Frugal Princess family – daughter Angela, son-in-law Steve, and granddaughter … Continue reading →

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Invitation to a Birthday Celebration

Posted on December 1, 2018 by queen of comps

An Invitation from Angela, the Frugal Princess On Saturday, December 29, 2018, believe it or not, my Mom – Jean Scott – is turning 80 – and that is an occasion to celebrate! As you can imagine, a gambler who has … Continue reading →

Posted in Family News, Guest Writer, It's Personal, Public Appearances | 19 Comments

Quickie Local Promotion Report

Posted on October 1, 2018 by queen of comps

As usual when we have been traveling – this time for 10 days – I return to a mountain of paperwork.  Takes me a long time to process all the casino mailers and figure out what might be put on … Continue reading →

Posted in Boyd Gaming, Casino Promotions, Family News, Non-Vegas Casinos, Slots, Stations, Video Poker | 13 Comments

Busy with Family

Posted on August 4, 2018 by queen of comps

I’ll get to August casino promotions in a few days, but this week has been busy with an important filming event.  Brad and I have been the subjects for many TV shows down through the years, but this film project  … Continue reading →

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A Vegas Trip Report from Angela, the Frugal Princess

Posted on June 21, 2018 by queen of comps

It’s been a long time since I’ve written anything as the Frugal Princess!  And I’m not sure I even qualify anymore, especially since my daughter is about the age when I became the “Frugal Princess,” and I have become a … Continue reading →

Posted in Family News, Guest Writer, It's Personal, Video Poker | 6 Comments