Tuesday, October 25, 2005
I hate assholes!!
So, I decided this PM to go to a local restaurant/bar for lunch today because
1. I can
2. I wanted to
I haven't been forever and the counter chick even mentioned the fact when I was ordering. I was just in the mood for their food to be honest. I was there by myself (as I often am at lunchtime) and the place was busier at the bar than the restaurant. So, I get my lunch and am eating it and minding my own business. I'm watching the TV when this drunk SOB comes out of the restroom where he either used his shirt for a towel or he urinated on himself about chest-high. I'm already looking in his direction when he walks by me giving me that evil "I want to f'in kill you" look. I actually watched him watch me all the way back to his seat.
Now, I'm not sure what I have done to this asshole other than just being. I'm fairly well known in these parts being in the entertainment business and all. So, I figure he may know me yet I don't know him. I really don't know...
So, anyway about 5-10 minutes later the dude is leaving with his "white trash posse" probably to rebel rouse some elementary kids when the dumbass says, "Look at that fat ass...Jeesus he must be 300 lbs and he is eating wings" I totally ignored him as did his friends. Obviously, the dude had been drinking. Or, he was just ignorant. I don't know nor do I care. But, he did piss me off for the day with his accurate statement.
I would have liked to have yelled back at him something equally retarded but I was outnumbered about 5-1 and those odds suck. I've got a baby due any day now who needs a dad and I don't need the additional stress.
So, on here I get to say what I think and hopefully the asshole from Buffalo Wild Wings in Zanesville, OH reads it and realizes what an ass he is.
Thursday, October 20, 2005
Is anyone else (besides me) concerned about the decision that many strip properties are taking towards condos and high end joints?
Last Thursday, the CEO of Boyd Gaming commented that the Barbary Coast property would be great high a high-rise condo rebuild. I still think that Boyd will eventually sell to Harrahs. The property sits in the middle of the massive collection of Monopoly-like properties that Harrahs owns.
I'm sure (and it has been insinuated) that the Stardust will go high-end when it is redeveloped.
Does anyone find irony in the Bourbon Street Hotel closing due to a water main break? Water doesn't like New Orleans or New Orleans themed hotels ?
Here is a funny picture I found at DribbleGlass.com
Friday, October 14, 2005
Norm from the LVRJ is saying in this morning's edition that Mr. Vegas (Wayne Newton) may have his last hurrah at the Flamingo when Gladys Knight ends her run next year. Newton had a 10 year agreement at the Stardust when he left in the mddle of the agreement then he has been doing Limited Runs at various places including the Las Vegas Hilton.
Now, I understand why Wayne would want to go back to the Flamingo. It was where he had his first headlining job. So, it is sentimental. Although, it is totally a different building than when he first appeared there.
Wayne may not be aware of it (but everyone else is) His voice is racked. He no longer has the ability to sing like he used to. In fact, his voice is down right nasty. If you want to hear good Wayne Newton get his album Mr. Vegas that was released this year.
Thankfully, he didn't rerecord the music.
Now, I understand why Wayne would want to go back to the Flamingo. It was where he had his first headlining job. So, it is sentimental. Although, it is totally a different building than when he first appeared there.
Wayne may not be aware of it (but everyone else is) His voice is racked. He no longer has the ability to sing like he used to. In fact, his voice is down right nasty. If you want to hear good Wayne Newton get his album Mr. Vegas that was released this year.
Thankfully, he didn't rerecord the music.
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
I just finished writing a page on the AdventureDome at the Circus Circus. I did an article which was published at GoArticles.com too. Check them both out. As I mentioned in my article I really don't recommend bringing kids to Vegas. It just isn't their place, IMO, but if they are here you do need to entertain them. That is where the AdventureDome comes in handy. You can split up gambling duties (are you really a gambliholic?) if you need to. Or, you can people watch while hanging out with your children.
Speaking of children, mine has not arrived YET. Really, I can't wait. It is pretty exciting :) We have been overwhelmed with gifts (Nicole had 3 baby showers including one put on by her Kindergarten class) and daily we seem to receive random gifts. Just today, we got a $40 gift card to Wal-Mart. Overwhelming to say the least.
Back to Vegas...Another freakin' Condo Development is being built on the Strip near the Bellagio. At some point, the market has to dry up, right?
Speaking of children, mine has not arrived YET. Really, I can't wait. It is pretty exciting :) We have been overwhelmed with gifts (Nicole had 3 baby showers including one put on by her Kindergarten class) and daily we seem to receive random gifts. Just today, we got a $40 gift card to Wal-Mart. Overwhelming to say the least.
Back to Vegas...Another freakin' Condo Development is being built on the Strip near the Bellagio. At some point, the market has to dry up, right?
Thursday, September 22, 2005
Jeesus, be careful out there on the Strip...
Some nutso decided his life sucked so he felt the best way to go out was to intentionally take out about 13 people near Bally's yesterday. Here is the story from the LVRJ
In other Vegas News, Norm is reporting that the New Frontier is coming down to make room for a new place called Mondo. Supposedly, this giant Ferris Wheel that was previously rumored to be at Rio may make its way to Mondo. I don't get the fascination with a giant Ferris Wheel. I figure it is the creation of someone with Penis envy.
I wish they would build it already. It was a dumb idea before and it still is. At what price, would you be enticed to ride a Ferris Wheel on the Strip? Great idea to build something of the sort on prime, costly property. You want it on the strip? Build it at Circus Circus with that amusement park.
Some nutso decided his life sucked so he felt the best way to go out was to intentionally take out about 13 people near Bally's yesterday. Here is the story from the LVRJ
In other Vegas News, Norm is reporting that the New Frontier is coming down to make room for a new place called Mondo. Supposedly, this giant Ferris Wheel that was previously rumored to be at Rio may make its way to Mondo. I don't get the fascination with a giant Ferris Wheel. I figure it is the creation of someone with Penis envy.
I wish they would build it already. It was a dumb idea before and it still is. At what price, would you be enticed to ride a Ferris Wheel on the Strip? Great idea to build something of the sort on prime, costly property. You want it on the strip? Build it at Circus Circus with that amusement park.
Thursday, September 15, 2005
Sometimes I forget that I even own this blog until someone comments on it. Today, my friend, Ryan, commented on me pitching a tent in my last post. Of course, at the time, I was standing in line at his Quizno's Restaurant. I got to laughing so "hard" I had a "hard" time ordering. Of course, I probably started it when I commented that he would have enjoyed the class I took last night. The class was Breast Feeding. Why was I there? I'm still not sure but I completed 5 weeks of Lamaze and seeing babies born on film that I figured one more week of comedic hell was worth it.
I wasn't sure what to expect although I was not surprised to find the men in the minority. There were some movies and yes, we saw breasts in the movie. But, much like seeing your mom or grandma naked (by accident, of course and not that I would know) it wasn't very exciting to watch.
I wasn't taking the "boobies" to the bushes like the guys in South Park nor was I pitching a tent.
Before I close today's post, I found the following somewhat amusing...
If my story about on Marketing Lessons from a Las Vegas Strip Club, made you blush, you should stop reading now.
Last week, during my Music Business Brainstorm in Las Vegas, a couple of my clients decided on a few room service options which the hotel catering department didn't provide, if you know what I mean. And while the subject will be titalating to some, there are some good marketing lessons at play.
This one guy I want to talk about in particular called a service after seeing an ad in one of the entertainment guides. Within an hour, his "date" arrived.
The first thing she did, according to him, was to discuss prices. $1000 for everything.
When that wasn't an option, she gave him the option to get a dance for $100...and than got him for all he was worth with an "upsell," which was about $300.
Lesson One... People buy based on emotion. After sampling the service, he wanted more, and was able to justify the price.
And she did one more thing which I thought was great... She called him back a couple of days later! He didn't take her up on the offer, but I'm sure there are people that do.
Lesson Two... It is easier to sell an existing customer than it is a new one.
This lady probably makes thousands of dollars each year with a few simply followup calls. And you can do the same thing!
About the Author: David Hooper is the founder of Kathode Ray Music, an artist development organization specializing in promotion and marketing of independent musicians and bands. Visit http://WWW.CAREERS-IN-MUSIC.COM/ for more tips and hints for musicians, bands, and songwriters.
Source: www.isnare.com
I wasn't sure what to expect although I was not surprised to find the men in the minority. There were some movies and yes, we saw breasts in the movie. But, much like seeing your mom or grandma naked (by accident, of course and not that I would know) it wasn't very exciting to watch.
I wasn't taking the "boobies" to the bushes like the guys in South Park nor was I pitching a tent.
Before I close today's post, I found the following somewhat amusing...
Marketing Lessons From A Las Vegas Hooker
By David HooperIf my story about on Marketing Lessons from a Las Vegas Strip Club, made you blush, you should stop reading now.
Last week, during my Music Business Brainstorm in Las Vegas, a couple of my clients decided on a few room service options which the hotel catering department didn't provide, if you know what I mean. And while the subject will be titalating to some, there are some good marketing lessons at play.
This one guy I want to talk about in particular called a service after seeing an ad in one of the entertainment guides. Within an hour, his "date" arrived.
The first thing she did, according to him, was to discuss prices. $1000 for everything.
When that wasn't an option, she gave him the option to get a dance for $100...and than got him for all he was worth with an "upsell," which was about $300.
Lesson One... People buy based on emotion. After sampling the service, he wanted more, and was able to justify the price.
And she did one more thing which I thought was great... She called him back a couple of days later! He didn't take her up on the offer, but I'm sure there are people that do.
Lesson Two... It is easier to sell an existing customer than it is a new one.
This lady probably makes thousands of dollars each year with a few simply followup calls. And you can do the same thing!
About the Author: David Hooper is the founder of Kathode Ray Music, an artist development organization specializing in promotion and marketing of independent musicians and bands. Visit http://WWW.CAREERS-IN-MUSIC.COM/ for more tips and hints for musicians, bands, and songwriters.
Source: www.isnare.com
Wednesday, August 24, 2005
So, Lamaze is going...
I can't say I enjoy it. My attention span is pretty thin and I'm always uncomfortable in class.
Maybe, they should hold it in a casino. I'd like it then.
Today, my wife got the above picture (I'm only showing you part) from the Palms. The email said $69/night for September 5-6th. She isn't interested but I might be :)
What is the Palms selling these days? Skanks?
The subject was Palms $69 September Hot Dates...Make me wonder. I'm pitching a tent.
