Now Las Vegas is not a place I normally choose as a destination, but a work trip put me there. And while I marveled (and squinted) at bright lights and crowds, I kept thinking of all the juxtapositions between where I was, and back home.
I'm always up to explore, no matter where I am, especially after sitting in conferences all day (plus, they close the pools at 5pm!)!
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dry desert, snowy Sierras |
The basic differences are easy to point out, but then it got interesting.
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local pool (Folsom Lake, Hi Major!) |
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water feature |
There was lots of walking all over, as I'm not a gambler, though I did lose a bundle ($3) on some epic skee-ball (my absolute favorite). I did come out a winner: I gave my game tickets to a little boy who was just so excited to have them, win for all.
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bright colors abound |
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royal felines |
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monuments to achievement (rock pile at the top of a big hiking hill) |
When I couldn't take the crowds any more, I did find a quiet, dark place to just chill: an aquarium inside a hotel! You can't go wrong with that kind-of shark (not the gambling card kind), and the lionfish giving me a hard stare was epic.
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creature feature: lionfish stare, salamander side-eye |
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sunrise |
But there is beauty to be found everywhere. My parting vista of fluffy clouds over the desert was lovely, but I still think I prefer the furry view between Major's ears.
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Vegas Vista |
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Major view (and hair problems, nice forelock?) |
This a wise and very beautiful post! I have often been to Las Vegas and could never made something so beautiful out of it! You have a gift!
ReplyDeleteYeah, Las Vegas might not be my favorite place, but it sure makes me appreciate home more!
DeleteThis is an epic post!! I love this sooo much.
ReplyDeletethanks! I think this way about way too many things...crowds of people/herd of horses, etc!
DeleteYou have such an amazing eye. I love seeing the world through your perspective. <3
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