Notes About The Poem

Las Vegas here we are

astronomical odds they may be
cross your fingers for good luck
get into the groove, into the rhythm
spin hoping for a winfall or free games
spin to hear those bells go crazy
spin for a major hit to cash out

that jackpot has your name on it
somebody's got to win
it might as well be you
adrenaline pumping
get those lights flashing
let crowds gather 'round



AP: 3rd place 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Dietrich Avatar
February 16, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Joe and I did this a bit in a little town bordering Nevada and Utah. Can't think of the place name. Anyway, I find gambling becomes boring over time and it ruins the lives of those who become obsessed with it! I always went for the buffets and lounge singers!
Gauthier Avatar
February 16, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Couldn't agree more.
Wolf Avatar
November 17, 2024 at 9:29 PM
Adrenaline pumping, ulcers jumping! ... Some call it Las Vegas; others call it 'Lost Wages.' lol. Good one, Line!
Gauthier Avatar
November 18, 2024 at 6:21 AM
Yes, not always wise decisions ~
M  Avatar
October 25, 2024 at 4:20 PM
I love this poem Line and l love a bit of a flutter on the slots also!! So much fun , relaxing and exciting at the same time! Hope you win the Grand Jackpot Line....have fun! Debx
M  Avatar
October 26, 2024 at 12:52 AM
I am sorry for your loss Line. I hope finishing off the poem wasn't too painful for you my friend! Debx
Gauthier Avatar
October 25, 2024 at 9:35 PM
lol ~ it's been a while since my late husband and I visited Las Vegas. I came across an old draft we had worked on together and finished the poem...
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