The question whether I should take one last trip to Laughlin, Nevada in 2016 raced back and forth through my mind. It has been among one of the roughest last couple weeks of my life. My dear beloved boxer Hazel was diagnosed with a brain tumor and began to deteriorate fast. I had to make the painful decision to put her down at the age of 10. That little girl was the love of my life and I am not quite sure I’ll ever get over losing her.
Because I was grieving I thought getting away may do me a bit of good and went ahead and booked a last-minute flight. It was going to be the last hoorah soaking up the sun and swimming before the harsh Chicago winter begins to set in.
Having been there several times I made quite a few friends who I met on previous trips including Angie & her hubby I cloned Di Nero (who I have previously mentioned) and a couple other peeps on the Chicago chartered flight.
It was a hot 92 degrees when we landed and perfect weather this time of year for splashing around in the pool with a cocktail or three as I try to drown my sorrow.
Froggy and i arrived early evening and had our traditional dinner at Guy Ferrari's Mexican restaurant followed by a bit of slot play. The last time I was there I had horrible luck especially on the China Mystery slot. So, I was determined to get my money back this time around!
Next morning, I slipped out of the room and straight to the casino floor at Harrah’s to yep, China Mystery. It was multi-coin denomination and set it on one cent for a max bet of .90 cents.
I was holding my own and was ahead a couple hundred bucks here and there. I finally triggered an awesome bonus with over 400 free spins. In this game I had the option to keep all the free spins or take the Super Spins. Super Spins would reduce the number of games to 59 but here is the kicker the multiplier on the win is 7x, 12x or 18x the win and took this option.
Oh wow was I glad I did when one of game's paid over $2,000 when kings splashed across my screen times 18! By the end of the bonus round I had a hand pay jackpot of $3,497.76. I was so excited I about squeezed the woman’s arm off sitting next to me!
I guess this ended my losing streak and that night it was lobster for me and steak for froggy.
The distraction helped to ease some of my pain as I fought hard to fight back the tears throughout my stay in Laughlin.
In Loving Memory of Hazel 5.13.06 – 10.10.13.16
Lipstick 6 years ago Admin
Thank you for your kind words........ I miss her still..........
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maiwen63 6 years ago Super Hero
Thank you for this story. it's a sad story but with a good end. sorry for the loss of your dog, dogs often occupy as much space as human beings in our lives, when they die, their absence can create a void as painful as the loss of a loved one. Congratulatins on your win.
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pusher777 7 years ago Mighty Member
Memories... Dogs are loyal and very friendly to owners
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robby8111 7 years ago Sr. Member
Nothing to thx I know she is still in your Heart and on your Site 24/7 :)
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Lipstick 7 years ago Admin
Thanks for the warm thoughts. I know she is content and out of pain and she was and will always be at my side. I recently got a new puppy to fill the void but it won't ever replace the love i have for my dear Hazey.
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robby8111 7 years ago Sr. Member
Rest in Peace little Hazel .I know you feeling good where ever you now are. :*(
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Kristen Munoz 7 years ago Jr. Member
very cool story ! sorry for the loss of your dog, it could be that she had a bit part in this good luck win of yours if you can believe that , I would like to think that yes in spirit by her aware of you and everything you do I'm sure she was . thanks for sharing good luck all
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Lipstick 8 years ago Admin
Thanks Jade - she was indeed the most precious beauty. Geno - it is magical and so glad i didn't have to head to the loser lounge you recommended!
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Geno 8 years ago Newbie
Laughlin can be a magical place. Congratulatins on your win for yourself and Hazel.
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jade 8 years ago Super Hero
I'm so sorry for you Lips! I'm sure your fur baby was more than grateful for the time you two shared. Great comeback on that slot!
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Feelin froggy 8 years ago Superstar Member
That win was a beauty but Hazel was even more of a beauty. I will always miss that baby girl...Little Ole Lee <3
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Lipstick 8 years ago Admin
Thanks Zuga. From one boxer lover to another :)
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zuga 8 years ago Admin
beautiful Haze. she was so precious. All dogs are, but especially the boxers ( granted i am bias ). Good to hear your losing streak ended. Was getting worried there for a while but you came back with a swing.
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