How would you handle this gambling trip?

[dvandentop]

I would probably explain it to him since I am sure if you don't let him know and only play that $500 I'm sure he wouldn't be willing to help you out in the future but if you're not going to have any ties to him either anymore not sure what to tell you I just wouldn't want to intentionally low ball a host who is hooking ya up. Deffinately a tough scenario.

[foamy]

Blasé, I can only say if you are giving it this much thought, I believe you know the answer. If he is a truly good friend who means something to you, I would have to tell him thanks for the offer, but no thanks. A friend is worth more than a game, even with VIP seats. Save your money for next month. You love Vegas, you get a lot out of it, and though only $500, I would much rather have it for Vegas.

I was going to say the samething.

[TwoArmedBandito]

Jen. How's your kitty? Did he perk up after getting back home after Hammond?

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[kdk]

yeah, like everyone else said, just be up front and tell him. He may still say to come anyway- you don't know his situation, might need to just hit some numbers on getting a certain amount of players into the casino and has a nice budget to spend on it, so a $500 bankroll may do. Or if he really is expecting big play, and you tell him you can't he'll appreciate you letting him know.

[Big Mac]

Sell some of the ex's stuff and build up the bankroll..lol

[Blase]

I just texted him and he said don't worry about it. He said he promised to take me to a game this summer and that's what he's doing (we were supposed to go to a cubs game up here but when he got laid off by MS he had to renege on the tickets).

He said just play, use your card and do your best. He has a feeling I'm going to be lucky, lol. We'll see! He also said it was ok to use our own cards, or do it whichever way we like. He also mentioned it's better to spread the play out over both days, which I thought was odd, but if that's better for him I'll do it.




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[Blase]

yeah, like everyone else said, just be up front and tell him. He may still say to come anyway- you don't know his situation, might need to just hit some numbers on getting a certain amount of players into the casino and has a nice budget to spend on it, so a $500 bankroll may do. Or if he really is expecting big play, and you tell him you can't he'll appreciate you letting him know.

I do think this might be the situation since he said, "but Karie will gamble too right?" And he knows she doesn't gamble a ton... So maybe he is just trying to hit a certain amount of players.


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[Blase]

Jen. How's your kitty? Did he perk up after getting back home after Hammond?

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She is better, thanks for asking. Her thyroid numbers are high so I'm taking her for another check next week. Scott is actually going to watch her this weekend so I don't have to rely on the cat sitter; she'll do better with him around.


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[bluesfan]

Hi, I am glad you contacted him and got your answer. Have a great time in my hometown! I work right by the stadium so I know how crazy it gets for Cubs-Cards! Wednesday is the day game and it will be crazy busy! If you get a chance on Monday during the day, head over to Ballpark Village, lots of good places to eat! Have a great time!

[tee2green]

I think you probably feel better now having talked to him and explaining your situation. Now go, enjoy yourself, and maybe somewhere down the road you'll be able give him a trip that I know would boost his numbers!

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