Robin and I had special guests for dinner last night. Allison came over with three of my beautiful grandchildren. I hadn't seen Jude or Baylee since before I left for Georgia, and they were as anxious to see me as I was them.
Jude and Baylee wanted the usual - funny face pancakes which have gotten a lot of attention on this blog lately. Sophia dined on the healthy homemade vegetable concoctions her mother makes for her, while the rest of us wanted egg, potatoes, gravy and my mother's homemade wheat bread. This was all innocent enough until Sophia was introduced to Memaw's slot machines.
It's no secret that I have corrupted grandchildren before this. I have pictures as evidence. Candice, Camryn, Thomas, Jude, Baylee, Ashton, and now - Sophia - have all be photographed with the one-armed bandit. It's a big hit when they come to visit. How fun to slide quarters into the slot, hit a button or pull the handle, and hear the musical sounds of corrupting children in progress. A special picture is one where the kids have hit a large jackpot and Memaw and Kodak capture the moment.
In all fairness to me and my influence, we did engage in innocent fun as we played hide and seek. Jude and Allison would hide while Baylee and I counted. Then it was our turn to hide and I kept reminding Baylee to be quiet and still so as not to give away our location. We had a great time while Papa Robin entertained Sophia.
So, it's not always an introduction into the dark world outside the confines of family when grandchildren visit. But it's safe to say that they are drawn to the colorful lights, the feeding of coins, and the exciting sounds of a win. That allure is here to stay. Be prepared, Juliet and Callan are next.
7 comments:
When they hit a jack pot do they get to keep their winnings?
I'm sure Memaw hasn't explained what "usually" happens when they hit it big!!!
They win big! The prize? They get to spend another day with Memaw putting all the coins back in!!!
They love building the credits so they can push the button and hear all the coins come out. Then, as Cheryl said, the coins go back in.
Since gambling is outlawed in Texas, the kids don't get to keep their winnings. My quarters remain my property. I haven't hit rock bottom yet.
Looking at Callan's tiny, sweet hands...I can't imagine one holding a martini and the other pulling the handle! I'm sure by the time we get there in Nov he will be old enough to enjoy the lights and sounds! Ashton has been talking about those ever since he heard we were coming to TX!
We had so much fun Saturday night. You failed to mention that Brian was not able to attend because he was out playing poker with his buddies. Do you see a trend? Jude and Baylee both laugh at me getting stuck "two times" in my hiding place.
So in other words, Memaw's is a typical casino....it's rigged! You don't go home with anything!
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