We had a blast last night! I had a lot of firsts for me. #1- first concert ever! #2- first time in a casino. #3 first time gambling (slot machines only), and #4 first time leaving the baby over night without Eric or myself there. That said I had a blast.
Arriving at the casino was a new experience for me. I was a bit overwhelmed. The first thing I said was "this is the perfect place for a person not 6 months out of lung surgery to be!" Too much smoke indoors. These days its easy to forget some establishments allow smoking indoors. Once I got over that, I quickly realized that all the flashing lights etc were a problem. My poor drug addled brain didnt like it. (remember Im at risk for seizures et. and on medication) I kept getting dizzy and having to hold onto my husband for support. Between the dizziness and the fun pain killers I was loopy.
We met my in-laws and they sat me down to get me to try the slot machines. That said Im a very frugal person. I hate to waste money. That said....Im not a gambler. lol. I was stressed out about loosing money and ready to quit as soon as I had gained it back. They were laughing at my attitude. Overall for the night they were up, so my mini loosing streak was nothing. Technically they were still ahead. Good news....I dont have a gambling problem. :) and don't forsee one ever in the future.
There was an amazing dinner before the concert. I think I ate 4-5 desserts on my own. (oink oink) They were divine. That dinner was the only meal I was up to eating all day, so I splurged. Not that thats too hard to do with the fun steroids Im taking 3x a day. Its unfortunately staring to show in my face again. BOOO.
Soon after we made our way to the concert. It was an outdoor event, and we had tickets on the 13th row. These were amazing seats, smack in the center. The concert was amazing. No joke it sounded exactly like their record. They were all very energetic, and it really was good to watch. I loved it. They are one of my favorite country artists ever. So when my favorite song came up something hit me. I cried. Granted in my situation a song called "When I Die Young" kinda hits home. I felt a bit guilty sobbing like a baby, oh well. About that time a guy behind me taps me on the shoulder, and hands me something. I couldn't hear is explanation between the music, and my hearing loss. But it was a signed ticket from all 3 band members! He later found me and explained that someone he knew died 15 years ago from breast cancer, and he wanted me to have the ticket. He then told me he loved me. (maybe a bit drunk) But it came more across as a "keep fighting people love you" sorta deal. Of course once again I and my Mother in law teared up and said "thank you". I had originally joked that it was the 'cancer look' that made him feel bad. Girl with a head scarf, bawling....lol. It was a very sweet gesture.
Overall, it was a long night. I had the time of my life. Totally worth the tiredness that I have today. And all the fun dizzy spells, and almost puking occasionally. (new side effect just randomly feel like hurling with no warning) I loved he time with Eric, and my in-laws. Im really blessed to have in-laws that are not only family, but that I feel more like they are just close friends. Its easy and fun to be around them, and not some chore to card to get punched. It was more like a couples date than anything.
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