I thought I would elaborate on my previous comment of being on an anti-Vegas kick. For awhile after I first moved here, or maybe even before, Vegas was trying to create a family-friendly atmosphere and encourage people to bring their kids here. Well, for the past several years, that has been all thrown out for a full on "come to Vegas and do whatever you want" campaign.
Consequently, every billboard, every company somewhat related to the Strip or casinos has embraced that image, and I am just getting really tired of it. There are billboards along our regular freeway routes that say things like "Drop Your Trunks for $100" that is a place for you to go and shoot your own amateur porn video and make a measly $100. What a great story to tell your friends about what you did in Vegas!?
Even in places pretty far removed from the Strip, like up in the NW along the 95 freeway there are billboards for clubs or casinos that say "A New Place to Sin in the NW" - really? It is everywhere, and it seems to be getting worse. Or is that now I have a daughter who is starting to read, and notice signs and billboards? She still thinks the Excalibur is a castle, so that's good.
On the flip side, we have family here to help us, celebrate with us, and just even to hang out with. We have great friends, a great ward and community events that are way cooler than anything in most other cities. And that is what we will focus on as I work to get tunnel vision while on the freeways...
2 comments:
i was a bit suprised when you moved there - the vegas culture (or what marketing has lead a non-resident to perceive is its culture) doesn't seem to fit you, or families.
I think it's getting worse too! We went to the District tonight with my parents and it was pretty cool. We're just not very cultured and there's lots of opportunity for that here! When are we going to hang out? It's been awhile again. Hope you are well.
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