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The Last Three Days of #Vegas

8/5/2017

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the last three days of Vegas

The end of time keeps coming at us faster it seems and suddenly there are only three days left in Vegas (and it's really more like 2 1/2). Are there a lot of things to get done? More than we can possible accomplish in these hours? Whelp, we'll do what we can do and not stress too much about the rest.

It's only fitting that I simply don't have time to pause and reflect on any of my Vegas experience before leaving. This city can feel like a blurred rush of life, coming at you in an endless stream of promised party. It's a carnival, an endless vacation. But it's not. Just another spot on the map on this object named earth. 

What will I think of my 8+ years in Vegas after I'm gone from here? I can't tell you. Unlike my last cross-country move from Providence area to Vegas - I don't feel anything for this city. It's empty and doesn't allow attachments. Most of the people here are in transition, fleeting faces in the cosmic meld of gambling, drinking, and whatever else it is that people do here (I never figured that out).

I came for a reason I can't quite remember, met my wife, and started a family. For that, I'll always have a spot for Vegas. 

Beyond that, I can't even tell you what the hell happened here the last 8+ years.

It's true. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. 

Soon, it's a road trip. See you in the photos of America. 
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August 1st - First Day of My Last Month in #Vegas

8/1/2017

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August 1st
FIRST DAY OF MY LAST MONTH
IN VEGAS

Dear readers,

The time has come to leave Las Vegas. My health and other factors have combined to make this move a necessity. From a writing point of view, I'll be re-orienting the story back to Providence - where it was located for many years (even more than the eight I've lived in Vegas).

Due to the nature of the insanity of a move almost 3k miles and all the preparations for such a journey - I haven't had time to reflect on what it will mean to leave this city. Will I miss it, will this impact my writing and creative routines?

There are so many questions, so few answers.

I do have a few questions for my readers. 

What casinos/spots in Vegas would you like me to visit one last time/write about on my way out the door (so to speak)? Tell me in the comments or on Facebook or Twitter or comment on this blog post.

In the coming days I'll post a tentative map of our proposed journey and ask if anyone wants us to visit them in a particular city. 

For now - there's fiction posting at 11am PST. Enjoy the story.

I'll be posting often as I ready the family to flee Las Vegas. 

Chat soon, 

​Stephen John Moran  
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