Me and My Million Bucks

Tah-Daaaah!

Yah, yah, I know. It's not really mine. But for a few seconds, I could pretend it was.

For years I've passed Binion's Gambling Hall and Casino in downtown Las Vegas and seen their poster offering a personal picture with $1 million in cash. But I've never taken advantage of it, cynically thinking there must be some kind of catch to their offer.

This last trip, I said what the hell and had them take my picture. No catch, except that instead of giving it to you right away, they make you wait a half hour. And that of course means you either have to go out and return, or spend a half hour playing the slots in Binion's.

It was at the start of my little Fremont Street adventure, so I just went across Fremont to the Golden Gate and had breakfast at Dupar's, returning afterwards to claim my photo.

I have to say that the quality of the picture was top shelf. I'm glad I finally succumbed to the experience, and it makes for a good conversation piece. You should do it if you're ever in Las Vegas.

Binion's Gambling Hall, 128 E. Fremont St., Las Vegas 89101, (800) 937-6537 or (702) 382-1600.