DonnaCD68
05-03-2014, 02:39 PM
After attending the TGurl Dance and Prom at the Dunes Resort in Saugatuck, MI (April 5-8th) I decided to take another step out in the right direction. While traveling from Detroit to Saugatuck (west side of Michigan) I noticed the Fire Keepers Casino just east of Kalamazoo. Now I'm not much of a gambler, (except in Vegas, where it should be anyway), but a little voice in my head said "Donna, that would be a good place to stop in on your way home".
Well Monday the 8th came along and it was mid day (2:00 p.m.) while I was heading back to the "D" (Detroit). I was dressed in my awesome size 5 Tall Skinny jeans, a layered top, and my most comfortable pair of heels (my Black Shooties). As I got closer to the exit for the Casino, I said to myself "oh come on, its Monday, middle of the day, 150 miles from home....why not, the place wont be busy?" My biggest fear honestly was "what if I need to use the restroom?" I honestly do not want to make anyone else uncomfortable as much as I don't want to be uncomfortable. Luckily I stopped at a gas station right at the exit and made sure the tank was drained.
Being 6 ft 1 w/o heels draws attention regardless, but adding 4 inch shooties...well I knew I would get looks and stares but it was just time to do this. After parking the car I walked in passing many along the way, most not even paying attention. As I made my way through the casino, I caught a few glances and several double-takes....but nothing that made it unbearable. Well let me say...I have no idea where ALL those people came from......the place was full of people in every direction!! "Keep calm Donna.....you can do this" is all I kept saying.
Roulette is make game of chance so I wandered around (gotta luv how casinos lay out their aisles) and after about 30 twists and turns....I saw the Craps tables with the Roulette table just behind. As I approached the table I found it to be a $10 table? Oh I need a $5 table to make this $75 last a bit...LOL. I asked the dealer and he directed me just another aisle away to the $5 table.
I found the $5 table full and with people waiting for spots against the table. I stood back a little at an empty Black jack table and waited. As I stood there I noticed the Pit Boss (female) looking my way. She walked over and asked "Do you need a spot at the table?" I replied " I'm just watching for now, but thanks, I wait my turn". She the looked down and commented on my nails and asked about them. We talked a minute then she was back to her post. After about 20 minutes a few chairs opened and I grabbed one. Put my money down and was gambling on the next spin. The Pit Boss returned to me as I was sitting there and asked if I needed a drink. In my head I said "OMG yes" but I said "No thanks" it was the restroom thing. I think others there were a bit jealous as she did not ask anyone else....so kinda felt special for me. I spent the next 2 1/2 hours there....not bad for $75. Walked out with about the same amount of stares and double-takes, but it went much much better than expected.
I'm planning on attending the Fall Tgurl Weekend (Oct 1-3) and if I can get a friend or two to come along, maybe I can convince them to go to the casino too!! If not...I still go again!!
Well Monday the 8th came along and it was mid day (2:00 p.m.) while I was heading back to the "D" (Detroit). I was dressed in my awesome size 5 Tall Skinny jeans, a layered top, and my most comfortable pair of heels (my Black Shooties). As I got closer to the exit for the Casino, I said to myself "oh come on, its Monday, middle of the day, 150 miles from home....why not, the place wont be busy?" My biggest fear honestly was "what if I need to use the restroom?" I honestly do not want to make anyone else uncomfortable as much as I don't want to be uncomfortable. Luckily I stopped at a gas station right at the exit and made sure the tank was drained.
Being 6 ft 1 w/o heels draws attention regardless, but adding 4 inch shooties...well I knew I would get looks and stares but it was just time to do this. After parking the car I walked in passing many along the way, most not even paying attention. As I made my way through the casino, I caught a few glances and several double-takes....but nothing that made it unbearable. Well let me say...I have no idea where ALL those people came from......the place was full of people in every direction!! "Keep calm Donna.....you can do this" is all I kept saying.
Roulette is make game of chance so I wandered around (gotta luv how casinos lay out their aisles) and after about 30 twists and turns....I saw the Craps tables with the Roulette table just behind. As I approached the table I found it to be a $10 table? Oh I need a $5 table to make this $75 last a bit...LOL. I asked the dealer and he directed me just another aisle away to the $5 table.
I found the $5 table full and with people waiting for spots against the table. I stood back a little at an empty Black jack table and waited. As I stood there I noticed the Pit Boss (female) looking my way. She walked over and asked "Do you need a spot at the table?" I replied " I'm just watching for now, but thanks, I wait my turn". She the looked down and commented on my nails and asked about them. We talked a minute then she was back to her post. After about 20 minutes a few chairs opened and I grabbed one. Put my money down and was gambling on the next spin. The Pit Boss returned to me as I was sitting there and asked if I needed a drink. In my head I said "OMG yes" but I said "No thanks" it was the restroom thing. I think others there were a bit jealous as she did not ask anyone else....so kinda felt special for me. I spent the next 2 1/2 hours there....not bad for $75. Walked out with about the same amount of stares and double-takes, but it went much much better than expected.
I'm planning on attending the Fall Tgurl Weekend (Oct 1-3) and if I can get a friend or two to come along, maybe I can convince them to go to the casino too!! If not...I still go again!!