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Vegas Fun – 2025

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We had a blast in Las Vegas! It was the first time either of us had been there.

We stayed at New York New York

We had a nice room, very clean and nicely decorated. A nice view from the window. We could see some of the roof top roller coaster. Lots of people were riding it and seemed to be having fun. Too scary for me and Maj.

Looking out the window.

We played some of the slot machines. We would win then lose. Had fun, but no big jackpot wins.

Frankenstein slot machine
Delicious food
The Hershey Shop

So many flavors of M&M’s. We didn’t buy candy because we couldn’t decide what we wanted. I did get a Reeces peanut butter milkshake, which was so good. It even had a real peanut butter cup in it. Maj and I got a baseball cap there.

Sites as we’re walking around.

I said walking around but really it was scootering around. Both of us have trouble walking long distances so we rented scooters. It was very easy getting around with them.

One of the highlights was seeing a Penn & Teller show. They are fantastic.

We had a fantastic time, our trip was full of laughs. And, the people were all so helpful and friendly.

Good eats in Madison Indiana at the Off Broadway Taproom

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We looked this place up the day before we went on our day trip to Madison. We had several places on our list, including a place to eat. We found the Off Broadway Taproom downtown on Main Street not far from the Courthouse.

You have to look for the sign above the entrance foyer

The entrance door in the set back foyer

The menu listed on the website promised quite a large and varied list of culinary delights. Sher ordered and enjoyed the vegetarian Avocado Caprese:  Mozzarella, Avacado, Tomato, Basal oil, and Balsamic Glaze on a Ciabatta Bun

Sher’s Avocado Caprese

Maj’s Philly Cheesesteak

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maj loved the Philly Cheesesteak with Shaved Ribeye, Sautéed Peppers and Onions, Provolone, Horsey Sauce and a Hoagie Bun.  We also ordered Soft Pretzels with House Beer Cheese and Sweet and Spicy Mustard. Both sandwiches came with fresh made potato chips.

Plenty of brews on tap

We enjoyed having lunch at the Off Broadway Taproom. The atmosphere is friendly, the service was excellent and the food was great. We both agreed that this is a pub to return too. We definitely recommend the self labeled “Madison’s Living Room”. That tag fits.

Strawberry Blush at Lanthier Winery

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We enjoy going to wine tastings, especially when one of our sons, who doesn’t drink, drives us. Then Maj and I can both sample the wines.

We went to visit Lanthier Winery and Distillery, in Madison, IN. They have beautiful gardens which I wanted to see and to do a wine tasting.

Maj and I had tasted some and were deciding which we wanted.

Then. . .the sommelier brought out a bottle

Strawberry Blush

It is delicious!! Maj and I like sweet wines that we pair with cheese and crackers. This wine is perfect for us. The label says “a far away feeling, close enough to taste”. Strawberry Blush is one we came home with. One I’m sure we’ll be back for.

The gardens were beautiful even after the Ohio River flooding.

Pretty tulips
Pretty yard decor

Record Flooding Brings out the Media

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The Big Blue River in Shelbyville, Indiana is seeing some serious flooding due to the excessive rainfall in the past few days. As the river runs through town, it currently is at flood stage of 19.9 feet. (Flood stage is 13 feet) The river is forecast to crest at 20.4 feet Sunday afternoon which exceeds the previous record set in 1913. It will fall below flood stage Monday afternoon.

Indianapolis Channel 8 News

The Shelbyville Fire Department has reported emergency water rescue crews  have responded to numerous rescues and evacuations. Shelters are open at the Shelby County Fairgrounds for displaced residents.