joeislove's 100-word story for July 15, 2025

joeislove wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on July 15, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

The nice thing about gambling on the Gulf Shores of Mississippi is that when you finally bust all the way out, you can wander outside and watch the sun come up while you question your decision-making ability. Five thousand dollars seemed like a lot to bring for a gambling weekend. It's amazing how fast a casino can such that much money right out of your pockets and make it disappear right into thin air. Now I'm stuck talking to this straggly-looking Jesus impersonator. He keeps telling me to come with him for a stroll on the water. Maybe I will.

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