A few years back, I met a guy, a Bulgarian guy; he has been pushing a website of his called onlinerestaurants.com for some time now. It is a food delivery system set up along the industry norms. Well, my friend called me the other day and said he had a job for me. "Rob, I have a job for you, and I know it is one you're going to like. I want you to go to as many businesses and offices as you can and tell them about my site. I don't have much money, but I can pay you some." Pago is an interesting story. He moved to Las Vegas about the time I did. We met at this Italian joint where I used to work and have been friends since. My underlying admiration for him is in the 'entrepreneur spirit' he possesses.
Job creators are a dying breed nowadays, so I accepted his offer without hesitation. The big reason I like Pago's job offer so much is because it mimics a number of concepts I am good at. I told him soundly, "You got a deal Pago. I will be your guy on the street! I have a number of accounts already established, plus I will call on all the businesses!" We then worked out a few minor details and just like that I was employed again.
It has been quiet on the lady front for me since Roxy left town. With that said, the new apartment complex I moved to has an attractive spa and hot-tub. Last night I decided to give it a whirl; as I'm sitting in the hot-tub all by lonesome; two ladies, both wearing robes, suddenly appear. They proceed to drop their robes and walk into the other side of the hot-tub: Lord knows; I have been saying this long enough; it is moments like these when I really appreciate living in Las Vegas. I did my best to strike up a conversation without trying to look too creepy. Both were cordial but not very receptive. I did get a few details though; both were from Israel originally, both had just moved to Las Vegas, both were looking for jobs in the entertainment industry. Fifteen minutes or so go by and they tell me they must leave, Svetka and Anivil were their names. As I watch them exit. Well, like I said earlier in the post; it's times like these when I know Las Vegas is the town for me.
Job creators are a dying breed nowadays, so I accepted his offer without hesitation. The big reason I like Pago's job offer so much is because it mimics a number of concepts I am good at. I told him soundly, "You got a deal Pago. I will be your guy on the street! I have a number of accounts already established, plus I will call on all the businesses!" We then worked out a few minor details and just like that I was employed again.
It has been quiet on the lady front for me since Roxy left town. With that said, the new apartment complex I moved to has an attractive spa and hot-tub. Last night I decided to give it a whirl; as I'm sitting in the hot-tub all by lonesome; two ladies, both wearing robes, suddenly appear. They proceed to drop their robes and walk into the other side of the hot-tub: Lord knows; I have been saying this long enough; it is moments like these when I really appreciate living in Las Vegas. I did my best to strike up a conversation without trying to look too creepy. Both were cordial but not very receptive. I did get a few details though; both were from Israel originally, both had just moved to Las Vegas, both were looking for jobs in the entertainment industry. Fifteen minutes or so go by and they tell me they must leave, Svetka and Anivil were their names. As I watch them exit. Well, like I said earlier in the post; it's times like these when I know Las Vegas is the town for me.
Hi Rob.
ReplyDeleteMy name is Marco and I met the guy called Brian (you called him the Martha Stuart of homeless town) in Vegas about 3 weeks ago. We talked a long time in front of a supermarket and were drinking some Perrier water. May be you will see or meet him again, then please send Brian my regards. It would be great to here from him again, but I know that you guys have other problems... If you have the time and the possibility then please continue writing this blog! (Btw. How many blogs do have?)
Take care Marco
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DeleteHi Marco,
ReplyDeleteI will be seeing Brian soon, most definitely will relay your message to him. Thank you for the compliments about the blog. At this juncture, I have two blogs that I work on consistently, 'thevillageidiot' and 'thevegasvagabond.' Things have turned around for me and I am hoping to help Brian soon. I'll tell Brian that your interested in seeing him again and then relay you a message on the blog...Thanks Again, Rob Astle
Hi Rob.
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for sending my regards to Brian. You wrote in your first your blog that you are a "moron" and that's the reason why you are homeless. It would be great if you could write what reasons were responsible for you becoming homeless. It would help understanding your situation an how you get there. Only if it's not too personal. Brian told me a little bit about his story, but you have the possibility to write it down and share your story with others.
I was with my girl friend on vacation in Vegas when I saw Brian searching for water near a starbucks, so I decided to give him my water. So started our conversation right in front of a supermarket. I just wanted you to know this about me to understand the situation better. I hope you will "get back to life" soon. At least you able to get connected to the internet and continue writing your blog. That seems to be a good sign, isn't it? Brian told me about a friend who is writing a blog and tries to set up something. I now think this has to be you :-)
Wish you all the best and I will continue reading your blog!
Take care Marco