Not to mention the ever popular BINGO with accompanying pull-tabs. I guess you could throw in the stock market (ENRON et al), and driving on Texas freeways as real life gambling.
Jeff, I assume you have been to Lake Charles, or Shreveport, ever notice the 8 to 1 ratio on TX to LA license plates? I understand Neuvo Laredo Mexico is going to open the defunct Hippodrome complex to Casino style gambling. When in Mexico, remember how it works in Las Vegas....always give a tip, the 'Mordita' --a little bite-- goes a long way. Jeff, got your e-mail, much obliged, Happy Trails, DocF