Ghosts and Gamblin's

     It's been a couple days since I was in Gettysburg, but I still recall it vividly. I can't say I learned a lot about American history there, but I did learn that more so than Civil War memorabilia, haunted houses and ghosts seem to be a greater draw.

     I kid you not, on just about every street corner, spoooooky signs let you know that for a nominal fee, YOU can take the scariest, most hauntedest ghost tour you've ever been on. It seems Gettysburg is the most haunted place in America, and I never even knew it.

Lincoln would be so proud if he could see Gettysburg today!

     The other thing I learned about Gettysburg is that there is currently a huge debate raging about whether or not to allow casinos to be built. Some folks feel it would diminish the historical relevance of the town, and others feel it would produce lots of much-needed jobs in the area. The windows of every house you pass have (of course) red-white-and-blue political signs expressing their feelings on the matter, and opinions vary from one house to the next.

Robert E. Lee was defeated here.

     My opinion on the matter? People need jobs, get those casinos erected A.S.A.P.! It'll boom the economy, and turn Gettysburg into a thriving center of financial stability. Just take a look at what gambling did for Atlantic City... oh, wait...