Travels in the Wide World

Things that make you go "Hmmm..."
(A special blog entry from Sara)

Most people, when asked about Pahrump (assuming they’ve ever heard of it) know the place for one of two reasons…and no, “its charm” was never one of those reasons. It’s either known for having the busiest Wal-mart in the country, or for the fact that prostitution is legal here. You see…it’s a winner either way. Locals here live (or so it seems) by the motto “if it makes sense, it’s not how it works”. You could argue that that applies to most things in life, but I feel that here, they’ve really nailed the concept.

I will remember it always as the place that continuously makes us all go “hmmm…” - why you ask, well, here are some of my favorites:

Contrary to popular belief, this was not staged…this is, in fact, a very serious member of the Pahrump Library Security Team (PLST if you will). If you don’t believe me, just wait for the Dolby version of his walkie shouting out “Shhhhh!"

Three Comments... First, what kind of art could they possibly display, and furthermore, do you really want to see it? Second, I'm guessing there's a reason why it's the "only one of its kind in the world"...anyone have a theory? Finally, if you really missed the place by driving 20 minutes in the wrong direction...well, maybe this just proves that people are so desperate for something to do in Pahrump that they'd be willing to drive back "for a good time".

Like 30 miles ahead…Did anyone mention to the townsfolk that this is a ghost town…no joke…oh wait, there are no townsfolk to mention it to.

Clearly, "Lovin' it."

The kids, not so much.

Comment still pending...

Creepy - I know you were thinking it too...

The local BBQ...known for their food...and not so much their taste in décor.

Owned by Heidi Fleiss, the laundromat has a back room... so when the lady asked me if I wanted full service, I really had to stop and ask what that meant exactly.