Easter Sunday - Sunset Park

 Sunday, April 4, 2021

After brunch at The Golden Tiki Dale and I stopped by Sunset Park to see the moai statue from the famous old Aku Aku polynesian restaurant and the famous old Stardust casino both of which were torn down and have been long gone. I believe the moai is one of the last relics of the Stardust and for some reason it was placed on this little island on a little pond in this beautiful public park. The park was full of many (mostly Hispanic) families gathered together to picnic and BBQ. It was quite moving especially since Las Vegas is feeling rather lonely today. Maybe it's because the city isn't operating at full capacity due to its beginning to open back up only recently. The consumption and excess of the city seemed particularly pronounced today probably because it's Easter Sunday and we're out of town and not attending a service. Whatever the reason, this walk in the park provided a lively festive atmosphere which really spoke to the theme of rebirth and renewal that is Easter.