Creepy

Ok, have the scientists who make these robots not watched movies like Terminator or IRobot? I mean really, did you not learn by watching the matrix that cute little ASIMO will go from taking our orders to taking us out? LOL Replace that stick with a gun and were all in big trouble. You might be a cute little robot ASIMO, , but your not fooling me. HA HA.

Finally

Well it has been a ruff start getting back into playing cards. I have been very rusty in my play and just all around uncomfortable at the table. However I'm proud to say that I think things are finally moving in the right direction. I have made some adjustments in my game and I am feeling much better at the table. I'm staying away from the cash games and sticking to tournaments which has been a good move as well. Out of the last 4 tournaments I have placed 13Th out of a hundred, 4Th out of 47, and 1st out of 7. even though I'm not winning money each time I am content with how I am playing. I started wearing my IPOD from time to time and it actually helps me relax and focus more on the game. I'm picking up better reads on players and since I am more comfortable at the table I am betting correctly too. I'm playing again this Thursday and Friday and I am hoping to see similar results. Also, Shelly finally made it to play in the tournament this past Friday and did very well for her first time playing with strangers in an organized tournament. I think she was a little nervous but that's to be expected. She has only been trying to better her game for about a month and already I see a huge improvement in how she plays and even talks about the game. I'm very proud. If she keeps improving at this rate I will have to start watching my ass at the table. lol
So my plan is to continue sticking to the freeroll tournaments for now. Hopefully I continue to improve and finally get some money put together. I know I have it in me to do well at this game and be profitable, I just need to sharpen my tools and start using them.

Come Play.

This is where I have been playing. Come check it out. 23 mile about 2 miles east of I-94 on the north side of the street. You cant miss it.

Slowing down.

After another weekend at the table I have made some decisions. I'm having a bit of trouble making things happen at the cash game and its not doing anything good for my bankroll. As a matter of fact its kicking my bankroll right in the nuts. However I did play in the free roll tournament that was going on and won 2nd place. 2nd out of 23 people wasn't too bad and it won me $70 plus a boost in confidence. I felt comfortable and was able to play my game the way I should. Hopefully I can give it another shot this weekend and do just as well if not better than last week. I need to get some money together before I venture back to the cash table. In the tournament I made some good reads and really played my hands well. I would be a happy camper, full of confidence and well on his way to getting some money going if I didn't blow it at the tables the next night. So until I have enough set aside that I don't care if I drop $100 at the table I'm a tournament player.

Wish me luck!

The nut house.

Well my great return to poker turned out to be nothing like I hoped. The friend I'm helping ended up getting the flu and couldn't come along and I was more that a little rusty at the table. It has been so long since I sat and played seriously that I have become a little more than rusty. Combine that with a couple maniacs that sat with us at the table and it just was a frustrating couple of sessions. I have decided to look at it as a lesson on the things I need to do to get back on my game. I wasn't comfortable at the table which will come back slowly the more time I spend sitting and playing hands. I was losing focus quick and letting the maniacs frustrate me as well. This place offers a free roll which I should be able to do well in considering I'm a little more comfortable in a tournament setting where my small bankroll is not at risk. So I'm going to try and give that a shot next week and see what happens. If I win I will have some extra cash in my pocket which should give me a little boost in confidence when I sit at the cash game again. It wasn't a total loss because an important part of poker is being able to realize what mistakes you make and figure out a way to correct them. Hopefully I can correct mine and have something good to write in here next time!

If I cant play house, im going to play cards!

Everyone always says to follow your dreams. Considering I cant have the dream I want most, I guess its time to move on to the next. I've decided to get back into playing poker. Its been a long time since I have taken it seriously and im excited to get back into it. I have found some new games that will make it convienent to play again. I have never been able to get the ball rolling in the past and make real money from playing, but now many of my excuses are gone. Times are tuff in Michigan right now and I am in need of all the extra income I can get. If thats not modivation to crack down and play to the best of my ability nothing is. also I have a new apprentice that I am helping to become a better player as well. Seeing her excitement for playing has me pumped to play again too. I see alot of potential in her and im excited to watch her get better and better. Im only doing this with expectations of making a few extra dollars a week, but I must admit thoughts of her and I playing in the world series keep entering my head! I will make sure to keep updating on how the two of us are doing. This friday is her first time sitting at a real cash game and my first time playing for keeps in over a year. wish us luck!

Good Enough

Under your spell again.

I can't say no to you.

Crave my heart and it's bleeding in your hand.

I can't say no to you.

Shouldn't let you torture me so sweetly.

Now I can't let go of this dream.

I can't breathe but I feel...

Good enough,

I feel good enough for you.

Drink up sweet decadence.

I can't say no to you,

And I've completely lost myself, and I don't mind.

I can't say no to you.

Shouldn't let you conquer me completely.

Now I can't let go of this dream.

Can't believe that I feel...

Good enough,

I feel good enough.

It's been such a long time coming, but I feel good.

And I'm still waiting for the rain to fall.

Pour real life down on me.

'Cause I can't hold on to anything this good enough.

Am I good enough for you to love me too?

So take care what you ask of me,

'cause I can't say no.