It's been awhile...

Since I have posted, but after talking to someone that actually pops in on this thing occasionally I decided I better get back on the wagon!

I've actually been playing quite a few mtt's lately sort of getting away from the sng's and see if I can put together a deep run. So far I've been doing pretty well and have been putting together some good stacks and coming oh so close to making a final table. There are 2 tournaments that stick out recently with about 1200 or so entrants I got a 19th place and then a 33rd on Saturday after losing a coin flip to a maniac for a top 5 stack. Variance is an ugly beast as any serious poker player can attest to, but you just have to keep on chugging and that successful tournament will come. So far I've been pretty break even with my results and I'm definitely trying to stay within my bankroll not playing any buy in over $4.40 for now. The only drawback to mtt's I see so far is my volume has significantly decreased since they take so long. I've only been able to play about 8-10 a session when my schedule allots as opposed to 15-20 sng's. But, I'm having fun with it and definitely using all the skills and knowledge I have learned to make some good shots and take down a big field tournament soon.

My goals and objectives have been so skewed this year for a variety of reasons from work to personal issues. However, I do feel that this year has been a success if even a small one. I've learned so much about poker, life, and just appreciating every day for what it's worth. Sometimes that means a lot of time away from the tables to regroup and refocus. I've managed to quadruple my bankroll on Stars and have played the best poker I ever have this year. There is definitely room for improvement though, and I'm looking forward to a new year and new goals. I do plan to push to end 2010 on a high note though and will be sure to "brag" about any big scores I take down.

I'd like to say thanks to the person that actually mentioned reading this (I won't name that person since this is the scary internet). Your impact on my life has been more than I could ever ask for, and I will carry that with me as long as I live.