Being able to attend my first convention in quite awhile, I was privileged to play in the infamous "Whiners" tourney. A tough bunch of players and I was tossed to the side of the road early on! Friday night tourney I lasted a little longer but, lacking focus from not playing, I played a bad hand and lost (as I should have). The only plus of that tournament was that I was able to "oust" our former Club President, Doug Smith, in an all in battle that I won!!

I enjoyed visiting with members that I had not seen, and those I had never met in person. I exchanged personal chips with many but still have quite a few available. If you have a personal to trade, please let me know and I will send one to you. Other club members who were not able to attend, I will send a chip to you for $1.00, the price of postage.

Here is my personal this year:

I had a great time (except for dialysis up off of Sahara Blvd.) and look forward to next year!

Thanks to all of the organizers and volunteers! It was a very well run convention!!

Rich