Some of you "old timers" might remember me--well, maybe just one--but in any case, after several years of non active participation, I am now able to return to my remaining second love after poker. Circumstances arose that needed my full time attention but unfortunately has ceased to exist and has since left me with another void.

I think is has been 4 years or possibly five since I last attended a convention and although I was not there physically, I was mentally.

I have just sent in my money for a table for this years event. Its something I have been looking forward to for a long time. As odd as it may seem, the only friends I have left are those in the chipping community and can't wait until the end of June.(God willing)

I'm still collecting although limiting my collection to certain areas. I will be bringing a full car load of casino items including bungy cords, slot cards, room keys, slot coin cups and of course many chips--all at give away prices and I don't want to haul them back home again if at all possible.

I will be at the banquet and of course particapate in the poker tournament.

I'm looking forward to seeing and reestablishing with old friends and hopefully meeting new ones.

Paul