elanoftroy
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Suicidal tendancies?
I played the wheel years ago and am happy to say it's not for me.
Please let me unravel the notion that I'm a great player. The people I play against have as much skill as myself, the only difference is the cards one is dealt. Sure I took risks but, every hand I was dealt hit whether it was pocket pairs or unsuited two, three. Players were angry I would play weak hands and win against their suited A,K.; I can't explain why, some people call it being hot, truly it was bizarre. News is, the winning streak is over, I'm back to having to depend on cards, skill, luck with a dash of bluff.
I played on Saturday, five tables of eight. I wasn't getting good hands nor hitting what was on the board. It was grim but after 90 minutes of mainly folding, the good cards started coming and my chips began building. We were down to two tables; I was the chip leader at my table. I was behind the dealer and dealt pocket aces, I was planning to make a hefty bet on my turn. The third from the dealer went all in with 56K; everyone folded but myself. I didn't want to make that big of a bet but was forced. Now I was 56K into the pot with aces and 6k left. My opponent had pocket fives. : o
The flop was trash, the turn was trash and the river was a five!!! There were gasps of unbelief from both of us and a wave of sound and movment radiating from our table. I was shocked but not angry because it's free poker. These are social gatherings with an opportunity to pay for your food as well as win points to qualify for one of the three WSOPs.
My winning streak last year was mindboggling and that's the truth, but I am no better than any of my opponents. What it boiled down to was sheer luck. Haha, the director was going to put up a place card on the table in front of me to warn new players and reminding the others that I was very lucky. lol.
When I saw the news about that British plane exploding into flames before takeoff from Las Vagas, my heart sank. I'm glad you weren't on it. That must have shook you pretty bad. Did they ever figure what happened?
So you saw Brittney Spears. Did you know, she's a native Southern Louisiana girl? I look forward to your reports. Sounds like you had a great time both in Las Vegas and with the SoCal GTG. Now you have lots of good memories to hold you over till the next GTG.
Fondly,
Helen
Thank you everyone who attended the Labor Day GTG L.A. !
It was great seeing everyone at the L.A. GTG!!! Some quick pics... As usual some cool and unique pieces showed up...thanks 'L' for whipping out the loupe for us to use! Fresh guacamole, not as good as Dr. No aka Art but still tasty! As always we all ate t...
Good times in L.A.!
Didn't take enough pics as I was too busy talking with everyone (and eating LOL) -MW
That is the problem with this kind of events. Too much time to spend with friends, not a
Lot of time for pictures. But that's better this way than the contrary. ;) Best, Nicolas
Dear Nico...
Have you seen the pic i posted for you in the other thread..? Here it is again....Maggie says Hi... :) The SoCal guys are amazing and LA is the coolist place I have ever been to. Yours my friend, Andy. ...
Great to learn you had a great time!
But of course, considering all the cool folks in L.A., that was a given! :-) Cheers to all, Alex
re: great time
We had people who drove up to the event and luckily It's a long holiday weekend so traffic was not bad. The weather has cooled down quite a bit so it was great timing. You'll have to visit us in L.A. for a GTG Alex! -MW
re: Thanks
Great seeing you and 'L', and of course thanks for bringing a long that killer Prototype piece and sharing it with us! Have a great Labor Day Mitch! -MW
Pleasure was all mine....
Great to meet you too with some awesome pieces to show. I'm sure our paths will cross again :) Andy.
Nope, and not even a chance . . .
. . . for a few rounds of 8-ball last night, even though we were walking distance from a pool hall. We did manage to catch an Irish folk band at O'Brien's pub, though . . . seven guys 'n gals playing traditional Irish tunes. I adore the sound of a tin whi...
Tis a sweet sound
One of our favorite pubs in the French Quarter back in the later 1980s was Ryan 700 Irish Pub. After closing up shop on Bourbon Street, we would go next door to Ryans; the place was always packed. Sounds like you had a great time. Helen
re: poker
No poker game tonight, it's at a well know Mexican restaurant in L.A. so only food and friends! :) -MW
If it´s Mexican flavors you are interested in...
You should come visit, Ming! :-) Hasta pronto! Alex
I should!!!
When I was in school down in Arizona, we had fantastic (and authentic) Mexican food. Will definitely have to visit you, hopefully in the near future and share a meal. Alex, what's your favorite local restaurant? -MW
Hmmm, now you made me think!!
I guess it depends on what I am in the mood for. But for now, I´m gonna have to say that it is a seafood restaurant not to far from my house. The methods and the recipes are simple, but the food is always fresh. Besides that, it is consistently good every...
Yum... My stomach is growling,
Seriously! I'm going to raid the kitchen. I hope there's something good to go with my chicken from poker last night. Of 44 players, I took ninth place winning points toward playing for one of the three seats given away this year for the 2016 World Poker T...
re: Yum
Good luck with the tournament, hope you make one of the 3 seats. Let us know if you do, we might be in Vegas to cheer you on! :) -MW
That would be fun
But of course, you have to stay anonymous till the game's over, or until I'm out, so I don't lose my edge. Can you imagine, some of these tournaments are so big that if you place within last standing 1000 you win several thousand dollars? lol... How's And...
Vegas is AMAZING Helen....
but I'm sure you know that....!!! Pity your not here to show me the ropes so the slot machines are getting a hammering and last night was awesome....Ming and Ed know why ;) A report will be due when I get back...i just have 2 days then head home Sat. Andy...
Andy you're funny
I avoid the slot machines... What do Mind and Ed know? Oh goodness! ... Helen : o
I think he is doing fine in Sin City =)
I'm sure he is having a blast...especially today LOL! -MW
Fingers crossed you get a spot for next year....
I definately need some tips from you....ha ha Andy :)
Big tip... Be careful, you could loose your shorts there.
Andy, Those slot machines are fun but also addictive. If you can find a medium size Texas HoldEm Tournament, buy into that. It's a one time fee, takes skill, keeps you busy and away from the slot machines. lol... Also don't forget all the great shows in L...
We will have to ensure your here next time....
Its safe to say I'll be back.....in fact i think IGOTT 2 should be here and forever more..!! Will fill you in on my shows, food, and good times in due course....only 1 more day left so off downstairs again..!! The tables are to scary for a beginner so you...
I'm down to one game a week
Andy, I use to play five times a week. My boyfriend and I were always at the top. It's fun having other players see you at the table and ask to be moved or hear someone say, 'she scare me.' lol. It's fun but Al became a bit too possessive and we broke up,...
Hey Helen....
Sorry to hear that hon :( I was watching a couple of tables on Fri night and it did look VERY intense....it would be really cool for players to avoid you as they know your awesome reputation, look forward to you kicking my ass...ha ha. ! I had one last go...
Suicidal tendancies?
I played the wheel years ago and am happy to say it's not for me. Please let me unravel the notion that I'm a great player. The people I play against have as much skill as myself, the only difference is the cards one is dealt. Sure I took risks but, every...
Just for you Helen....
Here is a quick pic of my view on Wed evening.... So now i have 2 excuses to return to Vegas at least....Britney and our gambling :) ha ha Keep a look out for the food post....its taking a while to organise there was sooo much of it..!! Andy. ...
QQ... Looks like you had a great time!
This first shot is interesting; it shows everyone either videotaping, flashing photo's or looking at their cell phone during the show. That's a real eye opener. I wonder if that's distracting to performers. Glad you had fun. Can hardly wait for your next ...
I had to go back and check the picture again.....
I hadn't noticed that....I guess I was looking elsewhere..!! ;) Awesome show and would def recommend even if your not a big Britney fan....next time I'll get a seat further back in the stalls to get a better overall view of the whole show and not just Bri...
Brittney is
From Mandeville, across the lake from New Orleans. Maybe next year, I'll bring some boiled crabs, corn and potatoes and we invite her to dinner. : o You never know! Helen
Seafood dinners in Las Vegar are a dime a dozen but
... they won't stand up to New Orleans boiled blue crabs when you're talking about a homesick native. Helen
Its worth a try.....
She seems the homely family girl so it just might work..!! Ha ha Been home a week now and still really missing LA and Vegas...already thinking of when to come back, but thinking of a relaxing holiday first in Cape Verde early in the new year Hope your hav...
Homey? Not Homely for sure! Well, let's just say...
She's from New Orleans. Enough said. So happy your holiday was exciting. I'm not happy, though; I was down to playing cards only once a week; with all this talk about you and poker... I'm playing three times a week for the last two weeks. : o I played tod...
I appear to be a bad influence....
But at least you got fourth Are there many other ladies who play.? Nope still not got a set of chips....I'm very indecisive and do lots of research but still haven't pulled the trigger yet. But I do have a souvenir from The Luxor when I was playing on the...
There are lots of ladies who play in the league
One may even accompany me to a GTG. When I mentioned about possibly going to a Watch GTG in Santa Monica, she rattled off all the top brands listed on the forum. My jaw dropped. Are you playing poker in a league or just like to gamble? Did you get enough ...
It was indeed a superb trip....
and I can safely say I didn't go hungry....ha ha The Socal guys kept me informed of where to go and took me to some incredible places which the standard tourist would never have found. I'm def not a big gambler because I'm a scientist by profession with a...
Good times and good food!
I saw some really nice pieces and wide variety of brands and complications. Almost everyone had a watch from a different maker. We really should have had a table shot. LOL! Best, D
re: good times and good food!
Appreciate you driving all the way out and joining us darrony! We have to do it more often! :) -MW
Nice GTG and it was cool to meet up
Great to see Andy and meet him in person. Looks like you had a enjoyable visit to LA! Sorry I couldn't join the SoCal gang on Sunday for the GTG, but glad to have a chance to meet up on Friday for lunch in Santa Monica. Regards, ED-209 ...
It was a phenominal 4 days....
I'll do a little report after Vegas :) Was great to meet up with all the SoCal guys and gals...LA is incredible..!!! Andy.
Looks like a PuristS meal to me.
Except the group watch photo is missing. Best, JerryW
missed another...
spent the weekend in La Jolla with the family looks like in typical Purist fashion..a great time was had... until next time...
re: another
Hope you had a good time in La Jolla, we all missed you and 'Y'. The weather over the weekend was perfect, today and yesterday was hot!!! -MW
Food looks good!
I love Mexican too. Sorry I couldn't attend. Had my daughter's birthday party to go to. Hopefully next time then! Cheers, Anthony
Next time...
Andy, Maybe I'll bring fresh boiled crabs with the fixings to Las Vegas and Brit will eat with us. That's no too far fetched, she's from just north Mandeville, Louisiana. Hahaha! You never know, Helen