tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-164916262024-03-13T08:17:08.359-07:00Poker PoisonWatch out World...Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.comBlogger360125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-35521871059738195542017-07-24T23:24:00.001-07:002017-07-24T23:24:06.373-07:00Poison is still alive and kickingCan't believe how long it has been since I posted here on the blog. I think of the times when I used to play online every night and chat with my online friends. Good times for sure!<br />
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I still play a lot of poker, just at the local casinos and a couple of fun home games. <br />
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On my bucket list is still the dream of playing in the WSOP main event. Two of my good friends from past home games are poker pros in Las Vegas. They have played this event for the last 2 years. Although they have yet to cash, I can help but admire them participating. One of them made it to day 3 this year. Maybe next year will be the year I join...<br />
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How about you? Did anyone play the main event? Or one of the other WSOP events?<br />
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Would love to hear from you....<br />
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Cheers,<br />
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VYoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-76348044470807960512011-01-15T23:15:00.001-08:002011-01-15T23:15:39.273-08:00Blogger Tourney Here I Come<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; "><div style="height:125px;width:100%;"><a href="http://www.pokerstars.com/blog_tournament/"><img src="http://www.pokerstars.com/images/wbcoop/125x125.gif" alt="Online Poker" align="left" style="margin-right:10px;" border="0" /></a><p>I have registered to play in the PokerStars World Blogger Championship of Online Poker! The WBCOOP is a free online Poker tournament open to all Bloggers, so register on <a href="http://www.pokerstars.com/blog_tournament/">WBCOOP</a> to play.</p><p>Registration code: XXXXXX 121813 </p></div></span>Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-38828967085852132472010-12-13T21:17:00.002-08:002010-12-13T22:11:55.252-08:002010 WPBT Bounty BabeEvery time I attend a Poker Blogger event I am reminded how this community of people from all walks of life is truly wonderful. This trip was no exception. And even though my interaction with my blogger friends has been limited over the last couple of years it did not affect the connection that I felt with this group.<br /><br />I arrived late Friday night at about 1 a.m. which meant many of the bloggers had already left the MGM where mixed games were played. I did manage to see one of my favorite blogger friends, Waffles and his new pal Josie, Miami Don, Joanna, Buddy Dank, Lightning, Skidoo, Katitude, and few others.<br /><br />The next day at the Aria, I arrived early to make sure I got registered okay for the Blogger tournament. AlCantHang and Falstaff were at a "Training" table and invited me to join. I paid the $25 bucks to get some training by Alex. The only things I remember were being told that "All In" wasn't my only move and to compare a semi-bluff to "Ghostbusters". In order to kill a ghost, you need multiple streams just like needing multiple things to work together in order to make a semi-bluff work. In addition, all the players at the Training table were entered into a last longer for $20 in the tournament.<br /><br />There was also a team last longer, so I partnered with Patrick, the nephew of a blogger (Wolfgang or something like that), and Russ a blogger (Days at the Office) I had met at one of Smokkee's home games. We named our team - Days with Poison.<br /><br />To sweeten the event, there were a few of the original bloggers with $100 bounties from Full Tilt - these bounties were represented by a small box of band-aids. Dr. Pauly had a $100 PokerStars bounty on his head.<br /><br />As luck would have it, my starting table included 3 bloggers with $100 bounties, AlCantHang,Falstaff, and Dr. Pauly. Also at my table was Bree, Snuffy, Mattie, Geek and Proud, and Speaker.<br /><br />My new title as 2010 WPBT Bounty Babe was earned by taking the following bounties:<br /><br />1) Bree - Avenging Unicorn set with a White unicorn, 4 different horns with special powers, and 3 figures that could be stabbed in the abdomen by the unicorn. Once rewarded with this bounty, I put the set in front of my chips to act as defenders.<br /><br />2) Mattie (I don't remember the blog name sorry) - He had the most original bounty - A dvd "Poker Secrets from Poker Champs - Money Management" and a salami football which I sliced once we were down to the final table for everyone to enjoy. It was pretty tasty.<br /><br />2) Dr. Pauly - $100 Pokerstars- I called Pauly with Ax suited in the big blind and called his flop bet when I had a flush draw. The flush came on the turn. Pauly shoved with a set and was disappointed by my insta call and ultimate win when he didn't improve on the river.<br /><br />3) Falstaff - $100 FT and a of his book "Returning the Favor" - So sad how bad my memory has gotten. I can't remember how I won this bounty.<br /><br />4) Brian (FT Social Media rep) - $100 FT and Stanless Steal Flask.<br /><br />5) Katitude - Beaver I did the honorable thing and called from the BB when she shoved her short stack. Unfortunately, she could not survive the hammer.<br /><br />I also busted Gracie, but she didn't have a bounty - which I shouldn't be one to speak since I had no bounty for my slayer.<br /><br />It was a great ride. I had a early chip lead, but didn't learn enough in my pre-game training (hahaha) to know how to play with a bigger stack in the middle tourney stages. I lost chips to Gnome when I misplayed pocket 4s.<br /><br />Ultimately I busted 12th when BadBlood called my all-in from SB with KQ hearts with against his A4 off from the BB.<br /><br />MiamiDon earned his first place finish (6 places chopped, but he had the chip lead) with his aggressive play when it was down to 2 tables.<br /><br />So even though I didn't make the final table, I did make $300 in online bounties and $20 from the Training table last longer, plus the other cool rewards. And if Drizz could have just busted 7 or 8 on the final table, I would have made another $200 bucks from the team last longer.<br /><br />It was great seeing everyone and especially nice to get a hug from the best midget in the world, Iggy.<br /><br />Till next time.....<div><br /></div><div>P.S. I think I'm ready to start a new round of heads-up matches against you bloggers, so let me know if you are ready to take on "The Poison"!!!!<br /><br /><br /></div>Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-36903899864446893752010-09-01T16:52:00.000-07:002010-09-01T17:07:32.632-07:00Keep it Simple"Keep it Simple" Veneno- This was the best advise I received during my private lesson with Phil Gordon - July 2009. Although I haven't gotten a big score from using his advise, I have seen improvement in my results.<br /><br />After play poker for years, reading bits and pieces from poker books, blogs, and from players at the table. I was making the game too complicated. The biggest mistake was my focus and effort on picking up tales, which is not to say that I don't pick up tales now and then, but my focus on this was distracting from poker fundamentals.<br /><br />As in poker, so with life, I've recently moved forward in resolving some big issues that had been a source of great stress. One of which is picking a new apartment that will give me a 15 minute commute instead of the hour plus commute that I currently make to work.<br /><br />Looking forward to a anticipated improvements the simplicity will bring both at the tables and in life.<br /><br />See ya on the felt!Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-38013284767571010102010-05-19T22:41:00.000-07:002010-05-19T22:58:45.603-07:00MookieeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeSooooooooooo disappointed!!! I played a couple of the BBT 5 events this week. On Monday the Poker from the Rail Tournament. Finished 13th. And tonight played the Mookie. The winner gets into the BBT Tournament of Champions. It was fun to play with some familiar bloggers. I made it to the final table as the chip leader. And kept the lead until it was Head Up. Then this happened.<br /><br />Full Tilt Poker Game #20979182667: The Mookie (160019403), Table 10 - 1200/2400 Ante 300 - No Limit Hold'em - 1:29:07 ET - 2010/05/20<br />Seat 2: yosoyveneno (183,706)<br />Seat 3: oossuuu754 (89,294)<br />yosoyveneno antes 300<br />oossuuu754 antes 300<br />yosoyveneno posts the small blind of 1,200<br />oossuuu754 posts the big blind of 2,400<br />The button is in seat #2<br />*** HOLE CARDS ***<br />Dealt to yosoyveneno [Kc 2c]<br />yosoyveneno raises to 4,800<br />oossuuu754 calls 2,400<br />*** FLOP *** [2d Kh 3c]<br />oossuuu754 checks<br />yosoyveneno bets 6,000<br />oossuuu754 raises to 84,194, and is all in<br />yosoyveneno calls 78,194<br />oossuuu754 shows [5s Kd]<br />yosoyveneno shows [Kc 2c]<br />*** TURN *** [2d Kh 3c] [7s]<br />*** RIVER *** [2d Kh 3c 7s] [7h]<br />oossuuu754 shows two pair, Kings and Sevens<br />yosoyveneno shows two pair, Kings and Sevens<br />oossuuu754 wins the pot (178,588) with two pair, Kings and Sevens<br />*** SUMMARY ***<br />Total pot 178,588 | Rake 0<br />Board: [2d Kh 3c 7s 7h]<br />Seat 2: yosoyveneno (small blind) showed [Kc 2c] and lost with two pair, Kings and Sevens<br />Seat 3: oossuuu754 (big blind) showed [5s Kd] and won (178,588) with two pair, Kings and Sevens<br /><br />The match continued about 30 hands and I managed to get close to even. Oossuuu was shoving alot, so I finally took a stand on the following hand.<br /><br />Full Tilt Poker Game #20979318094: The Mookie (160019403), Table 10 - 1500/3000 Ante 400 - No Limit Hold'em - 1:38:46 ET - 2010/05/20<br />Seat 2: yosoyveneno (127,424)<br />Seat 3: oossuuu754 (145,576)<br />yosoyveneno antes 400<br />oossuuu754 antes 400<br />yosoyveneno posts the small blind of 1,500<br />oossuuu754 posts the big blind of 3,000<br />The button is in seat #2<br />oossuuu754: nh<br />*** HOLE CARDS ***<br />Dealt to yosoyveneno [Qh Th]<br />yosoyveneno raises to 9,800<br />yosoyveneno: ty<br />iaatg6296 (Observer): no running jacks rigged :P<br />oossuuu754 has 15 seconds left to act<br />oossuuu754 raises to 145,176, and is all in<br />yosoyveneno calls 117,224, and is all in<br />oossuuu754 shows [Ah 5c]<br />yosoyveneno shows [Qh Th]<br />Uncalled bet of 18,152 returned to oossuuu754<br />*** FLOP *** [Jd 5s Ad]<br />*** TURN *** [Jd 5s Ad] [Td]<br />*** RIVER *** [Jd 5s Ad Td] [Jc]<br />oossuuu754 shows two pair, Aces and Jacks<br />yosoyveneno shows two pair, Jacks and Tens<br />oossuuu754 wins the pot (254,848) with two pair, Aces and Jacks<br />*** SUMMARY ***<br />Total pot 254,848 | Rake 0<br />Board: [Jd 5s Ad Td Jc]<br />Seat 2: yosoyveneno (small blind) showed [Qh Th] and lost with two pair, Jacks and Tens<br />Seat 3: oossuuu754 (big blind) showed [Ah 5c] and won (254,848) with two pair, Aces and Jacks<br /><br />So I finished 2nd. Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr...<br /><br />Here was the final table...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/S_TMVuM_f6I/AAAAAAAAAG4/pze2vrcJH0A/s1600/finaltablemookie.bmp"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 194px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/S_TMVuM_f6I/AAAAAAAAAG4/pze2vrcJH0A/s320/finaltablemookie.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5473224120713838498" /></a><br /><br />Full Tilt Poker Tournament Summary The Mookie (160019403) Hold'em No Limit<br />Buy-In: $10 + $1<br />Buy-In Chips: 3000<br />91 Entries<br />Total Prize Pool: $910<br />Tournament started: 2010/05/19 22:01:00 ET<br />Tournament finished: 2010/05/20 1:39:13 ET<br /><br />1: oossuuu754, $291.20<br />2: yosoyveneno, $177.45<br />3: DDionysus, $127.40<br />4: MemphisMojo, $100.10<br />5: NewinNov, $72.80<br />6: DakotaBlock, $54.60<br />7: PirateLawyer, $36.40<br />8: jimdniacc, $27.30<br />9: 1TATA1, $22.75<br />10: muhctim<br />11: Mondogarage<br />12: 23Warsaw<br />13: p1mpin<br />14: cmitch<br />15: corron10<br />16: wolfshead<br />17: jamyhawk<br />18: AgSweep<br />19: actyper<br />20: ekrr<br />21: Jestocost<br />22: Misterd2U<br />23: lightning36<br />24: RGC2005<br />25: classic<br />26: adamsapple19<br />27: twoblackaces<br />28: NoMetal<br />29: riggstad<br />30: heffmike<br />31: MorningThunder<br />32: DaBag<br />33: Stebe65<br />34: BrainMc<br />35: MaggieO<br />36: iaatg6296<br />37: NumbBono<br />38: MiamiDon<br />39: -WYLDKARD-<br />40: Mike_Maloney<br />41: Zeem<br />42: sellthekids<br />43: smokkee<br />44: microvillain<br />45: jjok<br />46: Chippy McStacks<br />47: BuddyDank<br />48: Shabazz Jenkins<br />49: Mattazuma<br />50: Loretta8<br />51: sexymelissa<br />52: Joanne1111<br />53: bigdav1967<br />54: pvanharibo<br />55: DueceDueceLoose<br />56: columbo<br />57: Troublecat<br />58: VBPro7<br />59: yestbay1<br />60: dbcooper53<br />61: Astin<br />62: SUPDAWG<br />63: gpjacobs<br />64: SmBoatDrinks<br />65: ck31<br />66: Bessin<br />67: thegroupie<br />68: veryjosie<br />69: mclarich<br />70: lucko21<br />71: pushmonkey72<br />72: Mikkael37<br />73: NYRambler<br />74: Maniac57<br />75: Julkeus<br />76: SuitedKings<br />77: APOSEC72<br />78: NightRanger<br />79: TripJax<br />80: maigrey<br />81: NJerseyAL<br />82: VinNay<br />83: edgie212<br />84: hoyazo<br />85: augie00<br />86: shamanalix<br />87: Julius_Goat<br />88: niktak<br />88: ChampSampson<br />89: BamBamCan<br />90: DeepChitNJ<br />yosoyveneno finished in 2nd placeYoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-3088700414657184952010-04-21T19:53:00.000-07:002010-04-21T19:57:31.174-07:00Poker RiddleAll the players long to have me<br />But I must keep my visits brief<br />Call me "the Hat" at the table<br />Where my owner is ruler and chief<br /><br />Some say I don't matter<br />But just let me make my mark<br />I must control all the action<br />You will respect me if you are smart<br /><br />Dressed in my plain attire<br />My title is very clear<br />I'm the biggest of all my family<br />Hence the buck stops here<br /><br />By: Veneno<br /><br />If you want to confirm your answer, send an email to yosoyveneno@yahoo.com with subject - Poker Riddle.<br /><br />Later!Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-63271633664134719872009-03-30T20:04:00.000-07:002009-03-31T02:49:05.800-07:00Poker Poison Dream TeamWhat an incredible weekend!!! The Dream Team Event at Ceasar's Palace is sure to be an experience I will never forget. <br /><br />On Friday I arrived late to the Friday night reception and the first person I see at the entrance was none other than <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phil_Hellmuth">Phil Hellmuth</a>. From that moment on, I was consumed with the excitement of being in a room of top notch players, poker enthusiast, and friends. Once in the room, I glanced at the wall of Team Jerseys and found the "Poker Poison" attire for the event. It was quite a sight. (See the picture from the <a href="http://taopoker.blogspot.com/">Dr. Pauly's blog</a>) Yes, he was there too! His recent post captures the essence of the event much better than I could ever do. You must read.<br /><br />Once I get a chance, I will load the some awesome pictures including one with Phil and another with <a href="http://www.fulltiltpoker.com/kristyGazes.php">Kristy Gaze</a>. <br /><br />Congratulations to my team mate Masih, we all call him Mas - as in "queto mas", who finished 10th in the event! You did great job hanging in there with the likes of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_McEvoy">Tom McEvoy</a> at your table.<br /><br />I have soooo much to write about from this event, but for now I'm just going to leave you with a recap from the press release....<br /><br /><br />Hi YoSoy,<br /> <br />Please find below a press release with the official results from this past weekend’s sold out Dream Team Poker event at Caesars Palace Las Vegas.<br /> <br />Team Aced took down the team title and more than $59,000 with 2006 WSOP Champ Jamie Gold coming in 9th place and teammate Ashley Nataupsky taking 4th place. Danny Nelson of Team BikerHaven.net took home the individual prize of almost $24,000.<br /> <br />We have plenty of photos and a full list of team and individual cash prizes, if needed. Please contact me with any questions or for more information.<br /> <br />Thanks!<br />Jessie<br /> <br /> <br />FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br /> <br />TEAM ACED WINS FIRST PUBLIC DREAM TEAM POKER TOURNAMENT<br />Record Turnout Sells Out Caesars Palace Poker Room<br /> <br /> <br />BEVERLY HILLS, March 30, 2009 -- Team Aced won the first public Dream Team Poker tournament that featured a sold out field, big name poker pros, celebrities and a packed house. 148 teams totaling 444 players entered the event at Caesars Palace Las Vegas with a $222,000 total prize pool.<br /> <br />Team Aced, led by Ashley Nataupsky’s 4th place finish and Jamie Gold’s 9th place finish, and also included Houston Waldie, took home the first place team prize of $59,940 and the championship trophies.<br /> <br />“It’s the most fun you can have without $12 million on the line,” said Gold. “My WSOP bracelet is in a vault, but my Dream Team Poker trophy will be on my mantel for all to see.”<br /> <br />Danny Nelson, Team BikerHaven.net, who entered the day with $119,000 chips, was able to fight through the final 25 players to win the individual prize of $23,976. Nelson went heads-up with Philip Rousseaux (The Claddaghs) for 45 minutes before sucking Rousseaux in on the final hand. Both players limped into a 4-8-K rainbow flop. Nelson (K9) check-raised Rousseaux (J8), who responded by making the mistake of moving all-in. The 6-7 turn and river were of no help and the individual champion was crowned.<br /> <br />Rousseaux entered the day second in chips with $408,500 and battled his way through the final table as The Claddaghs were locked in an epic struggle against The Clones for second place in the team standings. Rousseaux’s runner-up finish secured The Claddaghs second place team win and netted the team a cool $33,300.<br /> <br />“We blew the doors off of Caesars this weekend,” said Dream Team Poker Chief Executive Officer, Daniel Delshad. “The entire poker room was packed and there was a level of excitement in the air that you don’t see at most tournaments. The tournament exceeded our expectations and we expect to see more like it at Caesars Palace in the future.”<br /> <br />The top 5 individual players were:<br />· Danny Nelson (Team BikerHaven.net) - $24,063<br />· Philip Rousseaux (Team Claddaghs) - $13,320<br />· Jerry Percival (Team Runner, Runner) - $7,922<br />· Ashley Nataupsky (Team Aced) –$ 6,666<br />· John Regis (Poker Masters) - $5,328<br /> <br />The top 5 team finishes were:<br />· Team Aced - $59,940<br />· The Claddaghs - $33,300<br />· The Clones - $15,984<br />· Party at the Mansion - $10,656<br />· Hellmuth Busters - $6,660<br /> <br />The $500+50 buy-in event drew professional poker and celebrity star power to the event, including 2007 WSOP Main Event champion Jerry Yang, 1983 WSOP Main Event champion Tom McEvoy and 2009 WSOP Main Event Final Table members Dennis Phillips, David Rheem and Kelly Kim. Other notable players include Justin Bonomo (returning November team champion with Team Bluff), Jason Lilly (returning November individual champion), Phil Hellumuth, Johnny Chan, Todd Brunson, Paul Wasicka, Mike Matusow, Erica Schoenberg, T.J. Cloutier, David Williams, and Tiffany Michelle. Actors Mekhi Phifer and Chris Masterson, NBA star Chris Mills and L.A. Lakers owner Jerry Buss also played in the first open Dream Team Poker event.<br /> <br />For more information on future Dream Team Poker events visit www.dreamteampoker.com.<br /> <br /># # #<br />About Dream Team Gaming<br />Dream Team Poker is a new “team-based” structure and scoring system for tournament poker. Dream Team Poker’s patent-pending scoring system allows players to compete on an individual basis while getting scored as a team, giving each player better odds and chances to win money as they compete for individual and team prizes. Casinos benefit from Dream Team Poker’s structure as players have new incentives to stay at the property after busting out, resulting in longer hotel reservations, more meals eaten at casino restaurants, and general increase on property, which generates more side play revenue.<br /> <br />Founded in 2007, Dream Team Poker is growing rapidly and licensing its tournament structure to many of the nation’s largest and popular casinos. It is the first gaming product developed by Dream Team Gaming, a privately held company headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA. For more information, please visit www.dreamteampoker.com<br /> <br />Stay tuned for more of the story and fantastic pictures!!!!!!!! In the meantime, <a href="http://news.pokerpages.com/index.php?option=com_simpleblog&task=view&id=3943">check these out</a>.<br /><br />One more must read. Go to <a href="http://www.pokerlistings.com/live-tournaments/other/2009/dream-team-caesars/live-updates">Poker Listings</a> site for pictures of the final table players, recaps of busting hands, and just an good historical write-up of the event.<br /><br />If you are looking for an opportunity to play with some of the best poker players in the World for a relatively small buy-in then the Dream Team Event should be on your list of events to play. The experience was all that I hoped for and more. Dream Team Poker Rocks!Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-707198580643686422009-03-21T20:52:00.000-07:002009-03-21T21:02:08.677-07:00Dream Team QuestIt's official!!! My "Poker Poison" Dream team is registered for the event at Ceasar's Place next weekend. Take a look at our <a href="http://www.marketwire.com/press-release/Dream-Team-Poker-963615.html">competitors</a> on this link. <br /><br />I will need to figure out the most convenient method to send live updates. I'm sure you will be anxiously anticipating the following updates...<br /><br />Phil Hellmuth has just been powned by the Poison!<br /><br />Jaime Gold offered to "show me his cards if I folded", only I forced him to show his when I called his second best flush..haha<br /><br />Kathy Leibert in an attempt to read my strength, stared me down for a good two minutes, but I managed to keep my composure and not break a sweat. She laid down her cards to my "hammer" hand..hehe<br /><br />Stay tuned.....Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-18431750041997641272009-02-08T19:02:00.000-08:002009-02-08T20:04:42.658-08:00Poison meets the "Chipburner"In my quest to play in one of the NL events in the LAPC at the Commerce Casino, I decided to join one of the single table satelites with 10 players for an $80 buy-in. The prize was $600 tournament chips and $120 cash, plus a LAPC cap. <br /><br />At my table I had the pleasure of meeting a couple of fellows promoting the <br />"Dream Team" event at Ceasars that I've posted about previously. One of them being the <a href="http://www.cardplayer.com/players/results/Robert-Turner/1345">Chipburner</a> and the other a young 22 year old (I forgot the name). Little did I know that I was playing with one of the top NL players as stated by Dan Harrington no less. <br /><br /><blockquote>"He is mentioned in Dan Harrington's NLH Book as one of the top three No Limit Hold'Em players in the world."</blockquote><br /><br />Early in the game, I chipped up in a hand versus "Chipburner" when I hooked up a hand of AK and a board of AKx (all clubs though). This chip up helped me to patiently wait for playable hands and ultimately win the Sit-n-Go. Unforturnately, I did not score the $720 payout. When the table was down to 4 people we struck a deal to pay the 2-4th players $80, so that everyone was guaranteed to win at least the amount of their buy-in.<br /><br />I had to repeatedly reject offers to chop when it was down to 4 people, 3 people, and even at HU. One player in peticular was anxious to leave when there was 4 left. He kept hoping that I would bust so that there would be chop. Instead, his impatience cost him and he busted 4th. There was less than an hour to the start of the NL Tournament. But I stood my ground because I was either going to win and play in the Tournament or take my $80.<br /><br />Immediately after collecting my payout, at about 20 minutes to 1 p.m., I registered for LAPC Event #15, NL Holdem $545. Starting at table 24 (the day of my birthday). There were a few interesting people at the table including a Semi-Pro who was sponsered by Poker Stars by the name of Bob. <br /><br />I didn't have too many exciting hands. My first big dent took place when I had JJ. The player on my left joined the table about 30 minutes into the tournament. Shortly after he arrived. I had JJ utg. I limped in for 50 and he raised to 300. It was folded around and I raised another 900. He called. The flop came with and Axx all diamond. I checked and then called his bet for 500. I was hoping that he would suspect a trap and let me see another 2 cards. The plan worked, but I didn't hit my 2 outter when we checked the turn and river. He had KK and won the pot.<br /><br />In reflection, sure I could have started the betting with more and maybe folded preflop. Or saved $500 on the flop. But really I don't think how I played this one hand made a big difference. <br /><br />The next hand that cost me was QQ. This time I bet for $300 in EP. There was a re-raise pre-flop, as was pretty common on this table, to which I called. The flop had an Ace. I lead the betting. Got called. Not sure how it went from there, but in the showdown I lost to AT. Drats! No respect!<br /><br />Finally, when I was down to about 2k in chips with blinds at 100/200 and antes of $25. I chose to make a move with A9 suited in mid-position. My image was pretty good and it was folded around to the button where one of the short-stacked aggro players shoved for $400 less than my total chips. Previously he had shown down a few all-in hands with Ace rag or less. I called. This time he had the goods, AK. I was down to 400 chips. I doubled up a few hands later, but quickly blinded/anted down to $400 before switching tables. First hand on that table was QJ of spades utg. I moved all in and lost to KK. Ironically, I hit the flush on the turn but was countered when the Ace of spades came on the river. And I finished at about 245 in a pool of just over 400.<br /><br />Despite the loss, it was a good experience. One day, I will be sharing a story of a victory instead of an experience. In the meantime, at least I got a free cap!<br /><br />Laters all....Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-20101548397351483642009-01-25T23:46:00.000-08:002009-01-25T23:47:06.319-08:00More Good NewsDear yosoyveneno,<br />On Tuesday, January 20th, we experienced networking issues that caused a disruption to your play. The problems started at approximately 5AM ET, and tournaments weren’t paused and cancelled for a period of time after that. <br />You had more chips when the networking issues started compared to when the tournament was paused and cancelled, therefore we have determined that the $368.76 you received for the following cancelled tournament was insufficient:<br />Tournament #76049420 (Midnight Madness!)<br />Based on rule #31 of our Tournament Rules (the tournament cancellation policy), we have calculated that if the tournament were cancelled when the issues started, you would have received $627.44. The difference between the amount you received and the amount you should have received is:<br />$258.68<br />This amount will be credited to your Full Tilt Poker Account within 24 hours. <br />Rest assured that we are taking measures to ensure this problem doesn’t happen again.<br />Feel free to contact support@fulltiltpoker.com or simply reply to this email if you have any questions.<br />Sincerely,<br />Full Tilt PokerYoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-4629756260590708502009-01-22T00:49:00.000-08:002009-01-22T01:06:10.696-08:00If I can do it....I've played two of the Tier One 11 + 1 Sit & Go games over the last couple of days in order to win entries to one of the bigger MTT's and/or an entry to the LAPC. So far, I'm 2 for 2.<br /><br />76894869 Jan 19 22:23ET Tier One $11+$1 Sit & Go $11.00 + $1 9 1 $75 token <br />7127022 Jan 22 00:34ET Tier One $11+$1 (Turbo) $11.00 + $1 9 1 $75 token <br /><br />The first token I used to play a LAPC Satellite. I won and got my entry -<br /><br />75971911 Jan 20 00:26ET WPT - LAPC Satellite $69.00 + $6 18 1 $322 <br />Entry to tournament<br /><br />Unfortunately, I didn't win my 12k package to the LAPC with this attempt by finishing 36 of 123:<br /><br />75971333 Jan 20 21:01ET WPT - LAPC Qualifier $300.00 + $22 123 36 --<br /><br />I'm gonna try try again....<br /><br />But before I do that, I decided to play for an entry to FTOPs event #1. So I entered a Satellite and scored again - <br /><br />77173613 Jan 22 01:22ET Satellite to FTOPS Event #1 $69.00 + $6 9 1 $216<br />Entry to Tournament #73859850<br /><br />Then I checked my account balance only to find out that instead of using my token, I paid $75 to enter that Satelitte. Shit!!!! So I unregistered for the FTOPS event for now and added $216 in tournament $ to my account.<br /><br />Then proceeded to play another FTOPS Satellite (this time using my token) - Score again!<br /><br />7178964 Jan 22 03:15ET Satellite to FTOPS Event #1 $69.00 + $6 9 1 $216<br />Entry to tournament #73859850.<br /><br />I have no idea what I'm going to play, but for now I have $432 in tournament $. And still a few hundred from my payout in the Midnight Madness this week.<br /><br />Something is very wrong here. I'm making money online? <br /><br />You gotta try it!<br /><br />Laters.....Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-37161870884648321562009-01-20T19:40:00.000-08:002009-01-20T19:54:25.715-08:00VoidIn preparation for my Dream Team trip, I decided to start getting in some MTT play. So I joined the Midnight Madness last night on Full Tilt. Shortly after 2:30 a.m. I started having connection problems. It was down to 10 players and I was second to last. It was soooo frustrating. Lately, my internet has been having problems, so that was what I assumed. Once the system was up again, I discovered that it was Full Tilt. Here was the result:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SXacSvg6WFI/AAAAAAAAAGg/344CgXMB3FM/s1600-h/voided.PNG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 224px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SXacSvg6WFI/AAAAAAAAAGg/344CgXMB3FM/s320/voided.PNG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293590257826682962" /></a><br /><br /><blockquote>Dear yosoyveneno,<br /><br />We regret to inform you that tournament #76049420 (Midnight Madness!) has been cancelled. <br /><br />Next Guaranteed Payout: $202.00<br />Remaining Prize Pool: $9558.64<br />Your Chip Count: 52544<br />Total Chips in Play: 3030000<br /><br />When a tournament is cancelled after it reaches the money, according to tournament rule 31.3 (http://www.fulltiltpoker.com/tourRules.php):<br /> * All remaining players will have their tournament fee of $1.00 refunded and be<br /> awarded with the next guaranteed payout of the tournament, $202.00.<br /> * The remaining prize pool will be divided and distributed according to chip<br /> count - (Remaining Prize Pool)*(Your Chip Count)/(Total Chips in Play) = Your<br /> Share of Remaining Prize Pool. <br /> In your case, this means $9558.64*52544/3030000=$165.76<br /><br />Tournament Fee Refunded: $1.00<br />+ Next Guaranteed Payout: $202.00<br />+ Your Share of Remaining Prize Pool: $165.76<br />Total Amount Credited to Your Account: $368.76<br /><br />If you have any further questions, please contact customer support at support@fulltiltpoker.com. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />Full Tilt Poker </blockquote><br /><br />I don't think you guys were adequately excited about the Dream Team Event based on your response (of course with my lack of posting, I may not have any readers). But just in case, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOxFUQEv47Q">check out this video</a>.Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-41934407911776448122009-01-17T17:54:00.000-08:002009-01-17T18:04:57.304-08:00Dream Team PokerItching to go to Vegas, I called one of my poker pals from the Tustin Rounder crew and started discussing plans for a Vegas-bound road trip. Our former host, <a href="http://stabbymcfoldsalot.blogspot.com/">HighPlains</a>, who is planning a move to Las Vegas, provided the perfect excuse to initiate this event.<br /><br />A few days later I receive an email introducing me to a new tournament format that has me completely intrigued, <a href="http://www.dreamteampoker.com/">"Dream Team Poker"</a>.<br /><br />So, the plans are in the works to put together one or more teams to play the event on March 27th.<br /><br />This is something to get excited about!!!!Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-27345539329217118102008-12-21T23:21:00.000-08:002008-12-21T23:38:20.273-08:00Insatiable“People seek within a short span of life to satisfy a thousand desires, each of which is insatiable.” - Oliver Goldsmith<br /><br />I could be happy with satisfying about 10 of my desires. Maybe not....lolYoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-69469382443039690982008-10-16T22:09:00.000-07:002008-10-16T22:13:43.998-07:00Dominatrix...hmmmmmIt's been awhile since I got excited about any of the games offered online. Lately, I've been playing more live poker than online which isn't a bunch either.<br /><br />But today my curiousity got to me when I saw a new game type on Full Tilt called the "Matrix".<br /><br />Then I read about the <a href="http://www.fulltiltpoker.com/matrix-tournaments-details?utm_id=373">format</a> and got interested.<br /><br />My next quest...Dominatrix!Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-60973110855659273812008-09-19T00:05:00.000-07:002008-09-19T00:30:48.473-07:00Time for Tools??Every once in a while I think about improving my game by reading strategy books and using software tools. I've read a few chapters in books and downloaded software, but then I come back to reality where I know my poker activities are more for the social aspect. I really don't want to work that hard at it. It's fun. But how cool would it be to find a tool that was fun and easy to use and keep my primary focus on chat and entertainment while playing poker? <br /><br />I think I might have found a <a href="http://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-odds-calculator">Poker Odds Calculator</a> that is just that. I like the layout, the colors, and the information is good too.<br /><br />And if I'm on a bad run or bored, the <a href="http://www.pokerlistings.com/market-pulse">Poker Listings site</a> is a great resource for getting a "pulse" on what is happening in the Poker World. Just in one page you can get some very interesting stats. Personally, I love clicking on the profiles of the Pros to see the pictures.<br /><br />If you decide to use the calculator, please let me know what you think.<br /><br />Laters....Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-24330627612489319732008-09-15T23:37:00.000-07:002008-09-15T23:45:27.620-07:00Freckles are Sexywow...never thought I would see the day when my <a href="http://living.scotsman.com/fashion/Beauty-The-next-big-thing.4437620.jp">freckles </a>would be the "in" thing..ha<br /><br /><a href="http://hk.youtube.com/watch?v=J-vWKSzqBOk">Reflect on the wise words of Natasha Bedingfield, that "a face without freckles is like the sky without the stars".<br /></a>Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-45163036836936722232008-09-01T16:19:00.000-07:002008-09-01T16:33:54.439-07:00OCPT - Next Stop Laguna BeachThe OCPT (Orange County Poker Tour) has really been putting together some fun events. The next tournament is scheduled for this coming Saturday night. Below is a little cut-out from the invite:<br /><br /><blockquote>This event will be the standard $20+ Rebuy structure, except there will be a mandatory double buy-in for $40 to start...This is expected to be one of the largest OCPT special events ever, with the largest prize pool to date, so don’t miss it.<br /><br />This will be a sat. game. there is a pool and kitchen so everyone is welcome to bring swim trunks. if the event goes past 10pm we will have to move to my house which has ample room for a final table plus I would think that cards in the air at 4pm would work for this schedule. I will also bring the grill down to the pool for anyone one who wants to bring something. I will provide sodas and light snacks. alcohol is not a problem but I would like to keep any ruckus to a minimum. this will be a BYOB and BYOM that's bring your own meat to grill I will bring down condiments<br /></blockquote><br /><br />I've played with the host for the game above and his lovely wife at a new home cash game that has been running in Huntington Beach. He is a tough competitor and usually makes out nicely at these games. I have been holding my own making a profit for the last 3 games at $80, $10, and $37. Not a lot mind you, but this is a $40 buy-in with a enjoyable crowd. One of the guys at the game is training to be a bartender, so I've been letting him practice on me...hehe<br /><br />Home games are the best!Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-74621859075114743932008-07-26T15:17:00.000-07:002008-07-26T15:20:11.482-07:00Borgata BoundI will be going to Borgata in September thanks to the good <a href="http://taopoker.blogspot.com/">Dr.Pauly</a>. Wow...5 years! Happy Blogger Birthday...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp2.blogger.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SIui6Ff1leI/AAAAAAAAAEg/8bUH8_6hHcY/s1600-h/TaoFive-5.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp2.blogger.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SIui6Ff1leI/AAAAAAAAAEg/8bUH8_6hHcY/s320/TaoFive-5.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5227450911285417442" /></a>Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-37367350867723317282008-07-26T13:02:00.000-07:002008-07-26T13:38:49.448-07:00All about meDon't we all like to be noticed, appreciated, admired, and loved?<br /><br />All about me! It might not be yet, but it definitely should be about me. Not in every aspect of life, but in relationships, the woman should be #1. I expect to be respected, appreciated, and treasured. <br /><br />Here is a link to some good advice on <a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Treat-a-Woman">"How to Treat a Woman"...<br /><br /></a><br /><br />I was delighted today to find my blog recognized on <a href="http://million-dollar-blog.com/poker-sites/100-best-poker-sites/">The Million Dollar Blog</a>.<br /><br />Tonight I will be attending the next OCPT stop in Huntington Beach. Should be fun!<br /><br />Have a great day all!Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-13230458099708122582008-07-20T10:05:00.000-07:002008-07-20T11:20:53.542-07:00OCPT TourI had a damn good time at <a href="http://www.smokkee.com/">Smokkee's</a> hosted event for the OCPT. This despite the fact that I did not cooler or suckout on Smokkee as has been the case in our prior meetings on the live felt. Last year I landed Quad Js vs his boat. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloglines.com/public/smokkee"><br />Lil Elf</a> makes these events the bomb with her munchies including meatballs, toasted bagles and all the fixings (my choice the pizza baggle mmmm cheese), along with veggies, cheese & crackers, chips, ohhhhhhhhhh, and lots of boooze! For those not interested in keg of beer (that would be me) there was wine and mixed drinks. I opted for Elf's suggestion of Amaretto Sour, which hit the spot perfectly.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.bloglines.com/public/smokkee">Blinders</a> did an excellent job as usual on running the event. I would watch his blog for a recap of his hands at the final table versus Smokkee. He was set on winning the Charger Tickets bounty on Smokkee's Head. By the time it was down to 4 people Smokkee swore that just to spite him, he would lose it to Russ the Accountant, the only person at the game who didn't want the tickets. Which was in fact what happened. It was all highly entertaining. Lastly I must thank him for the cool jams which I enjoy throughout the event.<br /><br />My starting table included Blinders and the following:<br /><br />Russ - one of my pals from the Tustin Rounders (the poker crew from <a href="http://stabbymcfoldsalot.blogspot.com/">HighPlains</a> home games. I sure do miss him.) He was much more tan that usual from his recent days at the beach. <br /><br />Russ - the accountant that I met last year at Smokkee's. Might have been the only person not to drink (because of a limitation which could result in his death). <br /><br />Drew - one of the OCPT Tour members. I have played a few times with Drew and his girlfriend Christina, winner of last year's event, who was seated at the other table. They are both good players. <br /><br />Mike - one of the OCPT Tour members. He was cracking us up with his "acting" and gestures during the game. He was the "over-thinker" of the night. At the final table with Elf, we were waiting for a long time for Elf to act on her hand after Mike essential put her all-in. The board had a KQxxx. He was making his faces and reached and tilted his cup for a drink only to find nothing was left. All of us at the table chuckled. He was getting squirmy with all the waiting and Elf was staring at him looking confused. We all thought she was trying to study him for a read, when she was thinking he hadn't acted and was wondering why it was taking so long. Finally, Drew spoke up and said, "I know she is the hostess and all, but can we get a clock?" Once she realized it was her turn to act, she responded immediately with, "I'm all-in". The cards were shown with Elf having AJ spades and Mike with 88. And the little Elf was out.<br /><br />At the 2nd table there was...<br /><br />Smokkee - our host was kind enough to give us some white Bodog caps and black Bodog T-shirts. Thanks my friend for an awesome night! <br /><br />Lil Elf - the hostess with the mostest. I had to disappoint our hostess and not get completely smashed and stay the night, since my secret boyfriend was pestering me to leave the party. To make up for it, Elf and I have agreed to plan a girls night and make sure to turn off my cell. Thanks for making the event super duper!<br /><br />Christina - this woman can play the game. She is a tough competitor. Her and Drew play in a few poker leagues. She played one of the $1500 events this year by winning a $300 sit-n-go. I wouldn't be surprised to see her cashing in a major event.<br /><br />Al - the luckbox from our Tustin Rounders crew. When I walked into the game (late as usual), he had already won the first 5 hand that were deal. Which he boastfully made sure to tell me.<br /><br />I don't remember who else was there....<br /><br />All 3 woman made it to the final table, but none of us cashed.<br /><br />I left when it was HU with Blinders and Russ the account still at it.<br /><br />3rd - Drew<br />4th - Smokkee<br />Bubble boy - Mike<br /><br />A few hands before my bust, I was up against Smokkee, me with KQ clubs and Smokkee with pocket jacks. The flop came with 2 clubs and an A. He checked to me and I insta-shoved. Smokkee threw in his cards face up and said I fold and some other commentary that I don't remember. I only mention this because of my sick delight at causing any frustration on players I respect. So my mission was accomplished and for this I am satisfied. He would get even later.<br /><br />The highlight of Smokkee's evening was taking down the Poison! We were at 30 / 60 blind level with my stack right about 10 times the blinds. He was seated in the cut-off position and bet 200. Players behind folded and I shoved in the bb with A3. He called with AK. The board didn't save me and I was out.<br /><br />I agree with EasyCure's comment, Smokkee next time make the annoucement sooner and bring some of our neighboring bloggers to California!<br /><br />Hasta luego all....Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-44649255270904659752008-07-06T01:37:00.000-07:002008-07-06T01:59:18.375-07:00Things I'm Bummed About...I rarely play MTTs anymore and less poker than I used, but don't you get bummed when you play hours and hours only to bust just prior to the final table?<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SHCFWrYLXNI/AAAAAAAAAEY/grbhD42Slrw/s1600-h/11th.bmp"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SHCFWrYLXNI/AAAAAAAAAEY/grbhD42Slrw/s320/11th.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5219818592770153682" /></a><br /><br />Making it even worse was how I busted, yes I screwed up....<br /><br />Full Tilt Poker Game #7105820650: $5 + $0.50 Tournament (53909905), Table 6 - 800/1600 Ante 200 - No Limit Hold'em - 4:27:46 ET - 2008/07/06<br />Seat 1: hu410 (39,925)<br />Seat 2: yosoyveneno (25,484)<br />Seat 4: hoggznposse (16,148)<br />Seat 5: LuckyJake10 (16,310), is sitting out<br />Seat 7: imsmokie (50,128)<br />hu410 antes 200<br />yosoyveneno antes 200<br />hoggznposse antes 200<br />LuckyJake10 antes 200<br />imsmokie antes 200<br />hu410 posts the small blind of 800<br />yosoyveneno posts the big blind of 1,600<br />The button is in seat #7<br />*** HOLE CARDS ***<br />Dealt to yosoyveneno [5c Qc]<br />hoggznposse folds<br />LuckyJake10 folds<br />imsmokie raises to 3,200<br />hu410 has 15 seconds left to act<br />hu410 folds<br />yosoyveneno calls 1,600<br />*** FLOP *** [Th Ac Kc]<br />yosoyveneno bets 8,200<br />imsmokie raises to 16,400<br />yosoyveneno calls 8,200<br />*** TURN *** [Th Ac Kc] [5s]<br />yosoyveneno checks<br />imsmokie bets 6,400<br />yosoyveneno calls 5,684, and is all in<br />imsmokie shows [Kh 9d]<br />yosoyveneno shows [5c Qc]<br />Uncalled bet of 716 returned to imsmokie<br />*** RIVER *** [Th Ac Kc 5s] [2h]<br />imsmokie shows a pair of Kings<br />yosoyveneno shows a pair of Fives<br />imsmokie wins the pot (52,368) with a pair of Kings<br />yosoyveneno stands up<br />*** SUMMARY ***<br />Total pot 52,368 | Rake 0<br />Board: [Th Ac Kc 5s 2h]<br />Seat 1: hu410 (small blind) folded before the Flop<br />Seat 2: yosoyveneno (big blind) showed [5c Qc] and lost with a pair of Fives<br />Seat 4: hoggznposse folded before the Flop<br />Seat 5: LuckyJake10 folded before the Flop<br />Seat 7: imsmokie (button) showed [Kh 9d] and won (52,368) with a pair of Kings<br /><br />On Friday the 13th...<br />I called Ford to pick-up my Van because I couldn't afford the payments. Fortunately, my family was able to let me use a vehicle until I have one of my own.<br /><br />My attorney called the same day to congratulate me on my Divorce being final. <br /><br />On a good note...<br /><br />The cashier at the Trader Joe's asked for my id when I bought the to buck Chuck bottle of Zinfandal.<br /><br />This was not suppose to be my life at 42...I mean 24...hahaYoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-45105793561240573242008-06-01T00:20:00.000-07:002008-06-01T00:33:06.952-07:00Another YearStill in my horizon, but not looking like this year is the chance to play in a WSOP event. I thought 2008 would be the year!<br /><br />It has been a rough year so far. I feel blessed to have a job, a roof over my head, and food on the table. For a while I thought I would end up living with my parents...ughhhh!!!!!!!!!<br /><br />Absent is the luxury of live poker play and the weekly games with the TustinRounders. I sure do miss that! <br /><br />I still find entertainment in the lower limit sngs on Stars and Full Tilt. But the games are in the $2-5 range. Still it was amusing to find out that my current sharkscope status is HOT! Haha..so meaningless at the levels I'm playing.<br /><br />This coming weekend a few bloggers will head to Vegas for another <a href="http://pokerstage.blogspot.com/2008/04/wpbt-summer-debauchery-2008-non-event.html">WPBT</a>. Call me for the dial-a-shots and I will be ready to celebrate with you guys.<br /><br />For coverage on the WSOP, make sure an visit <a href="http://taopoker.blogspot.com/">Pauly's</a> blog. <br /><br />Hasta luego all...Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-81486508206331033682008-04-12T23:00:00.000-07:002008-04-13T21:45:32.161-07:00OUCH..ePassporte Discontinues US Poker Deposit ServicesI tried to make a small withdrawal today from epassporte and it was cancelled. It seemed very odd. After talking with a friend, I did some searching on the internet and found this....<br /><br /><a href="http://www.pokernews.com/news/2008/04/epassporte-discontinues-us-poker-deposit-services.htm">ePassporte Discontinues US Poker Deposit Services</a><br /><br />That is sooooooo disappointing....<br /><br />****added 4/13/2008<br /><br />Here is the message I get...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://bp3.blogger.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SALhI1c4B7I/AAAAAAAAAEQ/fqfIeug3aME/s1600-h/ps-cashout.bmp"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="http://bp3.blogger.com/_f6jg9ASA1EA/SALhI1c4B7I/AAAAAAAAAEQ/fqfIeug3aME/s320/ps-cashout.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5188957262587627442" /></a>Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16491626.post-24083570741388376722008-03-29T00:24:00.000-07:002008-03-29T01:54:52.166-07:00The Worm Turns...This week I finally went to court to complete custody, child support, and dissolution of marriage proceedings. So with the exception of a few last forms, it is done. It didn't end with everything I wanted, but I will get start getting a much needed child support payment. More importantly, this chapter of my life is closed. <br /><br />Letting go and moving on has been a journey of ups and downs. But somehow I feel that this final step was what was needed in order to advance into a life of abundance.<br /><br />Thanks to all my friends and family who have made the bumps on this trip easier to bare.<br /><br /><object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/aFqy2imUZqw&hl=en"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/aFqy2imUZqw&hl=en" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>Yoyo (Poker Poison)http://www.blogger.com/profile/11399679406590953512noreply@blogger.com6