Live poker and possibly relocating outside the US again

 Most former US grinders that played mostly online before "Black Friday" now play predominately live. There are so many obvious differences between live and online and for me the most difficult thing is sitting next to all the people and listening to all of the absurdities.

  So I am the guy that sits with his shades listening to his ipod and focusing on all the action, the bet sizing, my own thought processes all the while dreaming that I was clicking buttons on Poker Stars lol

 Here's to New Jersey allowing Stars to return, hopefully in time other states will follow and band an interstate compact to increase the player pools and once again the SamuraiPlaya can return to the virtual felts :-)

 Until then I have been in contact with some successful 2+2 investors and I may once again move outside the US. I will update when I know more. Have a great day on & off the felt!

 

Book of the Month

"The story of a small village Bank that revolutionized the way people around the world fight poverty."

 I have been reading more literature on finance, business and investing and I came across this book at the library. I usually know that I love a book when I first read it from the library and then go and buy it for my own :)

  I do not consider myself Republican or Democrat but rather a moderate conservative and this story really confirms my belief that entrepreneurs who invest in others ideas and dreams truly do grow the economy and provide opportunities for others to grow and improve their lives where they otherwise may not have been able to without the risk takers and lenders.

 We do however need to regulate "predatory" and reckless lending but make no mistake, credit and loans allow people to do things they otherwise would never be able to do. If you get a chance I suggest that you read this book if you are interested in economic growth and prosperity. Enjoy :)

Book of the Month

 I have made a commitment to updating my blog. After online poker's "Black Friday" I have found it difficult to blogging my thoughts and play but I believe it is positive and certainly +EV for me do do so. Just being able to share and reflect on things is a big plus in my personal growth and quest to succeed.

 So, the first post back in a couple years will be my book of the month. I try to read as much as time and energy allows and I also try to read a variety of subject matter as well. Please feel free to suggest any good reads and perhaps I will share it in my blog. 


"The Richest Mam Who Ever Lived" by: Greg Steinmetz 

This is more like a history book, mostly sharing facts about the life of Jacob Fugger 1459-1525 who  was said to be wealthier in his time than Rockefeller and JP Morgan combined. Here is an excerpt from the author.

 : He was the first modern businessman, in that he was the first to pursue wealth for it's own sake. By all indications he was happiest when striking deals or scrutinizing his ledgers. Nothing gave him greater joy than the chores required to make him richer.

 I found it very fascinating that the wealth itself did not fulfill him the most but the daily work did so. Very interesting and I do recommend the book if you like historical biographies. Enjoy :)