The days are getting shorter and shorter. I thought it would take forever to get to the HPT tournament but the days seem to be running together as the tournament approaches. A poker buddy of mine played a Super Satellite last night and got bad beat out at 14th. He was only four players away from winning the seat. I know that feeling and it sucks big time. We have all been there. I suppose telling him how great he played was of little consolation but it was the truth. Mariano has proven to be a fantastic online and live player and you root for your friends when you know they have what it takes.

Anyhow, I have entered into a more relaxed state of mind now. The weekend was kind of hectic with all tournaments and running around so I am just taking it easy this week. I will not play another poker tournament until the HPT Main Event Friday. My mind is clear and I have nothing but positive thoughts going in. That’s how it should be. I am still reading TPF2 and that is my only poker activity at this time. All I want to do at this point is enter the tournament with a clear head and peaceful soul and I will do just fine.