Honestly, my journey to the WSOP will only turn erotic if I make it deep into the tournament and Missy comes out to support me. Those of you who know Missy know that that is as much of an incentive as the cash.

My trip started out great as I was pleasantly surprised to find myself upgraded to first class! Seat 1A, surely a good omen.

Once I landed I hit the blackjack tables. After going down a grand playing $50 a hand, I was lucky enough to get a real plus7 shoe. I made a quick $1600 and left up $675 for the session. When I hit a positive shoe, I progress my bets.

Brimming with confidence I headed out to the Rio to register. I saw many celebrities including Ray Ramano (he is uglier in person) and Jesus Chris Ferguson. The place was packed, more so than when Rick Fleck checked out the scene last year. I am playing Saturday, July 5th at 12, seat 1 (I am taking this as another good omen).

Heading back to the MGM Grand I decided to hit the tables again. Once again I went down a grand playing $50! Luckily I was able to hold on to catch a plus 8 shoe and upped my bets to net $400. I was up more but I played for the dealers, doubled a ten vs 6 and lost.

Thus ended Day 1. As a side note I continued my streak of being the only man in Vegas not to be approached by a prostitute. I am beginng to develop a complexm

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