Okay, this is what happened at Hard Times while I was there. The first Sunday there were about 400 players in the tourney and I snapped it off for $85. Well, maybe there were only 17 players, not sure, either 17 or 400, something like that.

Then the following week was the $1,000 added tourney and I think there were a few byes because I got lucky to get one of them, so we'll say 90 players for this one. I won my first 2 matches, hill-hill, then lost my 3rd 5-1. Then won a few on the losers side, all hill-hill, then lost 4-2 to finish 9th. This is the sad part, in 2 tournaments I broke and ran 3 racks! TOTAL! I just don't understand it either, I practiced at least 2 hours in the 60 days prior to going there, so what could have been wrong with my game?

Anyway, about not being able to post while there. I got no clue. I was logged in just like I am now on a computer away from my home and there weren't any reply buttons at the bottom of any of the posts. I could pm, but not post. Other than that and playing pool, I had a great time at Huntington Beach, except for the blistering sunburn I got.

Saw some friends that have been friends for 30 years, drank a few cold one's, had a barbeque, and talked about the old days. Plus, my sister brought me a gift from Amsterdam, a beautiful beer stein(sp), and a digital camera. So, all in all, I had a great 2 weeks except I couldn't share it with all of you while it was happening. Peace to all and have a great day. John.