[samoleus]

grant, you are correct that i never should have mentioned my win-rate in response to KKF's post. that was an error in judgement on my part spurred by annoyance at KKF's misplaced condescension and probably a bit of my own ego getting in the way. ... however, the way that one statement - which was not even in the original post (something the flamers seem to forget or ignore) has devolved my carefully crafted post into a bitching session about how much I really make. I guess I did not realize that even supposed winning players like KKF, ZeeJustin, and others are so insecure and stupid. this is not a surprise from losing players like KKF's little puppy (Yeti), but the number of posters that i had previously respected that have felt the urge to ignore the important aspects of the post in favor of trying to discredit me has been a real disappointment.

note that i do not really expect any but those familiar with my game to believe me. however, i am disappointed that so many chose to make my winnings or lack thereof the focus of the thread.

i of course have to take some responsibility - both for my lack of judgement in revealing my number and my egocentric desire to respond to the flamers. for what it is worth, i have provided all of my screen names and times that i have played so that someone who is really interested can verify my claims. but ultimately i don't want to waste my time in a forum that - while educational and entertaining at times - is likely to cause me more irritation and annoyance than the time put into posting is worth.