Just renewed my membership for a second year. It has been such an excellent first year that I had no choice.

My first year of actual collecting saw my collection go from 4 chips to over 589 (that's three full binders) with over 100 traders. I have visited more casinos than ever before, met a lot of great folks along the way and had a great deal of fun.

For all those from whom I have bought chips and collecting supplies, traded with, or just exchanged e-mails in private or on this board, I want to extend my sincerest thanks. From New Jersery to Washington State, there just isn't a better group of folks.

I regret that I can't attend the convention this year, but I'll get there someday. If for no other reason than to show some of you that I'm really not the jerk you think I am