The House of Poker Blues

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:27:14 +0000

I was going to try and write an article on the final results of the WSOP today, but with it being Veterans Day I just couldn't get my head around writing about something that I felt weren't all that important on a day like this. Maybe later this week I'll give my thoughts on it....we shall see.

Today I want to thank all military service members of the past, as well as those that are serving during these difficult times. I am thankful for all the sacrifices that have been made by those in uniform and their families as well.

While I'm here I want to share something that I received in my e-mail from the office of President Obama (I'm sure there are many that received this that are much more deserving of recognition than I am). Say what you want about the current administration, but I have never gotten anything of the sort by any of the past administrations on Veterans Day.......

Earl --

Today, on Veterans Day, my message to you is simple: Thank you. Thank you for your selfless service, for your valor, and for your strength of purpose that make all of us proud to be Americans.

Today, Americans will pause amidst a great conversation about the future of our nation to take a moment and recognize your service to our democracy -- a service that guarantees us all the liberty to engage freely in that conversation, no matter what our views may be.

We know that we owe you a debt that cannot be repaid. But we can and will fulfill our nation's promise to stand by you and your loved ones. That is why we've worked hard for better care for our veterans, and why we provided the largest increase in Veterans Administration funding in history.

Today, we honor those Americans past and present who've served on battlefields from Lexington to Antietam, Normandy to Manila, Inchon to Khe Sanh, Ramadi to Kandahar. You have defended our freedom on land, and at sea, and in the air.

You reflect the diversity that makes this America. You share a patriotism beyond question. And you share the same unflinching courage, selfless compassion, and uncommon camaraderie that -- when faced with the tragedy of a despicable and heartbreaking attack last Thursday -- the soldiers and civilians of Ft. Hood humbly revealed to the world.

You and your loved ones are the patriotic men and women we honor today, Veterans Day. And you are the men and women we shall honor every day, in times of war and times of peace, so long as our nation endures.

Thank you.

President Barack Obama

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:38:28 +0000

I know that for the most part the readers here at House of Poker Blues are poker players, but I also know that most poker players like to play the occasional casino game as well. That's one of the reasons you'll find some of the U.S. friendly online casinos promoted here.

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Mon, 19 Oct 2009 21:04:21 +0000

Press release about the Bodog Poker Open IV Championship.

The release states : "With the Bodog Poker Open IV, Bodog.com is giving online poker players of all levels a chance to strike it rich and gain major exposure as the next Bodog Poker Open Champion," says Bodog.com Poker Pro David Williams. "It takes a great deal of patience and skill to run deep in this tournament, and any poker player who can take down the Championship Event deserves not only the huge cash prize, but also the recognition that comes along with it."

The Bodog Poker Open IV Championship Series kicks off Sunday, Nov. 1 at 4pm EST with the first of seven events. The series culminates on Sunday, Nov. 8 at 4pm EST with the Championship Event, featuring $25,000 in added prize money. The last player standing will not only walk away with the top cash prize and the title of Bodog Poker Open IV Champion, but will also be prominently featured in an international poker publication and on Bodog.com.

Buy-ins for the seven events of the Championship Series range from $50+$5 (rebuy) to $470+$30 for the Championship Event. Bodog.com is adding additional prize money to all events, giving players exceptional value for their tournament dollars.

Poker players will also be able to get in for as little as a dollar. For more info on the The Bodog Poker Open IV Championship, just click here to visit BoDog Poker.

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:11:06 +0000

Doyle Brunson is back from playing in Europe and is ready to get back on his site to play some poker.  Every night at the $5/$10 and $10/20 NL Texas Hold'em tables you can find him grinding away at the felt. Just look for the name Tex_Dolly and see if you have what it takes to beat the living legend himself at his game.

You can also expect to see Todd and Pam Brunson as well, along with his longtime friend Hoyt Corkins. There'll be many of the Brunson 10 and other friends and pros dropping in to play cards and chat with all the players firsthand.

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The action starts on October 6th, so don't miss out on this very rare opportunity to sit in Doyle's cash game and go head to head with the legend.

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Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:14:37 +0000

As most folk from South Carolina know, Senator DeMint has supported the UIGEA. I have received letters from the Republican Senator in the past stating so.

just a short time ago the Poker Players Alliance sent an alert mail out to all members asking everyone to send a letter to their Governors and Lawmakers. Sending these letters only take about 60 seconds when using the tools that are available at http://theppa.org/ . Become a member if you are not, there is no cost and it's a good way to make sure that your voice is heard.

Anyhow, I sent the letter off and received a reply back from Senator DeMint (or his office) and thought there might be some out the in blogland that would want to read what it says. You can read it by clicking a Reply from Senator DeMint on the UIGEA.