well guys? immediately after I placed 2nd in that MTT and earned 363 to the roll, I got into another MTT and ended up adding another 270 to the bankroll by placing 1st. I finally have broken that 2nd place finish curse and made about 650 total today, and the day isn't even near over.

Again, I'm really content about the feedback I've received so far with this post. Even though it's something I've known about this game, it's always a lot different hearing it from someone besides myself - kind of like re-enforcement of knowledge I managed to lose sight of due to my passion for poker.

I'm almost positive many can relate when I say that I've got so much passion for this game, that at times I let the little things tilt me - the things in the short-term. But as stated above by someone, it's the longrun that matters most. As the big picture would show, it's just how the cookie crumbles sometimes. All I can do, have done, and will continue doing is remain vigilant in how I play etc. etc. etc.

Thanks a lot guys! Things have definitely gotten brighter. Wish me luck continually and I'll keep the faith endlessly.