Re: Thank you Teddy KGB...
I never really did a full write up about the dinner.
First off I will say that I really enjoyed meeting everyone. Teddy was one hell of a host for the event. He was very polite and made everyone feel comfortable. I think the best way to describe him is as Kinger put it, gregarious. He was all all smiles and making jokes. Really funny and the type that can make everyone laugh. I think most posters were kinda surprised that I wasn't an asshole and angry in real life given my online persona.
Munson- Munson and I had chatted over the phone/PMs over the years but it was really great to meet him in person. I sat next to him at dinner and we had a great time. He really is as nice in real life as he is online. He is a real genuine type of guy that has a great and positive outlook on things despite being aware enough to know that gambling industry is a dark place filled with crooks in general. He thought it was hilarious that I wasn't a fat guy based on my user name, as did a few others who had never seen my pics online.
Brayden- He is a blast. I wish I had got to go out and party with him after as you can tell he is one of those guys that has fun where ever he goes. Very smart guy and and well spoken. Cracked up the table with some great shots at Brock when he was the topic of conversation. He and as well as ChitownJoe help offset the typical pieces of shit psychos that EOG has from the midwest. Also atypical from most gamblers as he seemed to be in really good shape. Definitely lifts, bro.
PalmTree- He actually probably surprised me the most. I sat across from him and JK and the 3 of us had a really good time talking. I really didn't think I would like the guy based on his posting but he is very engaging and I enjoyed hearing about how he gambles, especially with regards to baseball. We also bonded over our love of good food. He did a great job ordering he, Munson, JK, and I a bunch of sides that we all shared.
JK- I'd met him before but it was nice to sit and talk a bit more with him. I think he was a little uncomfortable at first being stuck sitting near me, but after a while all was fine. He's sober so I'm sure me having consumed 20+ drinks before dinner and many more during, was probably annoying to him, but he handled it well. He gave some honest opinions about Gilsan and Broke alike. I won't post what exactly was said, but he seems to be feeling the heat the forums. Jake Peavy put him on the spot about the concerns of the forum and I thought he answered them well.
Peavy- If I lived in Vegas, I'm sure I'd hang with Peavy a bunch. We have similar interests, similar age, and got along well. He's a smart guy who is realistic about living in the the crazy world of Las Vegas. Despite people giving him a hard time for being a big weed smoker, guy is sharp as a tack and very laid back. Like myself, very "California-like"
SlimShady- He was exactly what expected. Soft spoken and really smart. Guy is clearly VERY successful at what he does. Wish I hadn't passed out of I expect he and I would have went out and ripped up the town. Was nice enough to give me a ride back from the dinner and let me tell you, the guy drives a TREMENDOUSLY baller car. I'd make it -1500 he has the nicest car on the forum.
ChitownJoe- another great midwest guy. I didn't get to talk to him all that much but would have liked to talk to him more.
Fifycint- I had pictured him looking completely different that he did. Very nice and soft spoken guy. Wish I had got to chat a bit more with him. He represented the EOG east coast contingent well.
VD- Everyone knows the dino well enough and I've hung with him in the past. The one thing I will say is that he has lost a ton of weight and was looking in real good health. One of my favorite guys from the forums in real life. Still need to get out on the golf course with him. VD really does live life to the fullest and is always in a good mood.
Dink- Very much just like he is on the radio. Witty, funny, and outspoken. Though he did seem a bit more shy than I would have suspected. He is very humble as well.
As Teddy mentioned in his post, not a single douchebag there. Everyone is polite and well mannered and no one was socially awkward.
I'm always apprehensive about meeting up with random people from the internet but one you meet everyone, you realize despite being from different places, having different back grounds, and being a wide variety of ages, we are all sick fukkin gamblers and that is enough in common to make you get along with, and enjoy spending time with, people who share your hobby.
All and all a great time and big thanks once again to Teddy for making it all happen. The food was obviously incredible and I highly recommend Prime as a top 5 place in Vegas to have a steak.
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