Back running again. Easing into it with run/walk until I get better for endurance. 12 weeks to the 15km mountain race. Going to do that again. My time last year 1hr 56 minutes. Aiming to smash that time.

Back from a weekend of poker. The highlight being 200 euro 250k gtd. The Monster. Pool swelled to 324k. Finished 174th for 500, was in for 400. Top prize was 52k. Through my connection, got staked 40% in the 500. Finished 25th when 12 paid. The monster stack. Made a straight flush, insane rush of cards. Finished 30th when 21 paid. Overall -2 buyins. Close in all the events I played, on form. Results will come.

Just completed the mould for my Dentures. Series of appointments takes me into July. Nervous tingling and excitement there. Did leave off taste in my mouth, silicone mould. Long looking forward to being able to smile with my mouth open, take a bite of food, enjoy life. Being back to normal. And putting my Bitcoin to good use. A pretty penny the full cost. Got an estimate, so not putting any weight on that. Been years and years in the waiting.

Slight delay on starting the Dentures. Got a call from the dentist yesterday morning to cancel. Fell ill. Should be grand to go back tomorrow after two days rest for the dentist. Ahhhh, waiting on that "bite" of a burger. Waiting on that "bite" of a burrito. Will complete the overhaul of my life. Clear mind Reformed gambler Financially stable

For all those that are following me and followed my story. Quick overview is in the bio. Time has now arrived. On Tuesday I visit the dentist to start the procedure for Dentures. First the mould, second the receiving and fitting of them. Lightbulb moment. Years and years of not been able to chew. Years and years of being in my shell. Years and years of pain and mental health problems. All going to go away. Finally I can unleash the new and reborn me. The new me.

Last game cards up in 30 minutes. The mini main. 20 min clock, basically a turbo. Bullet no. 2

If your looking for a steak and grill restaurant to recommend in Dublin, it is : Marco Pierre White Courtyard

Enjoying a salmon starter, steak main with wine.

My last day at the Poker festival today. Satellite for the Main didn't work out. Down to my last game, got several hours off to chill, then back at it.

This is the aim at the end of the day. TV Stage And for the Final Table

And the party has started. Handed free drinks voucher as part of the promotion. Off to good start

Can't even get the whole scene in one go, huge screen..

My god , just had Italian dessert. Sugary, usually something I avoid due to being mostly carnivore. Simply divine - hmmm

Had something to eat that I avoid due to my situation of no teeth. Italian restaurant Pizza. Delicious.

I had a great start, then lost a lot of pots. Typical tournament. Sometimes it goes like that. Now to enjoy.

First event, blind vs black and, getting run over. Decided to call. And trips vs higher trips. Cooler bust, that's fine. I was short at 10BB.

Been quite a while since I was and in this area of Dublin..... Swanky

First event over, back tomorrow for another go. Evening off to enjoy the poker craic area, or some pub...

The buyin I'm aiming for is the Mini Irish Open 250 euro, 1M GTD. Need hella lot of luck for that one. Time to play well run good.

And of course the final day of the Irish Poker Open is 6th April. I have Dentures mould appointment early 7th April. Life changing moment.