(Almost) ready to return

The time away has been good for me. I've been able to clear my head a little and develop new perspectives on poker, on the business of poker and the government's attack on poker. I've also had the chance to reevaluate exactly what place I would like occupy in this 52-card microcosm.

Unfortunately, all that will have to wait, as work beckons. However, I should be back soon. Until then, I will leave you with a look at the poker stories in today's news.