It was largely the same group that I previously played w here in Dallas. I noticed that pre-flop raises always drew grunts from the others. It seemed to be frowned upon, as it took away from the friendly atmosphere. I have always found this curious.
I am capable of playing something for fun, and I am capable of playing competitively. What I am not capable of doing is playing semi-competitively. If we are playing for money, then expect me to compete to the greatest of my ability. To frown upon pre-flop raises puts me in an unfamiliar territory of trying to win, without giving any sort of appearance that I am actually trying very hard. Odd.
Random thoughts from a lawyer, an accountant, a commodities trader, an ex-Marine and a WSOP Main Event money finisher that don't know as much as they wish they did...