The transition to being an organizer hasn't been smooth, not that I expected it to be.  A Magic event has a lot of moving parts and attention to detail is a vital component in ensuring that the players experience fun. The night before a tournament is quite different when seen through the eyes of an organizer.  Before as a player I would worry about my sideboard.  But nowadays I have to check that my venue is available and my players of sufficient number to fire off a tilt.

     It has been a thrill to learn to do these things well even as I miss the simply joys of rocking a homebrew and winning it all.  Sometimes I wonder if I should return to competitive Magic and leave the event management to those who can.  Then I remember that I am one of those who can devote time and energy to making my Magic pals happy to have a place to play and have lots of great people to sling spells with.

     So, I try a little harder at this new role because I love Magic and the friends I've met ever since I shuffled up them cards.  It's my way of showing gratitude for everything the game has done for me.  And I wouldn't mind doing this for the rest of my life.