On-line is definitely safer in this pandemic, but it will never replace the atmosphere and excitement of a live game. Being part of the local Poker scene in our town I got to know quite a few other players, some of them have played in some huge tourneys in Europe and some even played in Vegas, so to play against them, and sometimes beat them, gives me a great feeling of accomplishment.
Knowing that I can hold my head up in any arena is always a great feeling. I will probably never get to play in some of the bigger tourneys as my Passport is now lapsed and I do not want to replace it at my age, Been there and got the T-shirt is probably the best way I can describe Foreign Travel.
Also my health is not so good, but I do love a good game of Poker, for you younger players out there I would say go for your dreams, but keep it real.
When the fun Stops, STOP!