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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Quickbeam" data-source="post: 2616679" data-attributes="member: 635">The past conversations I've had with T-Bill and Crothian convinced me not to volunteer as a candidate for ENnies Judge last year.  The sheer volume of time required to provide a worthwhile effort on behalf of the community, the publishers, and the awards themselves is astounding, and I simply did not have that kind of time last year.This year I not only have a more flexible work schedule, but several other factors have convinced me to give it another go round:1) The earlier selection process  + direct publisher shipping = an increase in time for product evaluation.2) I've got a chunk of vacation and personal time stockpiled (using Crothian's model for crunch time).3) I've assumed different, somewhat less demanding, roles within other local organizations so that I have more time than ever to devote to EN World and gaming in general.FWIW, I think that everyone associated with the ENnies has done a fantastic job throughout the years, and the continued adjustments made to enhance the process only reaffirm your collective dedication and sincerity.  I hope that I'm fortunate enough to be among the five chosen Judges this year!  BTW...thanks for the kind words of support JD and Jaws.</blockquote>