I've played D&D since I was 10,
that was 25 years ago (1978)
I probably have over $1000 worth of books & references.
I've been collecting Dragon magazine since the start.
I just got back into it with a wonderful group,
and low & behold, I'm a player (no DMing, what a concept)
It's D&D 3rd ed. and I have a great character
A Wemic (like a centaur but half-lion)
Cleric/Sorcerer (8/8)
and I grew him from zip. (excellent character development)
I've also played BattleTech, Traveler, Twight2000, Mage and Paranoia
I've come a long way, baby.