Bad Magic play

I'm a really bad Magic: The Gathering player. I just don't have the patience to analyze all the possibilities and determine the best plays. I've let Mike play most of my games lately just so my record doesn't look so bad(and so he can win me some prizes). I've also been busy at work, so I haven't had time to play much either, but even practice doesn't make me a better player. I think I might give up on the game(again). Like a lot of sports, it's only fun while you're learning and improving. After you plateau you lose interest and it is no longer fun.