Hey! I think I am just the guy you are looking for.
As for writing, I am currently a full time writer and part time poker player. I have my own writing service at: thewordsmithink.com
I am also a writer for Bluehatmarketing, a large Canadian E-marketing company.
I write everything from blogs to landing pages. I also do some travel writing here and there, and help write CVs/resumes. I am sure I could help you out with whatever you needed.
As for poker, I was an online pro until black Friday
. I now live in Europe, but only play part time, mostly live cash but online a bit still.
Let me know if you are still on the look out.
-Kevin