I agree with every reply - the guys/gals who can stick-around betting are the ones to listen too. As you can see, it is a grind - but more of a labor of love I would think for many of us.
It definitely is a grind. I remember 1 point this season I was up around 10k because of 1 hit parlay, and since then I've been missing in only 1 or 2 in my 7teamers. I hate that feeling, but you eventually get used to it if you have a goal.