Gemma looked at the cards in her hands as she played bid whist with her friends in the Bridge Club on Fifth Street. There were few events in her life more satisfying than "running a Boston" on her opponents. She lived for each time she and her partner won every hand. She would jump up... Continue Reading →
Every Child Should Play “Sorry!” It’s a Life Lesson!
Daily writing promptWhat's your favorite game (card, board, video, etc.)? Why?View all responses I loved the game Sorry! I played in the park's community center near where the last aunt who raised my sister and me lived. We did not have money for board games, so I went to the center every opportunity I could... Continue Reading →
The Better Poker Player
I figuratively rolled up my sleeves at the card table, ready to get down to business. The penny ante poker game usually was quite affordable, even for us college students. One of my favorites was Acey Deucey, where you were dealt two cards and bet on the likelihood the next card fell between them. Let’s... Continue Reading →
Help from Heaven 