Cards

Do you like to play cards? I love it! It's such a nice way to pass the time on these cold winter days, and most card games do not take a ton of thinking. I have a few favorites to play, and have been trying to teach my new in-law family some of them. Unfortunately, only a few are interested in playing cards. =( Oh well. For those who learn to play, it's fun to teach them, and fun to have them ask to play again.

I recently taught my sister-in-law (SN), niece (HS), and nephew (ZS) to play Hand & Foot. I learned this from a very good friend of mine in the cities (KA). She taught me how to play, and we used to go to her aunt's house for homemade pizza and cards. I've also taught AM and DM how to play. The differences between all of these people is fun. AM and DM like to play nice - making sure everyone has a chance to play lots of cards and get lots of points. Games with them take a long time, which is fun because we thoroughly enjoy our time. Playing with KA and her aunt - there is no mercy. If you don't play your cards right, you will get hosed. It's frustratingly awesome! So, I have taught SN, HS, and ZS how to play in a cutthroat way as well. It's good fun. Well...only when I'm winning, I guess. =) Just ask HS... there is harsh retribution when I get stuck in my hand, and there is a red three in my foot.

Anyone interested in learning to play Hand & Foot, I'll be happy to show you (or tell you somehow if you are far away). A word of warning - Hand & Foot can be a time consuming game...Be prepared to spend an hour to three hours playing, depending on how you play. Enjoy!

Love and peace
Denise