December 30, 2013
We play games as though
they mean something. Banana Grams, Heads Up, Sorry!, Apples to Apples, Monopoly
are real life, in the moment of rolling the dice, choosing the card, moving the
piece across the colorful board, scowling at someone else's luck. Competitive
gents rush to choose viable teammates to gain the prize and chalk-up another
mark opposite of the LOSERS. Eventually, spirits sag and the one with the least
amount of wins, leaves the table for another cocktail, a much-needed restroom
break or a toss of the arms and declaration of giving-in.
Conversation turns to
terrible weather, traffic accidents, breaking news, hilarious work situations,
devastating family circumstances, tumultuous neighbor relations,
heart-wrenching health issues, banal home news, or disastrous sporting event
outcomes. Current travel plans are discussed at length and outrageous past
experiences come into play. A gathering of long-time friends is precious and
should be “order of the day” for each week of the New Year. Ecstatic to be
included.
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