I have learned many things since I have lived here. One of the most enjoyable skills has been learning how to play Texas Hold’em. When I was living with some other folks, they taught me how to play. Now we play about once week; it’s low key, fun and truly no pressure. No one talks work; we joke around and chat about current events. Everyone wants to win but the real goal is not to be the first one out.
Prior to coming here I had played once, maybe twice so I was a little apprehensive to join the game. Especially since the first night I played I was the only girl. But the guys were great and gave me a little cheat sheet of what cards beat what. Their support and encouragement ended when I won the first two nights I played. Especially the second night when on the final hand I went all in with a pair of nine’s. I wouldn’t always recommend that strategy but that night it worked for me.
Truly for the social aspect of life here, poker nights have provided me with something to look forward to. Those folks have become good friends and I am going to miss living there. However am grateful that I can still go over and play.
