Saturday, September 18, 2004

The Awful Truth

I've been keeping this a secret for some time and I feel like it's finally time to say it...I hate poker. And I've only been playing so I could just hang out with you guys more. Don't get me wrong, I value you all greatly as friends and enjoy your company, I just hate the game you all like to play all the time. If I'm going to spend money on a form of entertainment, I like a guarantee that I'm going to enjoy myself, not be bored and feel stupid for being inexperienced. Sorry, it's just not fun for me.

When it comes to hanging out with friends, I prefer watching a movie, tv, or simply talking over a nice dessert at a restaurant. The art of conversation and exchange of ideas are more enjoyable for me than throwing in little blips of conversation while betting and dealing cards. I'm even up for a game sometimes, just not the one racked with technicalities and constant attention.

Those are the facts. So from here on out, I probably won't be too hip to hanging out only to play poker. Don't feel the need to change your habits for my benefit, either. I'm not trying to start an anti-poker campaign by any account. I just thought I'd express how I feel.

That's it.

Questions? Comments?