Passing Time

My friends and I have been roommates for a few years now. After graduating from college, we have all decided to move to an apartment together since we already knew each other and trust one another. We have been friends ever since high school and we have not stopped being friends since then. We know [...]

Best Buddy

One of the most frequently-asked questions among celebrities is “What item in your bag can’t you live without?” Most of them would answer: my cellular phone, my lipstick, my hairbrush, etc. But wait till you ask somebody who frequents the poker circle. I am sure that the item in his pocket or bag that [...]

How to Put your Playing Cards to Good Use

I have this mini collection of playing cards. I call it a collection even if it is only a few pieces because it is certainly more than I can use. I never had the intention of starting a collection; it just happened. You know, like when you are traveling somewhere and you feel the need [...]

Estimating the Odds

One of the most confusing things to comprehend for beginning players is the concept of odds. When you watch poker on TV the odds are displayed in the corner, making it easy to discern who is ahead and how likely they are to win. During a real game when the poker cards are in your [...]