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Bower50 - 02.01.2017, 01:16
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January Poker Thinking Contest
Presented by BowerCrush
How to Create an Amiable Home Poker Game Atmosphere
Sometimes we get caught up in the money.
Sure, you can win money playing poker, but more than anything, it’s a really fun game to play.
Combine poker with friends, and you can get a really enjoyable experience. However, there are some things you should keep in mind if you want to avoid any heated arguments and keep the mood light.
1. Keep the Buy-in Small
Playing for money is part of the thrill of poker, but if the buy-in is too big, players will fear scared of losing and it will ruin the whole night.
There’s no set amount for a buy-in, but it should be a small enough amount for you and anyone coming to the game that it’s not a big deal if someone loses, even if they do more many nights in a row.
For some groups, this might be $5, while for others, it might be $100. Find an amount that’s exciting, but not crazy.
2. Keep the Focus on Poker, Not Other Distractions
By all means, talk about anything at the table, but be at the table.
What often happens is that as the game goes on, players drop out and go watch TV or play video games while the poker is still ongoing. It makes it hard to focus on the poker and it loses some of its excitement when it seems like not everyone cares.
3. Have Some Table Rules
While the purpose of the night is for everyone to have fun, you need some rules to make sure that happens.
You don’t need to be overly strict, but before you start the game, agree on some simple rules. I recommend:
When someone has a tough decision, quiet down
No phones at the table
No crazy bets (adding cash from wallets)
4. Pick Smart Snacks
It’s hard to have fun when everyone’s hungry. But no one wants oily cards and poker chips, so don’t put out potato chips or chicken wings. Stick to foods like veggies and dip, or classic snacks like trail mix or bridge mix.
Alternatively take a break after a while and chow down on pizza or wings. You can leave the smaller snacks on the table.
A weekly poker night will likely end up being the highlight of your weeks, and one of your fondest memories. Take the precautions in this post to heart and you’ll make sure there’s no major problems.
Everyone posting will be in a random draw for 2 x $3 in prizes.
Bower50 - 04.01.2017, 17:49
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We need a few more members responding or we may lose this contest.Let's go people.Good Luck all !!
win4maw - 04.01.2017, 18:19
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Well I use to play at home and grew up with my older brother and his friends playing around the dining room table --- But have not done that for years. Appreciate the info.
kaska321 - 05.01.2017, 03:37
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I did not play poker ever, I did play other cards games ( Bridge) with my brothers. We did play for fun only, but it was very serious always, we fought and cheat and have fun overall. Sometimes we played all night , it was more interesting then watching movies for sure :-)
crzynana2001 - 05.01.2017, 03:58
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my father held games of draw poker..... penny ante .... nickle limit.... we would all sit and play for hours...... great times then.
dlg74 - 05.01.2017, 05:22
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Sounds like a fun Friday night and one way to stay out of trouble!
anneandalan - 08.01.2017, 18:55
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We just went to our friends house last week for a poker game...they must have read your mind! and it was fun.
shirlsplay - 12.01.2017, 02:24
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I use to play poker with my brother. we would make up our own games. it was so much fun. games like no peek , roll your own. we would spend the hole night playing til early morning after the sun was up. 
josie46 - 17.01.2017, 20:04
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i remember when my dad and uncle would playwith another man . the six of them played at each others house , the women would all cook, and the men would eat on break, that was their pk nite, ty josie46
MLJ774 - 18.01.2017, 12:59
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I REMEMBER, WHEN I WAS A CHILD, EVERY WEEKEND MY PARENTS AND THEIR FRIENDS WOULD TAKE TURNS HOSTING CARD PARTIES AT THEIR
HOMES. THERE WOULD BE FOOD AND DRINKS FOR SALE , MUSIC PLAYING
A GOOD TIME BEING HAD BY ALL ,MORE FOR FUN THEN PROFIT BUT THESE FOLKS WOULD PLAY POKER AND OTHER CARD GAMES WELL INTO THE EARLY DAWN. WE KIDS LOVED IT, WHEN IT OUR PARENTS TURN TO HOST LOL
r8er4ever - 19.01.2017, 21:22
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I grew up with my parents playing cards with there friends. some good times.
gjr1961 - 20.01.2017, 03:26
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Excellent information!! Thank you very much. I won't be having a party in the near future...I will have to jot down notes for the next time I do. 
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