As I walked into the room, I could feel a mix of excitement and tension in the air. I looked down at my packet and briefly scanned the room. I walked briskly to my seat while simultaneously taking long and deep breaths to try and relax.
After what seemed like forever, the announcements began. I looked down at my card and up at the big screen to make sure I checked off all the boxes. Now, it is just a waiting game. I know my number will be called soon enough.
With each word spoken by our fearless leader, my heart begins to beat out of my chest. I await that elated feeling that will inevitably wash over me soon.
It’s just a matter of time. I must be patient.
And then, I heard it from across the room, and my heart sank.
BINGO! 🙂
Ten games. Zero wins, but had a blast! Thanks, ladies!
Lily Leung
January 23, 2020 at 8:00 pm (5 years ago)I haven’t played for ages and ages. A fun post. Had me going. I was waiting for something juicy. 🙂 I love the name of your blog -life without a manual. Reminds of me Anne Lamott.
Elisa Heisman
January 24, 2020 at 1:44 pm (5 years ago)Thanks so much for the compliment about my blog name. It took a long time to come up with it. I am in a writing group, and my peers helped me come up with it.
Kemkem
January 23, 2020 at 12:49 pm (5 years ago)Good on you for playing. Glad you had fun. That’s one game l have never tried :-).
Julie JordanScott
January 23, 2020 at 11:42 am (5 years ago)What a fun post. Your writing is so descriptive I felt like I was right there with you. Hooray for victory!
Elisa Heisman
January 23, 2020 at 11:45 am (5 years ago)Thanks, Julie! I appreciate it. I thought I’d try something different today.