the gameroom
------------ "Hey Alison, do you mean to say that you (who we presume to be a mature adult) like to play board games all the time?" Why yes I do. Board games are fun and challenging and, most importantly, a way to spend (beware cliche approaching) quality time with family and friends. And I am amazingly lucky to have a great husband and great friends to game with! If you are having trouble with this idea (I mean about the gaming, not about my having friends), follow the rulebook and all will become clear. ------------ [home]	how to play in the gameroom To get warmed up, start playing my super-fun and yummy animal cracker combat today. OK, you're ready to move on to something more serious. If you don't know about German-style boardgames, step out of the game room for a sec' and take a peek at this Introduction to the world of games beyond Trivial Pursuit and Monopoly (but be sure to come on back, ya hear!) Sound good?! Well, check out my faves and recommendations. Then see how much fun these games are by looking at my report and pictures from "The Gathering"! Come on already... just buy a copy of The Settlers of Catan, find two friends and give it a try. And if outdoor games are more your speed, check out Philosophers' Field right outside.