Test your play
This week we've seen declarer's efforts to maintain trump control. Look at today's deal. How will South win eight tricks at two spades when West leads a diamond? In real...
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Try these fresh ways to set a beautiful table
Whether you're throwing a bridal shower, hosting a holiday party, or just want to make an evening meal more special, adding a little something extra to your table set-up will...
Steering column
"You know that bit of wisdom about a car?" a club player asked me. "The most unreliable part is the well-oiled nut behind the steering wheel. That describes how my...
Christ made the ultimate sacrifice for the sins of all
Q: I've been trying to read some in the Old Testament recently, and I'd like to ask you a question: Why don't we still do animal sacrifices, like the people...
Utter confidence
Cy the Cynic defines confidence as utter ignorance of the possibility of failure. That seems to fit the approach of today's declarer. East put up the king on the first...
Telling your troubles
I must admit that I get tired of hearing Unlucky Louie complain about his luck. But I'm not as jaded as Cy the Cynic. "Why tell your troubles?" Cy said...
Setting a goal
Like many players, Cy the Cynic is apt to proceed without a plan of play. "I'm hopeless at careful planning," Cy complains. "Every time I try to set a goal,...
God knows the sacrifices of veterans
Q: I've had two tours of military duty overseas (Iraq and Afghanistan). I'm out now, but I feel lost because I can't find a job and my family fell apart...
Freshen up your outdoor grill station for fall
With summer's heat giving way to cooler temps, this is the perfect time to refresh your outdoor kitchen or grill area. If your grill is showing the wear and tear...
With the holidays creeping near, get ready for guests
As the seasons change, the holidays loom -- and that means guests! When you welcome visitors with flair, both host and guest feel wonderful and enjoy their time together even...