This afternoon my oldest daughter and I took part in a timeless tradition that perhaps you remember from your own childhood. What am I talking about? An UNO championship of course! Those little squares of card stock that can turn the most innocent individual into a foaming fiend! (Alright, maybe I'm exaggerating just a little.)Whether you play with waterproof cards on a break at the pool or with all your siblings around the kitchen table, UNO is the perfect family game. You can be merciful to someone by holding onto a "evil" Draw Four card or play, "no holds bared" and squish everyone like bugs!
I've played the game both ways and I must admit, that playing, "for blood" is the most fun although, kindness does have its place from time to time. (For example, if you are playing UNO with Pooh bear cards, it is not o.k. to make your five year old niece cry just so you can win!)
Although you may need to, "take one for the team", when passing on the love of the game, think of it as doing your part to prevent future juvenile delinquents. (Don't roll your eyes, hear me out.) After all, to play the game you must learn the rules. Just like in life, the consequences of cheating are often swift and dire. So, very quickly children learn to play fair and I think we can all agree that this is good.
However teaching fairness is not all UNO has to offer! Beyond just teaching rules, UNO gives an outlet for teen angst. What teen wouldn't enjoy gleefully smacking two "Draw Fours" and a "Skip" on the pile and smiling sweetly at their parent? Finally there is a harmless way to allow adolescents have the upper hand without horrible repercussions!
So, do your part to help America!
Find a deck and at least one kid to play with.
The next generation will be better off.
I'm willing to bet you'll also have a wonderful time!
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