The odes, oddities, and O Deities of a world traveler

Canasta

Type: a rummy game Objective: Be the highest above 7,500 points Players: 2+ Partners: if four players, across. If three players, whoever did not pick up the discard pile first are partners and split score against the one person who picked up the discard pile. Decks: 2 Rounds: multiple Jokers: yes Wilds: 2’s and Jokers…
Did You Know: French Wands

the French word for wand is baguette?
Ode to the Feeling of 24-28 Degrees

24 to 28 degrees is the perfect temperature range. Room temperature is right in the middle of this range (27), and it is not too hot and not too cold. These temperatures make activity easy and fun. You need not warm up or cool down. You feel good while outside and can open the windows…
Did you know: Speeding Eagles

eagles soar faster than cars on a highway?
Sevens

Type: a solitaire game Objective: Get out of cards first. Players: 3+ Partners: No Decks: 1 Rounds: 1 Jokers: No Wilds: no Aces: Always low Point system: none Deal all cards. If there are extra cards at the end, set them aside, face up, and place them as they become relevant. (When do they…
Did you know: Creosote Roots

Creosote bushes can have roots over 1000 feet long?
In Which Je Me Suis Perdu

Before traveling to a country that spoke a language I didn’t in Europe, I would pull out my trusty European Phrasebook in 14 languages my brother had given me and learn a few useful phrases like “I would like a ticket to______.”, “Where is the bathroom.” , And “I am looking for______.” While preparing for…
Did you know: Change

the average temperature of Phoenix has gone up over 7 degrees Celsius from its expansion?