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People Need to Play – CFFC

Dan Antion
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This week, Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge is concerned with things people play with. This might be a challenge, but I’m going to mine the archives to see what I can come up with.

“This week our topic is Things People Play With. Don’t forget this applies to both children and adults. I so hope you have some fun with this topic.”

We like to play Monopoly. Faith brought her National Parks Edition to play on Christmas. We suspended the game. I’m not winning, but I have a chance.
We only go down for one game, so we treat ourselves to club-level seats.
The party deck opens for lunch an hour before the game starts.
PNC Park is just about the best place ever to watch a baseball game.
Faith is organized. I keep my money in a pile.
The look of a good hockey game
A little early for kids.
More people – playing softball – on the field – in the park
Faith and I were trying to play Backgammon when Maddie decided her hand had a better use.
The ball fields were foggy, but there was no fog anywhere else.
I haven’t seen a puddle on the basketball court in a very long time.
“Yeah, yeah, we get it Faith. You got a hole-in-one. Excuse me while I make four more attempts to sink that black ball.”
OK, this was probably the trickiest shot I had. I needed to sink the Six, run the Cue forward and bank it back up beyond where it is starting.
Hartford is one of the sites for the 1st and 2nd round NCAA Basketball tournament.
I timed the shot well, but if you look close, the ball is entering the cather’s glove.
A couple of slow-movers, one moving crooked – quite a crew.
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84 responses to “People Need to Play – CFFC”

  1. bushboy Avatar
    bushboy

    Love the baseball park view and the proud hole in one :)

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad! Baseball parks are special places. Faith and I often enjoy a round of mini golf when traveling.

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  2. petespringerauthor Avatar
    petespringerauthor

    So you’re saying there’s a chance? (About the only line I can remember from the movie Dumb and Dumber.) I attribute all of my early practice with Monopoly for sharpening my math skills and ability to do mental math.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Haha – you have to stay optimistic. At least I didn’t choose a career in real estate.

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  3. Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread Avatar
    Judy@NewEnglandGardenAndThread

    I ‘always’ come in last in a game of Monopoly, but I do keep my money tidy. :-)

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’ve won a few games over the years. I switched us to Monopoly because I was tired of losing at Sorry.

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  4. Oddment Avatar
    Oddment

    Ah, miniature golf. Such memories of being unintentionally entertaining. I played by the rule the one with the most tries wins.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Haha – I like that! Plus, if you’re paying for the privilege of hitting the ball, you’re getting more for you money.

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    2. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
      Liz Gauffreau

      I like that rule!

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      1. Oddment Avatar
        Oddment

        Thank you! I played by the same kind of rule in tennis.

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        1. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
          Liz Gauffreau

          Works for me!

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  5. Rivergirl Avatar
    Rivergirl

    Your pile of Monopoly money makes me twitch. My real bills are lined up by denomination in my wallet so that’s just unacceptable!
    🤣

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      My real money is organized as yours is, but I work out of a heap in Monopoly. Periodically, my wife comes in and straightens it out. I’d rather keep my opponent guessing.

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      1. Rivergirl Avatar
        Rivergirl

        So there’s method to that mess.
        👍

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  6. GP Avatar
    GP

    You covered quite a few bases there, Dan. Great job!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks GP. Nice comment.

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  7. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
    Liz Gauffreau

    Your post makes me think I should dig out the old backgammon game. I wonder where it is . . .

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      We dig it out a few times a year. It brings out a competitive spirit the other games don’t.

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      1. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
        Liz Gauffreau

        Interesting! It’s been so long since I’ve played that I don’t remember.

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  8. Dale Avatar
    Dale

    My youngest loves Monopoly. We used to have game night with my sister and brother-in-law… I miss those days!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      We had a game day while on vacation a couple years ago. It rained all day, so we played in the hotel lounge that they use for breakfast. We brought dinner in and then added tequila to the mix. By the time we were onto Monopoly, it was quite late (or early).

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      1. Dale Avatar
        Dale

        That is so much fun!

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  9. Suzanne@PictureRetirement Avatar
    Suzanne@PictureRetirement

    We love games – Monopoly, Rumikube, Mahjongg. I have been learning Canasta online, but still haven’t worked up the courage to join our community group. The scoring is just nasty. Outdoor games are fun too – tennis, pickleball, hoops (Malcolm, not me) golf. Last week we were on Jekyll Island and they have a great little mini-golf course. Time well spent. I think games, of any kind, bring out the kid in us. It’s good to be silly once in a while.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’ve never played Canasta. I think you’re right about games bringing out the kid in us. We like to play when we have the time. Faith and I will almost always stop for a round of mini-golf.

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  10. Maggie Avatar
    Maggie

    Our grandson was obsessed with birds so we played a lot of Birdopoly over the years. I also love Backgammon and Scabble, but my children and my husband just do not enjoy board games.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I get whumped at Scrabble by my wife and daughter, but I can hold my own at Backgammon – until my wife goes into “put Dan on the bar” mode.

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      1. Maggie Avatar
        Maggie

        Watch out when the competitive hat goes on!

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          I know. All fair at the game table.

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  11. bikerchick57 Avatar
    bikerchick57

    I thought your power tools would be in the gallery, Dan. They are your playthings…right? 😉

    Have a great Monday and week!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Only some people mistake them for toys, Mary ;-)

      I like to promote the idea/illusion that they are tools that have paid for themselves over time.

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  12. Avatar
    Anonymous

    That’s a lot of games! Growing up, we played a lot of board games, Monopoly being the most popular. My money was neat as a pin, probably because I never had much of it! I never won. 🥴 We played cards too, like Gin Rummy, Canasta and Solitaire.

    Yayyy for Faith on her hole in one! And Maddie was no fool. Besides, she needed a closer look at the Backgammon board! Love the reflection of the basketball hoop.

    Have a great week Dan.

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    1. Murphy’s Law Avatar
      Murphy’s Law

      WP did it again….swiped my comment before I could hit “post comment”. Sigh…..
      Ginger

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      1. Dan Antion Avatar
        Dan Antion

        And tried to hide your real identity. Just when I thought I was going to win that mini-golf match, she dropped one in the hole for a 1.

        My money is never neat, but I rarely have enough for it to matter.

        You’re the second person to mention Canasta – hmmm.

        I hope you have a good week, Ginger.

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  13. circadianreflections Avatar
    circadianreflections

    You have lots of fun things people play in this set. The view from the ballfield is really nice. It reminds me of San Francisco’s newest ballfield. I have no idea what it’s called these days though.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      After every other Pittsburgh sports team going the wrong way, I’m excited about the Pirates this year. I’m sure we will end up in Pittsburgh for a game. I think play is important.

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      1. circadianreflections Avatar
        circadianreflections

        Me too! 😀 It keeps it young at heart, and healthy.

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  14. Teagan Riordain Geneviene Avatar
    Teagan Riordain Geneviene

    I encourage whimsy, Dan, and play goes hand in hand with whimsy. Great post. Hugs.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Teagan. I’m sure you’re witnessing plenty of play with those two new kitty-girls.

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  15. rugby843 Avatar
    rugby843

    Fun post!  My fam is really into games and u used to be too

    Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      They are fun!

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  16. willowdot21 Avatar
    willowdot21

    Great post great photos 👍👍💜

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Willow.

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  17. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
    Suzette Benjamin

    Great captures! Especially resonating is the drama you captured in the baseball diamond photo: the drama of the sky, the skyline, and the crowd juxtaposed against the serenity of the diamond. Really great photos all, Dan.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Suzette. I love that ball park. The view of the city and the river is so nice to look at.

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      1. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
        Suzette Benjamin

        Great capture! I enjoyed.

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  18. Cee Neuner Avatar
    Cee Neuner

    Marvelous photos Dan. I’m really like you Monopoly photo this week. It’s a classic that, but not one I ever play :D :D

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      We bring that out a few times each year, Cee. It’s hard not to get into it. I’m glad you liked the pictures.

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  19. lois Avatar
    lois

    Faith’s hole-in-one–yay, Faith! The photo of the swinger and catcher–perfect timing, Dan! I love shots like that.
    I would have to call a timeout in Monopoly to straighten out that money. When the bank hands bills to me like that, I want to say, “Stop. Let me fix it for you first.” 😆💲

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      My wife will fix mine from time to time (she isn’t even playing, but it makes her crazy). I gave her the money from the ATM – the way it came out – and I thought she was going to scream.

      The hole-in-one is a good photo, but it wasn’t a great moment for me. I did like the baseball capture – thanks.

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  20. JT Twissel Avatar
    JT Twissel

    We have friends who are avid board game players and they always wipe us out!! Well, me in particular. I agree – we rarely go to a ball game and when we do we always treat ourselves. Last time we lucked out and got to see Barry Bonds hit a home run – then we took the ferry home.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      That sounds like a great night at the ball park. We park on the far side of the city when we go to Pittsburgh, and take the riverboat to the game. It’s a great experience.

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  21. Mae Clair Avatar
    Mae Clair

    A hole in one in mini golf rules, LOL, and Maddie looks so relaxed in that photo. :)

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Faith made sure to let me know that she ruled during that round. Maddie loved Faith. She didn’t care what the event was, it was always “Faith came to see me.”

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  22. Paul Avatar
    Paul

    Nice collection of pics, Dan! Great to see a mix of board games, outdoor activities, and sports (especially baseball) in there.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Paul. I’m actually excited about baseball this year. The Pirates spend some money, and (so far) haven’t sold Reynolds.

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      1. Paul Avatar
        Paul

        Glad to hear it. I hope my Orioles and your Bucs have a good year!

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  23. John W. Howell Avatar
    John W. Howell

    Lots of games, Dan. I think you nailed the prompt.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks John. I’m sure you’ve played all of these.

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      1. John W. Howell Avatar
        John W. Howell

        Not the editions of Monopoly that you have but yes I have.

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  24. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
    D. Wallace Peach

    You had no problems finding images of play, Dan. I’m glad that’s part of your routine. Keeps us young. :-)

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I think you’re right, Diana.

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  25. quiall Avatar
    quiall

    All work and no play… all play and no work… Balance is the key.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      These days, I’m trying to balance the work I did for 42 years with the play I can do today.

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  26. Jennie Avatar
    Jennie

    Great choices, Dan. PNC Park looks like a wonderful place to see a ball game. Were you in the nosebleed section of the hockey game? Faith + Maddie = ❤️

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      We were in the last row at the top, Jennie. But, we only discovered that there was a game that day, so actually lucky to get tickets.

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      1. Jennie Avatar
        Jennie

        Yes, you were. How about those Bruins this year? Wow!

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          They are having an amazing year. I’m not a fan, but I can acknowledge that fact.

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          1. Jennie Avatar
            Jennie

            👍

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  27. sustainabilitea Avatar
    sustainabilitea

    Love the hockey rink but you might have guessed that. How did Maddie do? 😁. I think the National Parks Monopoly games would be fun.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      There’s nothing like watching hockey live. Maddie/Faith won.

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  28. hilarymb Avatar
    hilarymb

    Hi Dan – we were lucky being brought up playing all those kids’ games that lead on to more sophisticated ones … means we can join in with other friends and families. We were also outside kids too … I’m not sure what I’d do about video-games … but I’m fascinated that Faith was able to teach Maddie how to play backgammon! Anything that brings people together to enjoy themselves … laugh and chit-chatter … fun to read about – cheers Hilary

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Being sent outside to play led to some of the happiest days of my life, Hilary. We have a couple of houses on our street where the kids play outside. I always smile when I see them. I don’t think I would have enjoyed video games. It’s hard to say, of course, but even when watching TV as a child, I liked to be playing with something on the living room floor.

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  29. dweezer19 Avatar
    dweezer19

    Sorry so late Dan. We have no power for 36 hours. They got it all hooked back up at 3:30 am today. I love to play games and all my boys do as well. All my life I’ve played Monopoly and many a game was carried over. Especially with fewer participants. I know Maddie was grateful for that preferential treatment. Saturday mornings were game days after cartoons and cereal. Hungry Hungry Hippos, Snakes in the Grass, Sorry, Clue, Trouble, Mystery Date and always we had Chinese Checkers. Jacks! I have a set of Jacks with me here. 😉

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks for visiting and commenting Cheryl. I’m glad you finally got your electricity back. All of those games bring back wonderful memories. Well, except for Jacks. My last memory of Jacks is stepping on one.

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      1. dweezer19 Avatar
        dweezer19

        Ouch!

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  30. Timelesslady Avatar
    Timelesslady

    I used to play Monopoly all the time as a child…so much fun.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I remember playing them as a kid and introducing them to our daughter.

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  31. wrookieschu Avatar
    wrookieschu

    I do love Monopoly and have never played backgammon. The baseball ground looks amazing, I would love to see a game one day, although I wouldn’t have a clue about the rules haha.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Backgammon can become addictive. Baseball is a slow game, but the experience in the park is special.

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      1. wrookieschu Avatar
        wrookieschu

        I’d say so, one day it will happen that I watch a game 😊

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  32. Kirt D Tisdale Avatar
    Kirt D Tisdale

    Great job with all of the things people play!! Love it!!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Kirt! This brought back some nice memories.

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  33. robertawrites235681907 Avatar
    robertawrites235681907

    The pictures with Faith are especially lovely, Dan.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Robbie.

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