Wow, 20 people on solitaire!!!!

[Reginald Rutledge]

A year ago, we could not get 3 people to look at what's going on on the solitaire category! Today, we had 20 plus people on at once! That's big! Here's why...

While I am a strong advocate of competitive play, I am more so a stronger advocate of just playing period. As we approach the colder temperatures, people tend to stay in their homes. The frequency of wanting to go out and play in league games become somewhat difficult because of leaving the home, family priorities, and a series of other things.

There's nothing like being able to fire up that old board and get your game on, even if it's just between your own two teams and you as the solitaire player.

I had a former leaguemate tried to take a shot at me yesterday about playing alone. He told me, "Reg, some of us think you play alone now because you can't win anymore". As far from the truth as there is! Actually, it's quite funny! I told him "I play alone because don't have to put up with the BS. I can do more with the game alone than I ever could with the league. And more importantly, the competition level stays the same without the troubles".

So now, the interest in solitaire is in full swing. It will be interesting to watch the growth over time of guys who are inspired to play alone. The game is definitely fun and just as exciting as playing competition to me. So let's keep each other excited about solitaire and add to the energy and hype around it.

Reg