Weak two bids in rubber bridge lead to high stakes
In this rubber bridge analysis from Cedar Rapids, East opens with a takeout double after a two spade bid, West passes to a penalty. East-West reach 500 points plus 100 honors for a 600 total, while North-South risked more by chasing a single game.
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Faith in soap and kids restored
Erma Bombeck reflects on parenting missteps and a renewed faith as her children recall kindnesses. She recalls diet myths, tidy habits, and the shift from handwritten notes to phone calls. The family humor ends with a hopeful Mother's Day moment and regained confidence.
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