Schnapsen Log Archives
Columns for March, 2013
To the Brave Go the Spoils
Martin Tompa
March 7, 2013
A warm fire, a piece of Linzertorte, coffee capped with whipped cream, a good friend across the table, and cards. Does life get any better?
“Hey, daydreamer,” Peter interrupts your pleasant thoughts. “It’s your lead.” You look down and recall the position you’re in…
A Multitude of Options
Martin Tompa
March 12, 2013
Back by the roaring fire in the Café Abeles, you’re on to the next deal. Your last desperation play didn’t succeed, as you might have expected. Your good buddy Peter won 2 game points and is now just 1 game point from winning….
How Much Do You Trust to Chance?
Martin Tompa
March 27, 2013
The battle with your buddy Peter continues. It would be arduous if it weren’t for the Café Abeles’s good supply of coffee and cake….