U is for UNO!!
“UNO", I exclaim as I play my next to last card. “Somebody better change it!” I warn. Everyone plays their turn and then I play my last card and win the hand. The points are tallied, the cards dealt, and another hand is played out.
I could not wait for my children to grow old enough to play “UNO”. It was one of the first games I taught them. As we played daily, their enthusiasm soon matched my own. In the process they learned colors, numbers, and how to win and gracefully lose always looking forward to the next game. Originally created by Merle Robbins in 1971, UNO became well known, well loved, and a product distributed by Mattel since 1992. Over the years many variations have been created around popular characters. In recent years my kids and I have collected several variations including Harry Potter UNO, Disney Princess UNO, and Spiderman UNO. Of the many we have gathered the Harry Potter version is my favorite. That particular edition contains a special Voldermort card that when played allows the player who holds it to play all of their Harry Potter cards after it. That can make for a quick hand if you have a lot of Harry Potter cards populating your hand.
When the weather grows warm, the kids and I retreat out to our camper parked beside the house and play games with UNO topping the list. It is our personal haven, clubhouse, and retreat. Last summer we
decided to add an even bigger twist and mix the specialty decks together playing out all their special cards as each game specified. It was a blast! It is a great game for the whole family to enjoy together with simple enough rules that even your youngest can participate and enjoy.
I was given Uno in the mid-70s but I had no idea how to play and wasn't big on reading the instructions or games. My parents didn't like to play games and I had no siblings. But as an adult I played with some friends that taught me, a couple times, in the late 80s and had a lot of fun. Still no idea how to play though.
ReplyDeleteJoJo, my folks loved to play games...especially my dad. When he came home he often played games with me and my mom. When I grew up and had my own place my dad would often come over to play cards with me. I really miss that. Thank you for stopping by to read and for your kind comments.
DeleteOh how fun! I love that you have your own clubhouse:))
ReplyDeleteTayla, it really has become that. As soon as the weather is warm enough the kids and I love spending the night. It is fun to escape to there for a game or to read while the kids do their own thing. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments.
DeleteAwesome! I have never known how to play UNO. It looks interesting and fun to play. I should give it a try sometime!
ReplyDeleteMike, you should. There are enough variations out there you are sure to find one that you are interested in. If not, the classic version is great too. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments!
DeleteNever played this game so it was interesting to read about, Kathy. What special family memories you are making for your kids!
ReplyDeleteWritercat59, I try to make an effort to do fun things with them, stuff they will remember. I am big on traditions and doing special stuff. It is the little things that matter most I think. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments!
DeleteI haven't played Uno in years, but I remember it being fun.
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Joyce, it can be a lot of fun. I have to be in the mood for it and then it is a blast. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments!
DeleteI had a caravan as a den, loved it, thanks for reminding me of happy times. I enjoy board games but never played uno and now I so want, to you made it sound fun, good job.
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Maggie, it is a lot of fun. I also love board games but enjoy card games a little more because they aren't as involved. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments!
DeleteI never played this game, sounds like fun.
ReplyDeleteEvalina, you must try it. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments!
DeleteI love playing Uno. We have taught all our kids and grandkids to play Uno, it's a great game to start the youngsters on. Great fun.
ReplyDeleteSally, I agree. It is the best! Thank you for stopping by to read and for your kind comments!
DeleteWe used to play UNO years ago. Might try it again with our grandchildren.
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Rob-bear, they would LOVE it and think you were the hippest grandparents agoing. Thank you for stopping by to read and for your kind comments!
DeleteThis brought back memories! We used to play Uno when my daughters were younger, especially on wet evenings in our caravan in the Lake District.
ReplyDeletePaula, I remember you writing about your memories in the Lake District in your caravan. Oh what fun you must have had very reminiscent to the memories I have. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments!
DeleteI am an Uno champion. And it kills my husband. I always win and I'm absolutely vicious about it. Great post!
ReplyDeleteKatie, my dad was always vicious about it. He would slam his cards down on the table. It was funny. He played to win and taught me to do the same. I am so pleased you enjoyed my post. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments!
Deletei have never played UNO! i will have to look into it... :)
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