B3

Every night I play a few games of Bingo to relax me before I settle in. Now, anyone who has actually played bingo with me knows that this is the opposite of what happens to me when I play. I get riled up and flustered pretty easily. My face gets red. My heart races. Anxiety sets in as I wait for my numbers to be called. 

So why then does playing before bed calm me down? 

Looking back at my childhood, I have countless memories that pertain to bingo. Whether it was family game night, where we played for nickels and quarters and took turns cranking the wheel, or it was going to watch my mom play bingo at local churches, bingo played an important part in my life. Danny's nickname is even B3! That's mostly because it annoyed him and me being the great big sister that I am couldn't resist the chance to annoy. 

So I guess it makes sense that happy memories from days of yonder would have a peaceful, calming affect on me. 

I still get pretty pissed though when I don't win.