Why Youth Bridge?

I've been involved with teaching and organizing Youth Bridge for over 5 years now and the most asked question I still recieve is "Why are you involved in Bridge for Kids?".

The answer is easy. I've played bridge since I was 11 years old (now 54) and bridge has been a large part of my life. It is as fascinating to me now as it was then and I've never quit learning the game. Bridge never grows old.

It was a link between my parents and myself; even during those teenage years when it's almost impossible to find anything to talk to your parents about. It was an outlet when I went to college to meet new people. It was a source for a group of friends and companions as I moved to new cities. I met both of my husbands at bridge. I presently earn a living teaching bridge to adults.

I can't think of any better gift I can give to today's children than to offer them the chance to learn and play bridge!

I hope that over the next few days I can make a case for others to pursue learning bridge for their children and grandchildren and ....who knows....for those young at heart....to pick up bridge for themselves.