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Charlie loved poker and played it all the time. It started as a casual gathering with his friends, but as his passion for the game grew, he began inviting random people he met along the way. Word got around, and soon enough, an eclectic mix of strangers started showing up to play.
Although the group was constantly changing with people coming and going, Charlie yearned for a more consistent and dedicated set of players. After a while, he finally managed to gather a core group that included Brett, his next-door neighbor; Todd, his co-worker; Cheri, his doctor; Sandra, the janitor at the local high school; and Joel, his best friend from college.
Poker nights with the group were always lively affairs. Charlie would deal the cards and the scent of smoke filled the room as everyone indulged in their vice of choice. Brett always brought the beer, Cheri brought the wine, Todd supplied the cigars, and janitor Sandra, rarely one to smoke or drink, brought the snacks. Joel, unfortunately, seemed to show up empty-handed most of the time.
As the games progressed, they would switch between different poker variants, but their favorite was Texas Hold 'em. Each game was intense and lasted for hours, with everyone taking turns winning and losing. The camaraderie among the players grew, but a problem started to emerge.
Joel's consistent lack of contribution began to irritate the group. They had all made an effort to bring something to enhance the experience, yet Joel seemed to take their generosity for granted. Frustration mounting, they decided to confront Joel and issued an ultimatum: "Bring something great next time, or you're out of the group."
The following week arrived, and it was poker night once again. Charlie dealt the cards, Brett brought the beer, Cheri brought the wine, Todd brought the cigars, and janitor Sandra arrived with her usual assortment of snacks. The group eagerly awaited Joel's arrival. When he finally entered the room, a cloud of curiosity hung in the air.
Grinning from ear to ear, Joel unveiled the biggest blunt any of them had ever seen! The room filled with a mixture of excitement and hesitation. The group, aside from janitor Sandra, eagerly partook in the shared indulgence.
They tried to coax Sandra into joining them and soon were chanting, "Do it! Do it! Do it!"
Interrupting the growing tension, Charlie's voice cut through the room, commanding everyone's attention. "Enough!" he shouted. "If Sandra smokes, I won't be able to pass out another card.”
His words hung in the air, silencing the room once again. A sigh escaped Charlie's lips, embarrassment evident on his face.
"I can't deal with high-maintenance women.”
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