Competition

Every morning, the husband and I do the crossword puzzle together. Actually, we say "go" and we compete to see who can complete it faster. Just a sick little game that we enjoy.

I used to consider myself non-competitive. The crossword playground has convinced me otherwise. I like to win.

One of my girlfriends pushes me. Actually, she inspires me -- although, sometimes it's to stupidity. She's very athletic; I'm not. She's very controlled; I'm not. All she has to say is, "I'll do it if you'll do it." Something crossfires in my brain and I say, "ok!" One of these days, I'll win.

The oldies find these things charming and odd. I would place a bet that they've had a few competitions in their life. (She won!)