Board game geeks

No offense to the rest of the gang, but we might be considered board game geeks - especially at Easter time. Luckily we were reinforced by a visit from my brother to raise the bar and add some cheer and fun to the holidays. On the menu this year: Monopoly, Risk, Cluedo Harry Potter edition, traditional Cluedo, more Risk, card games (the kids learned elementary Poker rules this year) and Little Miss M was thrilled when I found a game of Winnie the Pooh LUDO.

Simpsons Monopoly! Michael ruled and loved to win! He had a thrilling $ 37 million at the end of the game. This game has really changed since way back when I was growing up. No cash. Just credit cards. Hm.

Cluedo Harry Potter style was quite fun with new game play features and a moving Hogwarts game board!

Discover the secrets of Hogwarts in this version of the classic mystery game. Dark magic has been performed at Hogwarts. A fellow student has vanished from the famous School of Witchcraft and Wizardry—and it is up to you to solve the mysterious disappearance. Play as Harry, Ron, Hermione, Ginny, Luna or Neville and try to discover WHO did it, WHAT spell or item they used, and WHERE the student was attacked.

Was it Draco Malfoy with a Sleeping Draught in the Owlery? Move around Hogwarts making suggestions- but watch out. Wheels on the board actually move to reveal secret passages, hidden staircases, and even the Dark Mark. Think you’ve gathered all the facts you need? Go to Dumbledore’s office to make your final accusation to win the game.

The little board bear markers are popular. Melissa says: Bassje (bamse). It kind of sounds like she is saying Bæsje. I guess that could be compared to her saying Poop instead of Pooh.