Don'T Pass Line

They collect winnings when the point is missed.
Some can consider them a bit of a specialist.
To most players at the table, they are pessimistic.
Those going with the shooter are optimistic
Here at each craps table in this gambling joint,
the shooter and most players are hoping for a point.
When the point is four, five, six, eight, nine, or ten,
in order to win, that number must be rolled again
A seven is wonderful when the come out is rolled.
However, a seven before the point and the table goes cold.
If the shooter throws the seven, his wagers are lost.
A seven out usually occurs at a high cost.
Don’t Pass Line bets are what the don’t betters choose.
It is their belief that the dice roller will lose.
With the shooter’s ability, there is room for doubt.
This is what makes them hope for a seven out.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Knop Avatar
February 22, 2011 at 8:22 AM
Thanks Bob for your clarification of that game! And thank you for your kind comment on my "Purim" Tanka...All the best, Gert
Dietrich Avatar
February 22, 2011 at 7:28 AM
gosh, robert, you could do a gambler's poetry chapbook with so many like these. Thanks for your comments as always. LUv, Andrea
Knop Avatar
February 22, 2011 at 5:52 AM
Interesting card game, Bob! What is it called? Well written! Enjoyed the read!...Gert
Reid-Hansen Avatar
February 22, 2011 at 2:29 AM
Well can I give you a 7 for this one??? =0) great rhyme
Culverhouse Avatar
February 21, 2011 at 7:05 PM
never have played that game. interesting rules.
Dufresne Avatar
February 21, 2011 at 3:52 PM
never could figure out that game. Exciting to watch though . This poetic explanation is well done although I'm a hands on type of learner and that could cost big bucks.
Olsen Avatar
February 21, 2011 at 2:07 PM
This is really cool!!!!!!!
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