The game of Mahjong has been part of our family for a long time.
Ever since I was a little kid, I could hear the noise of the tiles hitting each other when they were shuffled together, the occasional abrupt pong, and the animated chatter of the players.
Mahjong is one of our parents' favorite activities. They would play occasionally throughout the year whenever they could find players.
No Chinese New Years' celebration is complete without a game of mahjong. It was as customary as the reunion dinner itself for our family. For those who enjoy the game, it was another highlight to look forward to.
After dad's passing, the game became a weekly affair when all available siblings and relatives would gather and play the game at mum's place to keep her occupied and stave off dementia. It made mum happy as the family was together again.
Besides its social benefit, it also helps mum to stay mentally alert and stave off the onset of dementia.
With have definitely seen the benefits of the game and how it can help bring people and family together.
With the right attitude towards the game and adopting some best practices, the inexpensive game of Mahjong definitely has its benefits, especially during this Covid period when it is best to stay at home or be indoors.
We strongly encourage everyone to pick up the game and have a great bonding session.
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