This short story is from <Feel Better Compilation of Short Stories for Seniors> by Bradley Windrow. It is perfect for seniors, even for dementia patients. Be sure to read until the end, as there’s a special gift waiting for you! hope you enjoy it!
Play is the highest form of research. –Albert Einstein
The Bingo Bonanza night at the retirement home was always a highlight. This time, the prize was a brand-new karaoke machine, and everyone was buzzing with excitement. Marcy, known for her competitive streak and sneaky tactics, was determined to win.
“That karaoke machine is mine,” she muttered to herself, slipping a couple of extra bingo cards into her bag and coming up with a plan to guarantee her victory.
As the game began, Marcy put her scheme into action. She had hidden extra bingo cards under her sweater and was subtly swapping bingo balls when no one was looking. Occasionally, she’d let out fake shouts or drop items to distract the other players.
“B-12,” called out Mr. Thompson, the night’s bingo caller.
“Bingo!” Marcy shouted, only to quickly correct herself. “Oh, wait, never mind,” she added, smirking as the other players grumbled and refocused.
Marcy’s antics didn’t go unnoticed. The other seniors, including Edith, Tom, Betty, and George, started whispering among themselves, sharing knowing glances. They were tired of Marcy’s tricks and decided it was time to teach her a lesson.
“I think it’s time we turn the tables on Marcy,” Edith whispered to Tom.
“Agreed,” Tom replied with a conspiratorial grin.
The seniors came up with a clever plan to expose Marcy’s cheating. They enlisted the help of Mr. Thompson, who was more than happy to join in. During the break, they prepared a fake karaoke machine filled with funny items like rubber chickens, fake microphones, and a note revealing Marcy’s trickery. As the game resumed, the seniors exchanged sly smiles. Marcy, unaware of the plot, continued her sneaky tactics with even more confidence.
Finally, Marcy called out, “Bingo!” For real this time. She rushed to the front to claim her prize, her eyes gleaming with anticipation.
“I won! I knew I’d do it!” she exclaimed, beaming.
Mr. Thompson handed her the fake karaoke machine with a twinkle in his eye. Marcy quickly tore open the box, only to be greeted by the ridiculous contents and the note that read:
Caught you, Marcy! No more cheating!
The room exploded with laughter, and Marcy stood there, her face a mix of shock and amusement. The realization of her exposure and the hilarity of the situation slowly dawned on her.
“You got me good!” Marcy admitted, laughing along. “I guess I deserved that.”
With the ice broken and the mood lifted, the real karaoke machine was brought out. The seniors took turns singing their favorite songs, their voices filling the room with joy and camaraderie. Marcy, now a good sport, even performed a spirited rendition of “I Will Survive,” much to everyone’s delight.
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