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 I did say I was going to the badminton courts, as is our Saturday routine. Well, I’m happy to report that this weekend has been just great in terms of our play and attendance. Many of our usual, what do you call it, playmates, were there and it struck me that our group has become quite large. Gone were those days when we’re stuck at the cornermost court because nobody wants to play with us. Over the years since I started playing the sport a little more seriously than the just-for-fun types or those who are looking to burn some energy in place of the best cholesterol treatments, I’ve been to a few other courts aside from our designated “home”, and I’ve noticed that cliques are common in all of them. The more advanced players don’t normally play with beginners, and that’s aside from the groups created by divisions due to personal dramas and stuff. I’ve learned to understand all those and adapt to them. Maybe that’s why after almost 5 years, our badminton group has become like a small family outside of work and home. It’s definitely something nice to have.