Spades is like poker without the chance of losing one of your kidneys to the mob. What are you, a pussy?
Sure, but think about it long term, you've gotta a 50% chance of winning ahand before its dealt. You're kidneys extends your life by 100% That means you doube you're chance of longevity for winning a hand of poker. Pretty soon you'll be immortal not have to worry about church.
I really like Spades! I don't have any card-playing friends here, which sorta sucks. Used to play loads when I lived in Dallas, mostly Spades and Oh Shit.
I'm a Championship Spades player! I can even read my Computer player partner for what's in his/her hand. I'm usually right.