
HOUSE RULES
The Moral Code
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Treat others as you would have them treat you, and respect everyone always
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No yelling or cutting people off
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No swearing - there are children present (and adults!)
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'Swearing' meaning cuss words, blasphemy, and sound-alikes​
 
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Zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol
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Guys and girls sleep separately (unless married or related)
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No R+18 material; M15 and MA+15 material only by special approval
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If in doubt, ask
 
Uncommon Courtesy
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No shoes inside
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Knock before entering a room
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Please don’t litter!
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No smoking apart from designated areas (front yard)
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Showers by 9:30 pm
 - Bedtime of 11:00 pm
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If there are people sleeping, keep the noise down and be mindful
 
Uncommon Sense
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Children cannot walk around with hot drinks. They must sit at the table
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No kids in garage or front yard without an adult present
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No pyrotechnical or explosive tests without a permit
 
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House house rules
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In general, the rules for each game are to be specified before commencement
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To score or not to score is also to be decided before commencement
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500: Misere is allowable, under the following conditions:
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Once you've won a Misere bid, you may not bid Misere again until the following day
 
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500: You can’t change your bid once it’s made (of course)
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Winner packs up
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Settlers: paying tribute to the robber is allowed, and you can trade outside your turn
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Monopoly: side deals and auctions are allowed
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Poker:
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Texas Hold 'Em is the default
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Burning is optional, as are blinds
 
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