The String, The Spoon and The Candle.

So, for those of you not familiar with

The String

The Spoon

The Candle

This is a great game, guaranteed to provide hours of entertainment and giggles when you have a bunch of bored people and are not quite sure what to do with them. (And as it's the season where people are always getting together, chances are you may just find yourself in such a predicament.)

Now, requirements for the game are very simple- one willing individual, one piece of string, one spoon and one candle (please see above definitions for more information). A candle may be a bit drastic, as you're more likely looking for a tea light on a plate or non-flammable surface.

Game Preparation:

1. Place the tea light on a plate on the floor.
2. Tie the one end of the string around the handle of the spoon. (The idea is to create a dangling effect)
3. Proceed to tie the other end of the string around the waist of the willing individual and ensure that the dangling spoon is hanging at the back of the person's knees. It is generally accepted that the bottom end of the spoon should end right in the bend of the knee.
4. Get the individual to stand with one leg on either side of the plate on the floor. (the one with the candle on)
5. Light the candle.

Now the fun can begin. The objective of the game is to put out the candle with the spoon that is dangling around the waist of your willing individual. A few simple rules will ensure a clean game:

• NO HANDS!!!!! For any reason. No hands to hold the string, no hands to steady yourself, NO HANDS!!!!

Ok, so maybe it's just one rule, but it's important.

The person who puts the candle out the fastest is the winner.

Let the games begin!!!!!