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In mid-2020, American Mahjong was quietly on the cusp of its modern renaissance. Interest in the game once again began to spike, as a result of the global pandemic, following a long lull since the 1960s. Like most people, my ordinary routines—and even my work as a trial attorney—came to a halt. I was at home with a toddler and expecting my second that summer. Despite having dismissed Mahjong for one reason or another over the years, I remained interested and committed myself to learning this incredible game—even if I had to teach myself how to play on my own.

I devoured websites, books, and more than a few mediocre videos. But here’s the thing: Mahjong does not live on a screen or in a book—it lives at the table. The rituals, lessons, and strategies are learned in motion, across the table, tile by tile. It would be a long time before I would discover the feeling of actually playing at the table with others. But the challenge, suspense and strategy of the game were captivating all on their own. I’ve played Mahjong every day since.

Today, Mahjong is having a full-blown cultural moment. People often talk about the “magic of Mahjong”—that spark that ignites when four people sit down, the tiles start moving, and something bigger than the game takes shape. That magic is real and guiding people to it is one of my favorite things. After scaling back a fifteen-year career as a trial attorney while raising three young kids, I wanted to share the presence and community Mahjong brings to modern life. I aim to bring others into the Mahjong fold through a learning experience I wish had existed when I first fell for the game—modern, lively, hands-on, and rooted in actual table play. Modern American Mahjong is a rich sensory experience—tactile, design-forward, and deeply social. As an Ambassador with The Mahjong Line, I am thrilled to provide a learning experience with what I believe are the most covetable and most fun Mahjong tiles and accessories available.

At Handsy Mahjong, we know that this is more than just a game. Get into it.

I look forward to playing with you!