I used to play draw poker with family and friends. But it just seemed that there was no strategy. Luck seem to fall on each person every week. So after a year of playing, maybe one or two persons were up about $5. There was maily talking and drinking and since everyone knew it was mainly luck they would all stay in and chat. Once I saw WPT on TV, I decided to switch and now they are paying attention and those that are not, are going home with less money.