Pinochle fun

So, you'd think I'd have some kind of advantage in Pinochle.  I won the first game we played, I am a lucky, lucky girl... And, yet, nada.  I actually lost not one, not two, but ALL GAMES we played.  But, you never know.  I will probably win the next game we play.  I'm an optimist.  I get it from Carrie.  Thanks, uber.  :)