Hello.

At the age of fourteen (14) my sister and I was sent to live with our grandparents, who resided in South America. During my two (2) years there... I attended one of the top schools in the country. I learned to play the Piano, Cricket, and the game of Chess. I also played basketball to stay balance.

I believe that 90% (If not more) of the kids, that attended the same school, played Chess. Male & female. You don't experience this in the USA. So, yes, I was amazed!!

Anyway... We would play before school started and during our breaks. Basically any chance we get. Needless to say ~ I fell in love with the game. After two years has gone by, my sister and I, headed back to the US. Where I continued my education and played in Chess tournaments. Yes, I won many first place trophies and only once ~ second place!

Eventually, playing Chess became a second priority so I could focus on my IT career and start a computer business ~ "Compu-Graphics Services, Inc.".

Now, at the 'young' age of 44 , I am trying to get back into the game and have set a personal goal to reach ~ 2000 rating!!

Thank you,

ChessLife45