I am quitting chess. - Chess Forums - Page 24

DrSpudnik

Jul 31, 2016

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#461

No need to quote the OP, we've all moved on since then.

motherinlaw

Jul 31, 2016

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#462

DrSpudnik wrote:

This one brings back memories

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov1kjVvYpWk

I'll say! Remember when Python would sign off, roll the credits, to that tune, then sometimes come Back and do another short bit? Back then, the BBC was pretty loose about timing, apparently. The bonus bits were fun, but it got so if they Didn't come back, it was a letdown.

And it's hard to believe now what was "true" at the time: a big reason we treasured every moment of a show was that it was a one time event -- if you missed it, chances are you'd never ever get to see it -- not ever!

motherinlaw

Jul 31, 2016

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#463

DrSpudnik wrote:

This one brings back memories

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov1kjVvYpWk

I'll say! Remember when Python would sign off, roll the credits, to that tune, then sometimes come Back and do another short bit? In those days the BBC was pretty loose about timing, apparently. The bonus bits were fun, but it got so if they Didn't come back, it was a letdown.

And it's hard to believe now what was "true" at the time: a big reason we treasured every moment of a show was that it was a one time event -- if you missed it, chances are you'd never ever get to see it -- not ever!

BISHOP_e3

Jul 31, 2016

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#464

Dinsdale

DrSpudnik

Aug 9, 2016

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#465

Yes, the joys of the home recording system have made us all supersaturated with entertainment from days of yore. And still there's nothing to watch!

DrSpudnik

Aug 9, 2016

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#466

BISHOP_e3 wrote:

Dinsdale

That's not Spiney Norman. That's Tusky Wilbur.

BISHOP_e3

Aug 9, 2016

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#467

You sir, are having a lysergic moment!

learningthemoves

Aug 9, 2016

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#468

motherinlaw

Aug 11, 2016

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#469

The first rule of Chess Club: don't talk about Chess Club.

IamNoMaster

Aug 11, 2016

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#470

Chess Club, a movie by David Checkers with Brett Pitt and Edward Maten. Yeah I saw that one too---

imsighked2

Aug 11, 2016

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#471

Why do people repeatedly post this kind of stuff? Chess is great for adults. If people want to quit chess, just quit. No need to start an entire thread on it.

imsighked2

Aug 11, 2016

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#472

DrSpudnik wrote:

This one brings back memories

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ov1kjVvYpWk

It's . . .

SocialPanda

Aug 11, 2016

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#473

Donkey won´t quit!

motherinlaw

Aug 13, 2016

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#474

My heart goes out to people who really dislike this kind of thread, but feel, for some reason, compelled to keep reading it.

BISHOP_e3

Aug 13, 2016

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#475

My heartfelt sympathies to you motherinlaw,

DrSpudnik

Aug 25, 2016

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#476

imsighked2 wrote:

Why do people repeatedly post this kind of stuff? Chess is great for adults. If people want to quit chess, just quit. No need to start an entire thread on it.

The OP was on line 4 days ago here. That's what's so funny about these threads (and there are bunches of them)...the OP never actually leaves. So they're just on line temper tantrums followed by dozens of pages of mockery.

bgjettguitar

Aug 30, 2016

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#477

quak170 wrote:

I am 17 years old. I started playing chess with my dad. I started playing a little more seriously when I was 13. I played in a few tournaments through these years, and studied chess with the use of the internet almost exclusively. I didn't really use chess books except maybe a couple. I played corrospondance chess, standard and blitz chess, played at the local clubs, and always analyzed my games. I have also started a chess team and club. One of the most fun things I have done is to teach chess at a home-school co-op. I was able to make a little money while I was at it. I achieved a USCF of 1675, which isn't really that great, but I know I can play better than that and have beaten a player a little under 2000. I could probably get a much higher USCF if I just played in more tournaments, because in the last 3 years I have played in them not often enough. I have learned so much from chess about life. How to think, when to give up or not give up, how to be thoughtful, careful, and take my time, but also when to move fast... etc. etc. you know all the things you learn I could go on forever.

However, life isn't all about chess. I can be, and it is for the top players, but at 17 and 1675 USCF it is highly unlikely that I will ever reach any sort of high rating, much less the top 50 players. But what can we get out of chess?

-We learn about life from chess

-We can make money by teaching others

-We can be Magnus Carlsen and win a million dollars by crushing Anand

As we know only the top players (like Carlsen) actually can make a living off of chess, and like I said I won't make money off of them. As for teaching, I will continue to teach and make money for as long as I have willing students, but I won't spend time looking for students once I hit college. Finnally for learning myself. I feel like the theory of diminishing returns applies here. If you don't know what that means look it up and you will understand.

There is one final note. Chess is a great hobby. One of my favorite of all time. However, I think I would like to explore other hobbys during my life time. I LOVE board games in general, and have played Risk more than it should be played and have started with Axis and Allies (I "played out" 1941 and am working on 1942. 40 is next). I love other board games as well and I hope to one day become a board game designer.

My situation is exaclty the situation that the USCF does not like. However, I feel that in my situation my decision is practical. The USCF should realize that chess is great for kids, not so much for adults (except those who like it as a hobby).

This is real life. Wake up. (but of course don't follow in my footsteps- keep up the good games ;) )

Ham radio is fun. More money in music though

thegreat_patzer

Aug 30, 2016

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#478

DrSpudnik wrote:

imsighked2 wrote:

Why do people repeatedly post this kind of stuff? Chess is great for adults. If people want to quit chess, just quit. No need to start an entire thread on it.

The OP was on line 4 days ago here. That's what's so funny about these threads (and there are bunches of them)...the OP never actually leaves. So they're just on line temper tantrums followed by dozens of pages of mockery.

its like tear gas,

you throw the canister in and see how comes out ranting and raving.

they joke isn't on the OP- its on the all the people on the internet whole took you seriously. right?

on the other hand, if no one said a thing- how fun would that be?

Jajakilroy

Aug 30, 2016

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#479

Don't stay away too long. Or you will go threw a serious mid life crisis and blow all that money you made trying to get your love back.