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I just realized that one reason my daily rating is increasing is that my opponents are smarter than I am. When they are in a losing position, they resign, which gives me a win. When I'm in a losing position, I either can't figure it out or I think I can save it in the end game. Either way, the game doesn't end, so I don't get the loss. (Until the inevitable checkmate, at least.)
In the long run, it will catch up with me. But for the time being, my rating is better than I deserve.
I would agree that (what you do) is a very good thing to do when it comes to USCF ratings. Playing people with higher ratings will not affect your rating very much, but you gain a LOT of points when you win. You're on a roll to 2000 (if you're not there yet)! Good luck on your next games!
