Josh and Jamie decided to join the school's chess club this year which is something that I have very little knowledge of or experience in. This weekend, Josh entered his first chess tournament . . . yes a chess tournamet that was held at our local shopping center from 9:30 until about 4:00. We gave Josh the choice about whether or not he wanted to play in the chess tournament or play in his soccer game and go to his hockey practice. His reply to me was, "Dad, I can play hockey and soccer anytime, but this might not happen again". A very wise kid, if I do say so myself. Josh played five games against kids his own age with a variety of levels of experiences. Michelle and I were very proud of Josh on how well he took winning his first game, but more importantly how he graciously lost his games. Josh enjoyed the day and learned a lot about not only chess, but hopefully about himself. His day was spent playing chess and hanging out with some of his friends from school.
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| Josh loved sitting down and playing against the many kids hanging around waiting for their next game. A very tiring day mentally for him. I must say that Chess is a very interesting game as the kids would sit down in front of someone else and begin playing . . . very little said, very little eye contact, very little discussion after the game. Games against other students from school were a little more lively. |
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| Jamie and I enjoyed playing a couple of games against each other using the regular pieces and using the over sized chess pieces. Jamie continues to make friends where ever he goes as some of the older kids gave him the nickname, The BEAST . . . I have no clue why. |
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| I guess Josh has found his Queen after all!! |
Another new opportunity that I am glad that the boys are taking advantage of and another opportunity for me to spend time with them.
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