Super Bowl XLI prediction

Indianapolis Colts defeat the Chicago Bears by two scores.

Obsessed

I’ve decided that it was time that I learn to play chess.  I’ve known the rules for years, but I’ve never really been successful.  Lately, I’ve been reading a few books on the subject as well as studying some games, and I’m starting to become more proficient. 

I think chess is warping my mind, though.  Lately, I’ve been looking out at my classroom, and seeing the desks as a chess grid and my students as pieces.  In the midst of my lecture, my mind will wander, and I’ll ask myself what I would do if I were in the chess situation that presents itself in front of me. (It might be an interesting study to try to understand how my brain classifies students–who are pawns, power pieces, etc.)  It’s no wonder that Bobby Fischer has seemingly lost control of his brilliance.  This rudimentary game can turn one’s mind on its head.

At any rate, if any of you are interested in playing, I play at games.yahoo.com.  Let me know, and we could set up a play date!