Originally posted by duecerYes, he is a true warrior.
VR is not a chess snob. He'll play chess with any rating, and plays just as hard against an 1100 as a 2100
And VR is a great guy. I think the world of him and several others here, the list is too long to write, unless demanded to name names.
Originally posted by Grampy Bobby"Guys only brag about what they lack." -- Grampy Bobby
So happens that I love people (as much if not more than I detest costumed imposters, takers, bullies, deceitful frauds, cowards, devious clowns). Always taken initiatives to seize fleeting opportunities to chit chat and/or talk seriously, learn from or be warmed by touching another soul. I flex to the level required.
Originally posted by Grampy BobbyI'll take that as another avoidance to a simple question.
Two-way street, Dive. Where and from whom do you think any of us acquire our unique viewpoints and highly individualistic styles? Encounters with books, media and enforced contact with teachers/mentors/bosses play a role. Primary/ongoing stimulus is everyday contact with people we know well or not even at all. So happens that I love people (as much if n ...[text shortened]... another soul. I flex to the level required.
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