I've also been continuing my slow attack on Noah's chess game, and am beginning to last more than 10 mintues. I have at least 2 solid opening sequences now, and for at least a few waining moments, have even had upperhand at the table. But still, no avail in the end game. My goal is to take a game or two from the doctor before we leave. I'll keep you updated. Odds and spreads are up for this and bets will be taken by Justin Roth (justin.roth @ skrammedia.com.) $100 non-refundable minimums and for which all proceeds will go towards my safe and sane return to the states. Please.

So anyway, it goes. Cooper Roberts gets here this afternoon and we will be a full house again. We all look foward to Coop's energy and will all likely be downing a few more passionfruit bradies and watching several more sunrises. Really, I pray the weather clears so that my work can continue. Meanwhile, I'll be in check...here on the couch, and on the chess table