Day 62
Bapa and Lexi
playing chess
We
started out playing checkers; a “natural” progression quickly led us to chess.
I
reckon Lexi was about seven when we undertook the challenge of Queens and
knights. The grandchildren are all exceptionally intelligent (must take after
their Nanny). Lexi picked up on the game and strategy, immediately. When we
spent time together on the red and black chase board of checker champion, the
little girl won “every” game we ever played! I was at a distinct “intellectual”
disadvantage. Ah! But, “chess” is sophisticated! Right! My turn!? Hmm!
Very
soon, Miss Lex had me on the ropes; yeah, I can’t seem to win---anything…ever!
Then,
after being humiliated by a seven year old, I had to “show-off” and tell her my
“secret” four move “checkmate” strategy! Wow! She beat me with those moves
every time we broke out the ole chess board after I had instructed Lexi on that
“neat” entitlement. Just couldn’t stop her!
Over
the years, Miss Lexli-Lu and old Bapa wore those chess pieces to a frazzle. To
this day, I have never been the
victor of her challenge---absolutely…never! I’m glad I didn’t teach her golf! I
learned my lesson there; I taught her big brother, Z. T., and have never beat him in
a match, either!
I’ve
taken on most of the challenges life has to offer, maybe invented a few nature
never got around to concocting (maybe), had “fun” in the endeavors but never
boasted stellar success. Some of us just need to keep trying---harder…I reckon!
Wonder if “practice” might help?
Yes!
I think so, definitely! People conclude that I am a “bum”; I practice at
it---regularly!
In
the final analysis: I wouldn’t have it any other way where the kiddos are
concerned. Amen!
Thank
you!
To my girls and grandchildren for your Love
and “infinite” patience!
I love each of
you more than life, itself! Bapa
Ah! Cookie Jar “King’s court” Sweet Memories!
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