Paul, 31, from Snohomish, WA but originally from UK. Back into chess in early 2003 after a 15 yr break. I like to play unusual openings, especially Bird's - I won't ever start 1.e4 This winter I'm going to experiment with English, Polish and Grob openings.
I'm also going to experiment with playing in a Blitz fashion so my rating will probably go way down (from 1944 on 12/8/04)
Founded the Hardcore Pawn Stars but left when I had a haitus from chess in winter 2003. No I won't join your c
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