Greetings !!! --- I started to play recently after a long period away from the game. I try to move frequently-(but have been unable to so recently), learn from opponents to gradually improve my game, and most importantly - have some fun !! 🙂 and not take a GAME too seriously -- Life is wonderous - so enjoy !!---- I occasionally use conditional moves when prudent or obvious. The intellect behind the chess aptitude is our talented cat - Mr. Boo. As a student of the game, he is particularly fond of the Queen's gambit - Albin countergambit ... In any case, he claims his advice is de minimis.... ( but he does tend to leave his paw prints on the board ) .. Best of luck to you... I look forward to a challenging match ... Regardless of the outcome and above all else, I believe in sportsmanship and prefer not to take timeouts - but will do so if you do not message me prior to the timeout deadline. Be well & thanks again for playing !!