I also agree with the former poster. Congrats on getting married and stuff. But really what I want to know is do you think it's more useful to play the 3 minute pool or the 5 minute pool on ICC? Thanks!
yeah... marriage is kind of passe what I'd really like to know is your opinion on the relative merit of 1 minute vs fischer random played with 3 minutes on each side.
Congratulations on your wedding. You both look great & you both look happy. Let's hope you stay thay way for a long long time. Best wishes for the future. (Anon. because for some reason I can't log in as me.)
I was in I.S 318 when you went to teach chess, if it wasn't for you I would have never cared for it, to me you were someone so unique in Brooklyn, I was only 12, I saw you like a glass doll so beautiful and intelligent. I looked up to you so much. When I knew chess time would be coming I would get excited, I remember when you sent us all home with our own sets. For a child who's family struggled financially that was such an amazing gift. I am happy to see your life is going good and that you found love :) Thank you Elizabeth!
Hi Everyone, I'm back from Vietnam / Myanmar (Burma for the old folks) where any URL containing the word 'blog' is censored! Sorry for the absences.
Thanks for all the well-wishes! yes, Mariah, you should try your hardest to call me Mrs. Spiegel, but the old reliable "Miss" will do in a pinch.
Anon 12:09 am Thank you so much for writing that. It's the nicest thing I heard anyone (who actually had to sit through it) say about my teaching in a long time, and it made me so happy.
Ted search -- two suggestions: 1. there are nice places that do a lot of the world for you and 2. skip all the stupid conventional stuff: favors, flowers, matching bridesmaids dresses, table displays, professional invites, etc.: no one cares and it's a huge time and money sink.
Mazel Tov Mrs. Spiegel, so many blessings. I watched the movie, and although I know nothing about chess, it was incredible to see your teaching changing lives in front of my eyes. I can't believe you gave up your time 7 days a week. What an inspiration you are, what a heroine. And more prosaically you look absolutely radiant in that gown! I wish you all the joy in the world.
Brooklyn Castle is superb. You're so smart! You're a very dedicated, talented, and tactful teacher. I loved how you put chess in context, and explained how it teaches useful life skills.
Louise Mensch is right, you are such an inspiration and a heroine.
Congratulations!!
ReplyDeleteAll the best
I hava a chess question:
In your opinion what are the pros & cons of playing G/29 vs G/30?
For scholastic & adult players?
Thank you
I also agree with the former poster. Congrats on getting married and stuff. But really what I want to know is do you think it's more useful to play the 3 minute pool or the 5 minute pool on ICC? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, very nice pictures, looks like everyone had a very nice time.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your chess blog.
yeah... marriage is kind of passe what I'd really like to know is your opinion on the relative merit of 1 minute vs fischer random played with 3 minutes on each side.
ReplyDelete5 min progressive!
ReplyDeleteHungry for more wedding pics?
https://picasaweb.google.com/ninayoh/EJWedding?authkey=Gv1sRgCNCzl-28qYaGiQE#
Congratulations Elizabeth, you look absolutely radiant!
ReplyDeleteAll the best,
-Marc-
I only know you from your blog, but congratulations, Elizabeth. (and wow, that is a lot of pictures!)
ReplyDeleteMike
Yay! Congrats!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mrs. Spiegel!
ReplyDeleteYou look gorgeous and your husband is very handsome. May your wedding fabric be strong and the pattern beautiful.
Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteExcellent news. Mazel tov!
ReplyDeleteIn your opinion what are the pros & cons of playing G/29 vs G/30?
ReplyDeleteFor scholastic & adult players?
Thank you
one's rated and one's not
ReplyDeletechess is a silly game.
isn't my husband beautiful?
yeah... he's pretty good looking. another question: let's say you had a choice between two husbands
ReplyDeletehusband A scores a 7.5 out of 10 on looks and a 2.5 out of 10 on intelligence + personality
husband B scores 5 our of 10 on looks and a 5 out of 10 on intelligence+ personality
which one do you pick?
i'll add that you have the option of a divorce after a 3 year waiting period
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your wedding. You both look great & you both look happy. Let's hope you stay thay way for a long long time. Best wishes for the future.
ReplyDelete(Anon. because for some reason I can't log in as me.)
Congratulations to both of you: the families look like they're having a good time!
ReplyDeleteJustus Williams gave you a very nice wedding present, didn't he?
Hooray! Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteRick Massimo
Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThe pictures show a very happy wedding and a beautiful day!
Wonderful! Best wishes! Such a cute couple. Hurray! I wish you both long life and joyful togetherness.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. May you both have a long and happy marriage with many children.
ReplyDeleteSo do we call u Mrs.Spegial?
ReplyDeleteI was in I.S 318 when you went to teach chess, if it wasn't for you I would have never cared for it, to me you were someone so unique in Brooklyn, I was only 12, I saw you like a glass doll so beautiful and intelligent. I looked up to you so much. When I knew chess time would be coming I would get excited, I remember when you sent us all home with our own sets. For a child who's family struggled financially that was such an amazing gift. I am happy to see your life is going good and that you found love :) Thank you Elizabeth!
ReplyDeletei am planning my own wedding now too, and its overwhelming.
ReplyDeleteHi Everyone,
ReplyDeleteI'm back from Vietnam / Myanmar (Burma for the old folks) where any URL containing the word 'blog' is censored! Sorry for the absences.
Thanks for all the well-wishes!
yes, Mariah, you should try your hardest to call me Mrs. Spiegel, but the old reliable "Miss" will do in a pinch.
Anon 12:09 am Thank you so much for writing that. It's the nicest thing I heard anyone (who actually had to sit through it) say about my teaching in a long time, and it made me so happy.
Ted search -- two suggestions: 1. there are nice places that do a lot of the world for you
and
2. skip all the stupid conventional stuff: favors, flowers, matching bridesmaids dresses, table displays, professional invites, etc.: no one cares and it's a huge time and money sink.
Mazel Tov Mrs. Spiegel, so many blessings. I watched the movie, and although I know nothing about chess, it was incredible to see your teaching changing lives in front of my eyes. I can't believe you gave up your time 7 days a week. What an inspiration you are, what a heroine. And more prosaically you look absolutely radiant in that gown! I wish you all the joy in the world.
ReplyDeletethanks!! :)
ReplyDeleteBrooklyn Castle is superb. You're so smart! You're a very dedicated, talented, and tactful teacher. I loved how you put chess in context, and explained how it teaches useful life skills.
ReplyDeleteLouise Mensch is right, you are such an inspiration and a heroine.
Hope all is well