Pseudocyst on Tour: Romania Awaits
Disclaimer: This blog entry contains references to NHS work, family life, and my inability to speak Romanian beyond “mulțumesc” and “ciorbă de burtă.” Any resemblance to peace and…
Tag: writing
The Great Slide Faceplant of 2025
What started as innocent playground fun ended with swelling, scans, and a 3am discharge from the ED. Disclaimer All characters in this story are real, but some judgement…
When a Quiet Weekend Turns Into Cricket Mayhem
Disclaimer:No cricket stumps were harmed in the making of this blog. Any technical inaccuracies about the rules of cricket are entirely the fault of the author’s nationality and…
Why Lichess.org Is a Game-Changer in Online Chess (vs Chess.com and ICC)
Lichess.org has become a powerhouse in the world of online chess, quietly redefining how millions engage with the game. In a competitive landscape dominated by Chess.com and the…
When Big Brother Finds Your Blog
My wife barely knows I have this blog—one I update more regularly than our shared calendar. It’s been a quiet space to reflect, share thoughts, and document the…
My First IM norm
I got my first IM norm in a tournament in 2019. I played in the Champions League in Division B on board 3. Before the tournament you look…
3 0 blitz against GM
I am small light in the world of chess. But on the rare occasion I can produce some great games. In a lichess tournament (Bundesliga tournament which is…
First tournament since 2018
Last month I had the usual email from a guy call Tim Paulden who organises chess events in Devon. I am still in his address book as I…