Example Of Personal Narrative Essay For College

Life, like war, compares to the game of chess. There are two sides, and they take turn moving their pieces in play. There is always a strategy for the final goal, victory, or the game could end in a stalemate. An endless possibility of moves exists for each player, keeping in mind the possible future actions of the opponent. This makes the game complex and difficult because each player does not know the intent, or exact move of the opponent. Each player must rely on instinct and judgment of their opponent to estimate the next action of the opponent. One must also account for the losses of pieces and the sacrifices needed in order to achieve victory. A game of chess between the United States and Japan started in July

Forces defenses to play against the unfamiliar; with limited practice time, they must prepare for new keys and new techniques; the defense must remain extremely disciplined regarding their assignments.

I had been wishing for a little brother or sister for a long time and one day my parents gave me the news that I was going to have a little sister. I had never been so excited and I could not wait to be a big sister and have someone to look over. Months had passed and it was getting so close, I could barely wait, and I am sure my mom was more ready than ever.

Waverly and Bennett have a strong self of who they are, both with bold personalities (not caring what others think of them) but they also face internal struggles on a day-to-day basis. Waverly longs for the approval of her mother. As a kid Waverly was a child prodigy, she had a passion and drive for chess. Ever since her brother pulled the chess set out of a sack at a Christmas party she was hooked to the game. Waverly practiced all day and night, even locking herself in her room to study strategies to improve herself. “I carefully drew a handmade chessboard and pinned it to thee wall next too my bed, where at night I would stare for hours at imaginary battles.” (Tan 96) Her mother Lindo was so proud that her daughter was the grand master chess player and

Chess, a game that requires strategy, patience, precise calculation, and careful planning. These skills sound familiar, though. A set of skills that we all know Sherlock Holmes possesses. We have witnessed it many times. Whether it be through our new favorite show, Sherlock, Game of Shadows, or A Study in pink, multiple times Sherlock has surpassed our expectations of both intellectual and physical ability. It seems unnatural to witness a person, a person just as myself, possess such amazing qualities. Therefore, it is only fitting to incorporate a game such as chess, where we get to witness Holmes put his skills to use once more, continuing to baffle and astonish his viewers (even if he is merely a character).

If you've ever been into poker or even watched the World Series of Poker on ESPN, you'll see what I mean. Here are just a few observations I've made...some obvious, some (hopefully) not. Mind games are a big part of the game. In poker, you can learn all about the strength of hands, pot odds, betting position, and how to play it by the book. In Street Fighter 4, you can analyze frame data, learn combos, find rankings/tier listings, and watch replays. But in the end, it comes down to playing the man. It's about making the other guy fold when he has you beat, or giving him a false sense of confidence when really, he's walking into certain defeat. It's about giving your opponent the impression that his strategy is full-proof, only to punish him painfully at the most (in)opportune time. It's all about being unpredictable and rattling the other guy to the point where all his pre-game knowledge seems to go out the window. Heck, Justin Wong almost beat Daigo while playing a character he admittedly didn't know very well or practice much. I doubt he was thinking about frame data while he was missing combos, but still giving Daigo all he could handle. The head knowledge definitely comes in handy, don't get me wrong. I'm just saying it's about how you actually use what you know. Luck is required to make it through. Back in the day before poker got huge-which I

Practicing music until it becomes a polished creation is how I have learned to take on challenges that come my way. A new challenge that I encounter in life, is comparable to the feelings of trying, failing and get frustrated when I put disciplined practice into motion. At first I may not know if I can succeed as doubts resurface, questioning if the tempo is too fast or whether the fingering required is too elaborate. Then I immerse myself into the piece, allowing my past successes to bolster my confidence and acknowledging that while my performance will not always be flawless, it will be a reflection of continuously putting forth my best effort.

I had just turned ten when my mom first took me to the Salisbury Chess Club. The dilapidated Sage Diner dressed as if it were in the 50s (Absolute), I was immediately enamored by the chess pieces. Soon, I established a reputation for myself as a capricious, impatient tactician able to beat all but the most experienced players. I played with one of the better players, Phil (Appositive), almost every week. Through those games, I learned many values, like patience and carefulness, that not only apply to chess but also to life.

Ordinarly, to play chess, you must have two people to participate. In this short, an elderly citizen finds enjoyment in playing himself and makes the most out of it. “Geri's Game,” suggests that creativeness trumps pure skill. Within the short film, one version of the man has a ruthless talent for playing chess, while the other lacks the skill necessary to win on his own. The old man who is winning uses his expertness

My move was perfect. Out of all possible word combinations I could make, the one I found was the best. I knew it could not be beat. I could hardly contain myself. I was about to win my first game after countless losses. My smile reached my ears and a light chuckle could be heard by my competitors. Amidst my uncontainable jubilation my granddad made his move. It equalled a mere eight points but brought the demise of my entire game. My perfect move was ruined.

A couple months ago I was invited to a Competitive Pokemon Tournament to battle against other players around the world to win big prizes such as money or a college scholarship. And the game basically requires high levels of concentration, strategy, and thinking. Players usually have to think outside the box and predict what their opponent is going to do next ahead of time. Because of this, I win a lot at tournaments during the last few years; I had to predict what my opponent would do on the next turn that they could attack so that my Pokemon wouldn't die and possibly lower my chances of winning. Regardless if I won or lost, it was really fun playing at tournaments. This could be illustrated by the characters from ¨Naruto¨ and ¨The Sniper¨

I tipped over the chess piece in disgust. Another game another loss. This was becoming monotonous. I played chess with my grandfather maybe twice a month and every time I lost. He knew the moves and maneuvers, attacks and counters. But most of all he knew me. “Good game, Chris,” my grandfather said. He got up from his chair, fixed his Eddie Bauer shirt and Renengton Royal tie, and winked “you had a couple good moves, but

When Einstein states, “You have to learn the rules of the game. And then you have to play better than anyone else,” he is providing the key to success in life. Whether one is a teacher, athlete, astrophysicist, or engineer, the best and most renowned individuals know how to play the game better than anyone else. Such individuals know the ins and outs of his or her career and strive to excel every day. Playing the game the better than anyone else also leaves a mark of ones work. I have always been competitive in life. From as early as I can remember to today, I have been attempting to outwit everybody. Whether it is a friend or stranger, I make certain that I am doing better than anyone else in my school work. Throughout life, I have played

To begin, I was born on Christmas in the year of 1998. I am the eldest of 4 children and was named after my father. I was raised by mother and father up until I was ten when they had went to Mexico, and since then, I was raised by my grandparents and continue to do so. I began my education in Gauer elementary but for my very first two years, I had changed schools around 4 times because we had moved very often. Eventually, I came back to Gauer indefinitely in the second half of my second grade year. When I began my third year, I was placed in the G.A.T.E. program, Gifted and Talented Education, because I had taken the placement test and showed signs of significance. From my 3rd year onward, until my 6th year, I had stayed enrolled in the program.

Chess is a mind-bending game that challenges the wits of players as pieces are put in fate’s grasp; so it is no coincidence that W. W. Jacobs uses it to symbolize the risky decisions made throughout the story. Jacobs begins by noting that “father and son were at chess” and that father “…possessed