We've been playing since he was 5 and I've been letting him win sometimes. Today he beat me straight up and I don't think he realized. The look on his face when I said checkmate against me was priceless. I'm so proud I could burst.
That's huge man. My 6-month-old is still months away from anything like this but I'm already thinking about those moments. Sounds like all those games paid off even if he didn't realize it yet.
Playing since he was 5 is impressive. That's real dedication from both of you. Now you get to decide - keep letting him win sometimes or go full competitive mode?
That's a huge moment right there. Congrats to your son! There's something special about that first legit win. Did he realize he actually had you beat or did it surprise him?
Yes! This is what it's all about. Two years of playing with my oldest and he's finally starting to understand strategy instead of just moving pieces randomly. It's the best feeling.
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Dude this is so cool. My little guy is only 6 months but hearing about the long game with chess makes me want to start thinking about stuff like this early. You nailed the patience part.