jprovchy

I learned to play chess in elementary school when I was 7.  My mom played a little so I played off and on for a few years, eventually dropping it in favor of other hobbies and pursuits.  I didn't really get back into playing chess until a few years ago when I was in graduate school.  Since then I have read a few books and tried to build up my understanding of the game.  I joined chess.com about a 2 years ago and it has been a great resource. 

As for me, I live in California with my wife and four beautiful children, ages 9, 7, 5, and 1.