Forfeit Game Rule

[Marquo]

Several points:

1. We all know that these are just games, yet we all have much different real life situautions. Some people have much time to play, and others (me) have to budget very sparingly.

2. Whatever else, we agree to abide by the rules of the club so we can pursue our mutual interest together.

3. I have absolutely no issue or qualm with my opponent; he has not violated any club rule.

4. I am railing against the rule itself which I think allows for protracted unexplained absences which can detract from the flow of the game.

5. I check the availability rating of my opponents before accepting a match; I think it is up to all of us to keep our profile/demographics current - that is why they are there.

6. I really think that 2 weeks is acceptable - I only suggested 1 so we could consider a compromise on 2 weeks, instead of three.

Marquo