One of my buddies just taught me how to play chess. I’ve always been kind of hesitant to learn, because it seemed like something you had to take a year of college to learn. Well, like most things in life, I was wrong. The basics of the game are quite easy to learn. I hear there are all kinds of strategies and such, which I’m sure I’ll learn in due time. In the mean time, I’ve found a neat site that you can sign into, and start a game. My settings are that each player has to make a move every 3 days. We started yesterday, and have made several moves since. You receive an email each time it’s your turn. Here’s the link – it’s called GameKnot.com
For a faster chess game, which they say (and it’s true!) is “Cup of Coffee Compatible.” – See InstantChess.com. You pick a screen name (no logging in) and you’re matched up with a player instantly. I’ve played a few and have been destroyed each time. I’m sure with practice I’ll get better. 
When I was a senior in high school, I taught chess at a couple of elementary schools here in Monroe.