I've been playing much chess recently.

I suppose that's better than having nightmares about being chased by a Bishop into a corner

Chess can take a toll on your mind.
You should keep it in check, mate..

I know the feeling. Eventually everything is black and white. No grey erea

I put on my bathing suit and drove down to the wheatpool.

Have you been playing from knight to pawn?

Pawn curry?

White castles have the same effect on me.