Goodnight Moon
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Posted on February 5th, 2009 by
This is one of my favorite children’s books … I remember the countless times reading it aloud to each of our kids, and occasionally to both of them together. It is a wonderful tale that combines consciousness of surroundings and simply saying goodnight to everything, something kids already want to do. Yet before we get too swept up in the whimsy, this is not about that great classic story – it is about me completing and sending away the recently released DS game Moon.
RPGWatch: The Whole Game in My Hand #12 (Part 1)
Posted on February 5th, 2009 by
Late in 2005 some friends at RPGDot came to me with the idea to do summary articles on the state on RPG gaming on the major handhelds. The release of the DS and particularly the PSP had intrigued many RPG fans who were not interested in consoles (wait, that sounds like me!), and so I put together three articles – one for the GBA, one for the DS and the last one for the PSP. The articles were very well received and when RPGWatch launched late in 2006, I was asked to update the state of handheld RPG’s once more. That is how ‘The Whole Game in My Hand’ was born.
Beware the Ides of Feb . . . ?
Posted on February 4th, 2009 by
“Ides” means the 15th and you should all “beware” of it because it marks the day that GamerDad.com began buying YOUR stories about YOUR kids and games – or YOURSELF and video games. How will I “buy” them? Well, you’ll get your name and story made famous and I’ll link the story to the game maker. But I’ll also give you a FREE GAME! more…
Superbowl Thoughts
Posted on February 3rd, 2009 by
Ah, Superbowl XXVIIVXX. Everyone talks about the advertisements, which strikes me as a coup for advertisers, especially in this day and age. Did you know this (caution: veggies + sexy) PeTA ad was rejected by NBC but they apparently had no problem advertising that Friday the 13th remake. I have a 6 and an 8 year old thanks and you know what? I find sexy stuff easier to explain to them than why people like to watch hockey-masked killers. Luckily they don’t pay much attention to ads. I’m not arguing that the PeTA ad is appropriate, I’m arguing that the horror movie isn’t. Also PeTA probably never wanted this ad aired. Much cheaper to have everyone YouTube it to “see what the controversy is.” Congrats if you just did that above . . .
GamerMom Update
Posted on February 2nd, 2009 by
GamerMom Update: DAY 17: As you know, GamerMom fell and twisted her knee while attempting to rollerskate. What this means is that GamerMom – the bread-winner, care-taker, home maker, all-around-great gal, pants wearer of this family – now has to be served. And the kids and I are torturing her as much as we can.
The Cold Boy
Posted on February 2nd, 2009 by
This morning I got a reminder of how simple mistakes can have severe consequences. I dropped my kids off at school and on the way home I was shocked to see a boy, age 8, not wearing a coat, not wearing shoes, holding his hands up to stop traffic. Shocked because it was 18 degrees. A lady and I pulled over immediately (other people merely passed him by). The boy seemed dazed, had some scuffs and scratches and seemed scared.
GamerMom: The Update
Posted on January 21st, 2009 by
As some of you know, and the rest can read a little further down the page, Linda, the GamerMom, twisted her knee real bad while at the world famous Rollero roller rink (of Cudahy, WI) while falling on her daughter. Basically Maggie and her skates became locked and Linda fell in a way that hurt her, but left Maggie unscathed. Maggie’s looking forward to skating again, so that’s all good, and Linda is getting used to being a patient. This is a very big deal.
GamerBoy: The Beginning
Posted on January 21st, 2009 by
I’m the GamerDad, I’m an expert, 10 years professional experience, host of credits, blah, blah, blah. . . I’m also a gaming advocate and because of this most people assume that my kids play games ALL the time. Actually I’m willing to bet my kids play less than the national average and much less than most of my audience’s kids. The reason why has always been because it is my work. Because Linda isn’t much of a gamer (this is changing rapidly). And it is because I don’t like gaming when conversation could be had instead. I’ve been the stay-at-home parent but up until very recently, I didn’t game in front of the kids. I have an office, that’s what it’s for. more…
The Content of His Character
Posted on January 20th, 2009 by
My daughter is 8 and my son is almost 6. He’s unaware of what’s going on in the world today, she’s aware but remarkably, blissfully, admirably nonplussed. I realize that while my mom and dad watched as beloved leader after beloved leader was shot down and removed from their destiny, and my wife and I grew up hoping but not really believing that we’d ever have a minority President, my kids are growing up in a world where that’s happened. I understand, I think, how they will see it. “Of course an Asian/Woman/Gay/Latino/Arab/Jew can become President dad. Stop living in the Stone Ages.” That makes me happy. No matter your affiliation, pay attention to this day. Whatever your ideology, if you’re a patriot, you want this guy to succeed. The US is in trouble. Lets cling to this hope while we can. Celebrate while we can. And wake up and realize that today is history. Today, no matter your politics, is a day to be a proud America. Today we have a President named Barack Hussein Obama, and think he was elected based on the content of his character. I’m proud to be an American.
Ask GamerDad 1/16/09
Posted on January 18th, 2009 by
A New Year, a New Bi-week, and a New Ask GamerDad. Why does it have the introduction from the Dec 23rd edition? I have no idea. Someone at WhatTheyPlay is asleep at the switch. I’ll see what’s up with that. Until then, please read this one. I tackle some very interesting letters. Letters that question my very existence!
