I was so looking forward to the start of 2012 because 2011 ended with such a bang, primarily with the fact that I got my very first PAID video game writing job. I'm a news editor over at Game Revolution, and there's a possibility I'll start reviewing games over there too. They can't be shooters, as that's what I do for Gaming Angels, but I'd be happy to pick up any RPG slack … [Read more...] about Hello, 2012!
I’m kind of a loudmouth
When people first meet me, I'm often very quiet, especially when I start a new job. Over time, I become more relaxed and more myself, which means I don't shut up--something all my friends can attest to. Over the last five or ten years, I've noticed that I've become a bit of a loudmouth. I always joke about my mouth getting me in trouble; after all, I'm fairly certain I'll … [Read more...] about I’m kind of a loudmouth
Turkeys and Otters
This past weekend was probably the best Thanksgiving weekend I've ever had. We spent Thanksgiving Day with Shawn's parents, and Chris's girlfriend and I were in charge of bringing most of the food. This was my first time to "be allowed" to contribute to Thanksgiving, and I was so excited to try out a couple of recipes. My food turned out fabulous, Jennifer's food was fabulous, … [Read more...] about Turkeys and Otters
2011 is the Year of Not According to Plan
I started 2011 with only one plan in mind--to go to Japan in June. My plan for everything else was to just stay as it had been. It ain't broke, so don't fix it, so to speak. Well, we all know that came crashing down on Valentine's Day this year, when Mufasa went from having a breathing problem to dying in a matter of hours. Suddenly, my perfect dog was gone, and that was … [Read more...] about 2011 is the Year of Not According to Plan
Very Surreal
At my real life job, my fellow co-worker and I pushed it to our boss that she needs an assistant. We even went as far as writing up the want ad for her. Fortunately for us, she was pleased with the thought and thrilled that we had already moved forward on it. Unfortunately, that put us at the task of reviewing resumes and weeding them out for those we want to call for a phone … [Read more...] about Very Surreal