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I Spy With My Little Eye

This week's blog is a very informative post from Patti Larson. Before talking with Patti, I had no idea what IHOGs were. But thanks to Patti's helpful post, I've discovered a new genre of video game. There truly is something for everyone in the gaming world. Thanks Patti!

[image error] Mystery Case Files: The Thirteenth SkullI’m not a typical girl gamer. No first person shooters for me—they make me anxious. Timers? I can’t handle them without becoming nauseated from nerves. My husband loved video games at o...

FMP: Over and Over - Rachel Yamagata

I will admit that I discovered this woman playing a video game. But regardless, she is one of the most talented, heartbreaking musicians I've heard. This song is beautiful and one of my favorites.

Who You Are Determines What You Play

What kind of gamer are you? Emily Reese is here today to discuss how your personality determines what kind of games you enjoy (and reveal her addiction to Bioware). Thanks for stopping by, Emily!

Bioware's newest MMO: Star Wars: The Old Republic
Who You Are Determines What You Play
By Emily Reese


Before I met my husband, I had regulated playing video games to a bro-like activity and total waste of time. Since that fateful day seven years ago, I have been slowly assimilated into the gaming commu...

Give Me Zelda Or Give Me Death

Today's post in Gamer Girl Month comes from Toni Grace Sinns. Toni is a gamer and writer with a love for the classics. Thanks for stopping by, Toni!
The Appeal of Classic GamesBy Toni Grace Sinns 


The allure of classic games still continues to grow stronger with every passing generation to the next. And no I'm not talking about a new copy of the game. Each generation likes the ORIGINAL version of the classic game in question. Such as Zelda, Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Mario Brothers, and more. ...

FMP: Little Miss

I'm not a big fan of Sugarland. They're more poppy and obnoxious than anything. But on occasion, they get it right, like with Little Miss.

Actual music starts around 1:30.

A Girl In Gameland

Today's post in Gamer Girl Week comes from fellow gamer, writer, and Twitter buddy, Melinda VanLone. Thanks for stopping by Melinda!


A Girl In Gameland
By Melinda VanLone

I am a gamer. I say it proudly these days, although there once was a time I hid it away from prying eyes. I didn’t like the odd stares and the raised eyebrows when I mentioned it. As if my hobby were somehow less worthy than the next person’s because it took place on a computer. They’d often ask me why I played online games in...

FMP: Not My Friend - Norah Jones

I Am A Gamer

It's Gamer Girl month and do I have a treat for you! Check down at the bottom for more information on prizes and other exciting stuff!


From top left, clockwise: Skyrim, City of Villains, SWTOR, SWTOR, SWG, SWTOR
Yes, that's right. I'm a girl, and I'm a gamer. I play video games. Every day. Crazy, right?

Well, it turns out that it's not so crazy. Being a gamer used to be something I was ashamed of. I bought into the stereotypical idea that people who played video games were losers. But in this da...

FMP: Heartbroken - Meaghan Smith

This week's From My Playlist is Meaghan Smith's Heartbroken. Smith is a fantabulous artist and there are very few songs on her The Cricket's Orchestra album that I don't absolutely love. I'm sure you'll be seeing her here again.(Note: This video adds an extra drum loop into the background. The original song is much better.)

COYS

Tottenham and Liverpool played in Baltimore Saturday. I had a front row seat, right near the player entrance to the field.  There was a lot of red in the crowd. Of the 43,000 people there, I'd say at least 2/3 were Liverpool fans. But that's alright. We Spurs supporters held our own. Somebody wore an Arsenal shirt in the THFC section. He provided entertainment for many of the rowdier gentlemen. It was a good goalless game considering temperatures were up around 100 and the players looked...