Now, when I say the word gamer what comes to mind? Do you visualize a normal, everyday, fun-loving guy? Or, do you see an anti-social, pale, scrawny kid? More than most likely the latter. Many people see gaming as a waste of time and look at any one who plays games as a waste of time. From the outside looking it, this is what it seems like. But what most "non-gamers" don't see is what people do outside of playing games. Most of us who play together are friends in the real world, and gaming is a way for us to stay connected even when we aren't "together." Personally gaming has actually got me closer to some people. Some people I was friends with before have became my best friends that I am with on almost a daily basis.
What else people don't see is what we do for the other 90% of our lives. After some hear that they are no longer interested in anything else we have to say. Personally, I am a firefighter and also a volunteer at a rescue squad. My best friend, whom I play with frequently, is in paramedic school and a volunteer at the same rescue squad. Three of the others I play with are all enlisted in the armed forces, one in the army and two in the navy. Gaming is a way that no matter where we go, we will be able to log onto xbox live and connect with each other and enjoy each other's company.
I understand there are many stereotypes but this is one I've seen happen to many people almost daily and I wanted to give my personal opinion on it. I hope this has given you insight into "our" world.
Thanks! :)
Dylan
