Since this post is coming on the long heels of my 'Evolution of a Gamer' post, I will be brief. Everything mentioned in the 30 years post was due to Mr. Gygax. Without his vision and dedication to creating an entire industry, I am sure my hours would have been taken up with strip clubs, booze, and drugs I am sure (ok maybe not). It gave me an escape that I needed during tough times, and some of the most happiest moments of my life were spent around a gaming table. It gave me friends, and family. It brought me Jhi, the love of my life. Most of the good things in my life have come from relationships formed because of the game. Your and Dave's brainchild, that you saw fit to share with us.
To Gary:
Thank you. A wise man once told me, "Work is love made visible," and that statement is more true than ever with you. The time, work, and dedication to your creation caught the attention and imaginations of young people everywhere. Your imagination touched all of us. And like the butterflies wings or ripples in a pond, that touch will go on long after your parting from our mortal realm. Gamers will continue to enjoy a hobby that allows them to explore the reaches of the human spirit and for that you will be remembered. Rest easy, and if you have a chance check back in and drop a spark or two of imagination my way.
K
PS - I fired up iTunes while writing this and it played 'I will not go quietly' by Don Henley :)
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
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