217: What Are Little Girls Made Of?

[Smokescreen]

OK, it's a nice story and it's told well--but how does it apply to gaming?

The Escapist isn't entirely about gaming. Witness the sections on movies, music, etc.

Yeah, which is why I said,
"I ask this question because while I think there's a place for a broad range of stories and moments at the Escapist, because I think that games can touch all of us in interesting ways, this particular story feels all about a personal connection that doesn't provide any reflection to a broader experience of Star Trek and how it affects our lives (in a broad stroke) science fiction, or gaming."

This story does a lot, but it emphasizes the personal and doesn't provide a jump off point to the broader connection.

 

[Alpha Centauri]

Thats a nice story, it brightened my evening

 

[Pitcard]

OK, it's a nice story and it's told well--but how does it apply to gaming?

The Escapist isn't entirely about gaming. Witness the sections on movies, music, etc.

Yeah, which is why I said,
"I ask this question because while I think there's a place for a broad range of stories and moments at the Escapist, because I think that games can touch all of us in interesting ways, this particular story feels all about a personal connection that doesn't provide any reflection to a broader experience of Star Trek and how it affects our lives (in a broad stroke) science fiction, or gaming."

This story does a lot, but it emphasizes the personal and doesn't provide a jump off point to the broader connection.

I'm going to have to disagree. While the experiences she shared with her father may be unique to her, the emotions that shine through her words touch many people here more than any video game editorial or Zero Punctuation review could ever could (Sorry Yahtzee!). The fact of the matter is that this article DID reach a broad audience. I believe this is the first time that I have ever created an account at 2 AM just to voice my 2 cents on a matter, and goes to show you that writing doesn't just have to be about games. I can't speak for others, but when I come to a game-central site such as this, and find an article with so much heart and soul, it makes me feel great.

My words can't express how much I enjoyed this article, beautifully written and straight from the bottom of your heart. I can honestly tell you that your article is one of the best I have read on the web.

My Uncle shared a bond with my brother and I through means of videogames and movies. He sparked my love for all things science fiction, and I know how invaluable a person like this can be, as a friend and as a family member as well. I'm sorry to hear that you lost your father in almost the same way I lost my Uncle, in a battle with cancer a few years ago. I'm sure he would have loved to see the new Star Trek film too, and I regret that he won't.

Anyways I guess I should wrap this up. Thank you for sharing your story with everybody, it impacts some of us more than you could ever know. I look forward to reading more of your work in the future, please keep up the phenominal work.

 

[ripper13catie]

Thank you so much!

Actually, thank everyone so much. The response to this article has been absolutely overwhelming--I was thrilled to see that you liked it so much! Your comments, emails (and phone calls) have been much appreciated.

~Catie