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This is Important: CISPA is Back
Written on February 20, 2013
in Internet, Technology
In general, I try to avoid politics on this site. But when one of the worst bits of internet legislation makes a return to the house floor, I need to do whatever I can to spread the word. CISPA (Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act) is a bill that will allow companies to
Can We Talk About the Mass Effect Ending?
Written on February 19, 2013
in Games, Media, Video Games
The end of Mass Effect caused a fandom revolt. To the degree that Bioware offered an Extended Cut DLC to offer fans some closure. This wasn’t enough for some fans, but personally, I loved the ending. Argh, here there be spoilers.
5 on Friday: 5 Games That Stick With You
Written on February 15, 2013
in 5 on Friday, Games, Media, The Usual, Video Games
There are some games that just stick with you. Like a good book they encompass you in their world, make you care about the characters, and they make you think. These games are games that stick with you, long after you’ve stopped playing. There have been several games like this for me
What Makes a Gamer?
Written on February 13, 2013
in Games, Geek Girl, Internet, Media, Tabletop Games, Technology, Video Games
I’ve been thinking a great deal lately about what it means to be a gamer. I’ve started playing more games lately, and spending a considerable amount of time doing so. I use Fitocracy because I love the “leveling up” aspect. I use EpicWin as my to-do list for the same reason. I
Rant: The Decline of Split Screen Games
Written on February 11, 2013
in Games, Media, Video Games
I’ve been gaming a lot more recently. It’s a mixed bag of good and bad. I’m not passively watching TV, I’m actively problem solving which is good. But I’ve also not been making things, which is bad. The Mass Effect Trilogy may be the reason I’m updating less here too (and by
Shit My Husband Says: Golden Axe
Written on February 10, 2013
in Media, Shit My Husband Says, The Usual, Video Games
I recently bought the Sonic Ultimate Genesis Collection to have some fun multiplayer games to play with my husband. This was our discussion while playing Streets of Rage. Me: We should play Golden Axe, it’s way better (switches game over). Him: This is just Streets of Rage with Dwarfs…..IS THAT A DRAGON!
Leveling Up: Achievement Unlocked – Five Pounds Down
Written on February 7, 2013
in Geek Culture, Geek Fitness, Geek Health
Sorry I haven’t been writing Leveling Up posts lately. It’s been a lot of “stay the course” boring stuff like counting calories and working out. Although, I have to admit, my working out motivation has been low lately. I need to get my butt into gear and work on my off skates
Service Review: CPR Cell Phone Repair Review – Carmel
Written on February 5, 2013
in Mobile, Reviews, Service Reviews, Technology
Disclaimer: I after I broke my iPhone I went to CPR to get it fixed. I didn’t mention writing a review, or get any kind of discount. I just looked them up when I drove by one day. As much as I loved my Android phone as a pocket computer, the lack
In Pictures: Naptown Roller Girls are Looking for Love in Alderaan Places
Written on February 4, 2013
in Around Indy, Derby
I had planned on getting you guys some awesome shots at the Naptown Roller Girls “Looking for Love in Alderaan Places” bout this past Saturday. However, when I got there, I found I had forgotten to put an SD card in my DSLR. This left me with my iPhone (and having my iPhone camera
5 on Friday: Valentine’s Day Gifts for Geek Girls
Written on February 1, 2013
in 5 on Friday, Geek Girl, Media, Tabletop Games, The Usual, Video Games
Flowers and chocolate, while appreciated, lack a bit of thought. It’s something you can swing by the drugstore on the way home and pick up. If you really want to make an impression on the geek girl in your life, try some of these options. Most of these come from various Etsy