Category Archives: jibberish

My favorite talk of the conference had to be Miguel Sicart’s talk “Against Proceedurality” – I am posting my disjointed notes below, but what I liked the most about the talk was the idea that we need to look past the game structure and mechanics (rules, design, etc) and look towards the role of theContinue reading “Quick Notes from Miguel Sicart’s Presentation”

I know there are hundreds of these stories out there, but every time I read one, I am absolutely appalled at people’s absolute stupidity…. The dangers of relying on technology blindly – I think Darwin is trying really, really hard….but when your GPS tells you to drive into a freakin’ marsh,      maybe….. justContinue reading “Relying on Technology”

I have not been blogging much as deadlines approach quicker than I imagined. Working on a draft of my dissertation (for January), and trying to put together a postdoctoral funding application at the same time is enough to make anyone’s brain explode. Couple that with a September chalk full of birthdays (many within my immediateContinue reading “Working Girl”

As usual, I got a little sidetracked and stumbled upon this little collection of vintage adds. There were a lot of smoking ones – crazy how much things have changed. Here are a few stand outs: I want to be offended – yet I laugh – what does that say about me!

For as many years as I can remember, I have always looked at Wonder Woman in awe and amazement. Her iconic outfit a symbol of both sexiness and power (at least in my eyes) and of course, one of the best hallowe’en superhero costumes (comes equipped with great power cuffs, a lasso and a fabulousContinue reading “A Sad Day for Superheroes (imo)”

Seems they have added a new icon to on Environment Canada. Today, a chance of Fire in the forecast … hmm; and people doubt the apocalypse! *note: it is due to nearby forest fires and the smoke in the air – but still … I think it is the first time I see it asContinue reading “Today’s Forecast”

I know this is completely random, but I have always loved hockey. Grew up watching it with my father.  Go to as many games as I can afford. Living in Montreal, there is no better place to love hockey with our beloved Montreal Canadiens. The city buses have scrolling messages of congratulations to the ‘lesContinue reading “I Love Hockey”

That has always been a debate in our household. My partner – who is an avid gamer and sci-fi consumer, classifies himself as a geek within this debate (this might come as a shock to those who know him). He always classifies me as a nerd (due to my book-reading, academic ways). He has oftenContinue reading “Geek or Nerd”

Had a great two days earlier this week at the Montreal International Games Summit. Although it was slated as an ‘industry’ event, I really found the talks interesting, and made me think about a few things in regards to the way I am approaching my doctoral work. As any good conference, it was also greatContinue reading “MiGS, Exams & Holidays”

The Montreal Mirror has always had great horoscopes. I have cut out a few over the years – stuck them up on my bulletin board for future readings. While I am (no longer) a big astrological gal, this one is a great reminder of how long things really take to succeed: To create a pearl, anContinue reading “Everything Takes Time…”