I never was a gamer. I remember playing pong and a few other early games but nothing since really. The kids had some when they were young, but I didn’t play much at all.

I enjoyed pinball and foosball when I was younger. But mostly we were outside playing games in our youth. We made games up, we played traditional sports games. We rode bikes a lot before there were special bikes meant for riding trails and doing jumps. We road skateboards that were a flat piece of wood with wheels so thin it required massive skill just to stay on let alone do tricks with.

I have nothing against the games except they aren’t done in moderation and mixed with other activities like getting outside and off the floor or couch. I’m glad my children found a good balance, and I think they will teach their children a good balance.

Maybe when I get very old and can’t get off the couch, I’ll take up gaming. Till then, I’ll pass.