Tag Archives: New York City

Tragically Unhip

Posted on October 30, 2006 by Meg

Most days, I don’t feel like an adult. I think that’s because I play games all day. As the teacher, it’s even more important to spit out my gum before class, and I have to remember to confiscate cards instead … Continue reading →

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Young (Again)

Posted on October 29, 2006 by Meg

The other day, Young brought in his homework on Roman numerals from another class. I thought he wanted me to help him out with it, but he told me he was giving it to me because I like Rome! Of … Continue reading →

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Chinese Blogging

Posted on October 28, 2006 by Meg

The Chinese Blogger Conference is in Hangzhou this weekend. I wonder if any panels are discussing that Blogger/Blogspot is blocked again in China.

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Murlocs and Dating

Posted on October 25, 2006 by Meg

Just letting you know that my article on MMORPGs and relationships is now on WomenGamers.com

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No Yes No

Posted on October 22, 2006 by Meg

I played a cool game with my preteen kids yesterday. I don’t know if I’ve written about them before. Their office nickname is The Drips, and their hobbies are plagiarism, monosyllabic answers and blank stares. Last week, 7 out of … Continue reading →

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South Park WoW

Posted on October 17, 2006 by Meg

If you haven’t already seen it, go watch the World Of WarCraft South Park episode. South Park usually walks the fine line between hilarious and mind-blowingly stupid, and this one is definitely on the right side.

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Shopping Retrospective

Posted on October 16, 2006 by Meg

Grocery shopping in February: AM I REALLY SUPPOSED TO EAT THIS? Grocery shopping in May: Niu nai ma? Milk, yeah? Grocery shopping in August: Cao mei suan nai zai nali? Where’s the strawberry yogurt? Grocery shopping in October: Wo kan … Continue reading →

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Secret Skills Of An RPG Nerd

Posted on October 15, 2006 by Meg

As part of my quest to make my students more creative, my elementary-age kids played a little boardgame in class today. Basically, you race through the board, landing on squares and saying what time you do various activities, like going … Continue reading →

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Yes, We Have No Bananas

Posted on October 10, 2006 by Meg

Zorro and I go to New Hut Place pretty often, at least once a week. Their menu lists a sugar-fried banana dish that we always try to order. At least once a week, we are told that they have no … Continue reading →

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Care Package In Action

Posted on October 6, 2006 by Meg

Thanks for the markers, Katie and Scep!

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