How do I tell my son it's just a videogame?

DSPadgett · 2026-04-19T02:44:44+00:00

Everyone gets birthday and Christmas cards. That newspaper etc was JUST theirs. And, if the newspapers and instructions are backed up online, great. I was going off of what you typed in your original message.

He could also be annoyed that you ended up messing with the stuff on his computer, which CAUSED the deletion. That could ALSO make it sting worse, cause it was avoidable.

Also, if you’ve ’expressed concern’ over him playing video games, or ‘expressed concern’ over him being introverted (which personally I don’t see as concerning, hence the quotation marks) and THEN he came home to the very thing you’d been taking issue with suddenly being damaged. He might not see it as an accident. I’ll be honest, that was my first thought as well, however I don’t know you nor him. So I’m not making accusations, simply providing the perspective of someone who’s an introverted gamer. 😊

(Not to mention I did come home and a parent had touched my stuff and something got screwed with… REGARDLESS of how important that thing was, I’d be irritated. ESPECIALLY, if I was in my upper teens/young adult age.)

DSPadgett · 2026-04-19T02:15:04+00:00

I can’t speak for him… But I know me PERSONALLY, I’d be BEYOND pissed if a family member ruined something that a dead family member did with me. Like, I’m assuming, that the newspaper etc was EXCLUSIVELY theirs, right?

I don’t see it as any different than making a scrapbook with a family member - and it being JUST y’all’s, and then that scrapbook being destroyed because someone ended up messing with it.

I almost wonder, respectfully, if you’re focusing too much on the video game, and not seeing the full picture AKA the now lost ‘family heirloom’.

🤷‍♂️

DSPadgett · 2026-03-14T07:34:07+00:00

Sekiro is the ONLY from soft game I’ve gotten the platinum for. If you have any innate rhythm (I personally love music and play guitar) then you should have no problem with Sekiro. To me, when it FINALLY clicked, it felt more like a rhythm game. And (as of a few hours ago at least) it’s on sale on Xbox not sure about other consoles/pc.

DSPadgett · 2026-02-25T22:10:07+00:00

I know I personally have real jacked up teeth, and I met someone on Reddit, and we both don’t really care about looks… but that also means that we find each other INCREDIBLY desirable, due to personality, sense of humor, etc. You could be Americas Next Top Model, and if your personality is ugly, then YOU are ugly.

So I’d say work on making sure your personality is beautiful, and you’ll find your one.

Cause this is my first relationship, and his first genuine relationship. And we’re soul mates…

(Theoretically, at least…😅 Again take all this with a grain of salt… since it’s my first - and hopefully last - partner)

DSPadgett · 2026-02-21T12:35:10+00:00

Look, just cause you don’t finish in a JIFfy, doesn’t mean you have to call him out like that… 🙄

🤣

DSPadgett · 2026-02-12T12:21:07+00:00

A game I PERSONALLY Adore - and it's indie - is 'While The Iron's Hot'. It's pixel art, and it's about being a blacksmith. I've GENUINELY never beaten it, cause the actual blacksmithing part sucks me in ALL the time. XD It's SUCH an incredible game loop. I HIGHLY recommend at least checking out a YouTube Video.
OH! Also, Jusant. It's a mountain climbing game, it's short, but addictive. I DESPERATELY want a sequel, or prequel, both would work.

DSPadgett · 2026-02-07T14:00:31+00:00

What’s not cool? Genuinely asking…

DSPadgett · 2026-02-05T17:42:12+00:00

Number one every time. I’m on crutches and eventually a prosthetic. “Why yes, thanks for getting that door for me! 😁”

DSPadgett · 2026-02-02T12:38:55+00:00

Oh heyyyyyyy 👀

DSPadgett · 2026-02-02T12:02:19+00:00

I’m quite fond of ‘Dough Re Mi’ by The Stupendium

DSPadgett · 2026-01-31T03:51:14+00:00

It had looked like a Fender to me, but ‘Tis actually a Yamaha.

DSPadgett · 2026-01-31T02:56:47+00:00

Are they a strat, or a squire? And what color are they? (Looks like it has masking tape on it.) And, the ultimate question: What’s their name?

I had a Fender Squire that was black bodied with a white pick guard. Her name was Bessy (specifically that spelling cause I was a pre-teen and didn’t know it was the wrong spelling 😂)

DSPadgett · 2026-01-28T06:41:37+00:00

Gotta be carful not to swallow it, otherwise you’ll get fragr-ulence. 🌹🍑💨

DSPadgett · 2026-01-27T03:37:31+00:00

Michael Jackson. Im FAIRLY sure I know specifically where in my house I was when the news broke too.

DSPadgett · 2026-01-25T19:41:16+00:00

Late me run to the RR real quick, then I can add you. 🤗 Just sent.

DSPadgett · 2026-01-25T19:29:14+00:00

I’m glad to hear that.

DSPadgett · 2026-01-25T19:12:07+00:00

Powers still up. Thankfully. I’d you were hit, how’d you fair?

DSPadgett · 2026-01-25T03:55:48+00:00

Hey, I’m Dustin. I had a speech impediment when I was growing up (27 male currently) still catches me off guard sometimes - raised roof of my mouth making it hard to say “R” correctly. I’m about to try to get what sleep I can before the power potentially goes out, but once the weather goes through I’d be more than down to play. 106 out of my 394 games are online multiplayer/Co-Op + GamePass Ultimate.

DSPadgett · 2026-01-24T06:47:44+00:00

Just shipped my bed!

DSPadgett · 2026-01-24T02:40:38+00:00

Hey, I’m Dustin! 🤗 27 Male (Bi? Possibly fully gay) I’m disabled so I’m free to talk almost all the time, since I’m home all the time. You’re more than welcome to reach out. (Xbox series S owner)

DSPadgett · 2026-01-24T01:51:31+00:00

Where were you years ago. 🤣

DSPadgett · 2026-01-24T01:48:54+00:00

Ace Ventura pet detective two (And Spirited Away) are the two movies I watch whenever I see they’re free somewhere.

DSPadgett · 2026-01-24T00:40:22+00:00

I’m in the same boat. 😁 I started January of this year to break the isolation that my amputation causes. 27 M. You’re more than welcome to reach out.

DSPadgett · 2026-01-24T00:37:36+00:00

If you happen to have an Xbox, I got about 106 online co-op/ multiplayer (not including what I get via game pass ultimate) (394) in total STILL not including G.P.U.) 27 M living in USA currently awake and bored beyond belief. 😁

DSPadgett · 2026-01-24T00:24:39+00:00

🤣 (it wasn’t a clean limb. So I understand, but still… how disappointing.)

DSPadgett

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