What I'm thankful for today is Animal Crossing on the Wii. Before you judge me, I need to backtrack so you understand.For over four years, Jer and I lived in Virginia. We were a 3 hour drive from my younger sister, Emily, and a 4 hour drive from my older sister, Julie, and her family. I love Julie's kids. Having family nearby while in the military is lucky. Julie and her family, and Emily were the highlight of living in Virginia.
When we moved away, it was really sad for everyone. There were tears. It was sad for me too to leave them all, but it's almost always easier to be the person leaving than be the one(s) left behind.
Anyway, Julie's husband, Steve, bought Animal Crossing and plays it frequently. Soon the kids also started playing it. A few weeks ago I decided to buy the game because I knew they had it. I've enjoyed the game myself, but the best part is getting online with the game. I can go through a tunnel and visit Steve's Animal Crossing town. I have played with 2 nephews and 1 niece this way. We run around the town, picking fruit and selling it, talking to the townsfolk, and typing things our characters say to each other. It's actually been a delight! I've called Julie a couple of times just so one of the kids will get on the game so we can play together.
I love that I can live thousands of miles away and still play a game with my nephews and niece. And it's fun. Thank you, Animal Crossing!
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One clarification. We bought the game last Christmas for Hannah. She convinced me to set up my own character and since then I have been addicted. It is such a passive game that it helps me unwind at night!
Brilliant! Tim suggested us to do that but different game. That sounds FUN. :D
Steve, thanks for the clarification!
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