This is really hard for me to admit to people.
I hate people looking down on me for things I can't control. So this is partly why I've always kept this to myself. The shame of people finding out and mocking me is almost too much. But the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem. So here it goes...
There are only a handful of things in this world that bring me joy: my family, music, my friends, and... Pokèmon
My name is Michael and I'm a recovering Pokèholic.
Whew... that feels better already.
It's true. I like Pokèmon just a little too much to just stop playing. It was cool in elementary school until about 5th grade, when everyone abandoned their virtual teammates for real sports.
But not me.
I continued my obsession into middle and high school. If my dislike for organized sports involving a ball was deemed "ridiculous" by some, I can only imagine what they might've thought about me secretly playing Pokèmon into the dead of night.
Now why do I like a game that is geared towards adolescent pre-teens? For one because the storyline is an awesome/completely crazy concept. How many mothers would let their 10 year old children travel the world accompanied by a team of six monsters summoned by throwing out a mechanical ball? Seriously, it was like my childhood dream to battle adults and bad guys alike for the honor and glory of becoming the greatest Pokèmon Master in the world.
But honestly I think I go back to Pokèmon because it reminds me of simpler times.
When I was carefree and naive...
Before I was expected to work full-time and pay taxes and contribute to society...
It's just a small reminder that even in all the hustle of life, I can still be amazed and filled with childlike wonder when I play a game.
Now that I've confessed to my addiction, what about you? Is there something in your life that some feel you've outgrown but you cling to because it reminds you of your childhood? Respond in the comments!
And until next time, have a good day!
Hmm......I would have to say pretty bottles. I love looking at them. Reminds me of my grandmother who sold Avon and always had pretty bottles around.
ReplyDeleteHeck no! I haven't outgrown any of my child-like addictions. I love them too much. And I think it's great that you play Pokemon.
ReplyDeletebubbles and bouncy balls... always fun :D
ReplyDeleteWhere should I start? I think my addictions to childhood things has gotten worse since becoming a mother. I like to tell people that I have to stay part-child in order to raise one ;)
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