For those who don't know a lot about me, I am a wife, mom to three, and a student. When my mom passed last August, I dropped classes as soon as I could and have been trying to do what I can to resolve all of the issues that have come up since her passing. I played a bit more before Summer started because I didn't have classes. Now the kids are with me during the Summer and it is almost impossible to go out and play on a regular basis. It stinks!
I have a son that is almost 12 (MoonGnome22) that is a L8 and has been the same level for well over a year now. He plays when I beg him to play (for my benefit, really). Then I have my twirls (twin girls, MadBlueKitty and MadUnicorn) that just turned 7 and both are L6 (barely). MadUnicorn is my most enthusiastic player. On her 7th birthday she wanted to get to L7 but it just got too late at night - but she did get a lot closer. She likes to play Ingress with me because usually it is just the two of us, and she loves her time alone with me. Ideally, I would love to see them both get to L8 before the end of the Summer, but that is highly unlikely.
My game has come to a virtual stand-still. I get my daily hack in and play sporadically when I run errands, but MercuryMaiden feels almost retired from the game right now... but I promise you, I am not.
After doing intel for Shonin Orlando and Persepolis DC, combined with my availability to play, I simply don't have the desire to push a car load of kids to join me for AP grabs. I'm a L13 player and it will be a long while before I see 14, so I'm not hurting.
I have quietly backed away from virtually all G+ Hangouts, but am still available if needed. You know how to find me.
As always, I am happy to help new players or help seasoned players with something when needed. So just because you don't see my name on the scanner very often, it doesn't mean I am gone. In fact, I'm keeping my eye on you all ;-)
Have a wonderful Summer, everyone!
