I don’t play a lot of video games. That’s not terribly upsetting, since I was never a real hard-core gamer anyway. I like video games, but I’m not really that good at them. I’m more of the turn-on-God-mode-to-see-what-the-end-is-like type of gamer. No, that’s not for everyone, but it works for me.

So even though I don’t play them, I do like to read about the games. One of the feeds in my reader is Penny Arcade. Well, imagine my surprise when I read this – an article about Child’s Play. Between 2003 and 2010, Child’s Play has managed to raise $8.9 million. That’s an outstanding contribution from the gaming world.

But it’s something that makes me happy/sad. These kids are going through terrible illnesses that no one should have to endure. Let’s say this: they’re not buying consoles and games for kids in the Dr.’s office with runny noses. This is big-time illness.

I encourage you to check out Child’s Play. Give them a few bucks. Stand in awe of the healing power of Mario Kart.