Comments on: Are Virtual Gamers Mocking the American Cancer Society?

By: Sean Petit

Sean Petit — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 19:06:21 +0000

Your opening attempt at what I can only assume is satire is poorly done and far too long. By the second paragraph, I was convinced that you were sincerely misinformed and stopped reading. Too bad the iReport doesn't review these reports and reject poor writing. Sadly, you sabotaged your own cause with this one.

Lesson in journalism: get to the point and avoid gimmicks.

By: jen

jen — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 18:07:25 +0000

while I appreciate the coverage of my favorite fundraising event, 5 paragraphs of fluff and "cuteness" probably isn't the best way to start this piece off. No one reads that far down! You could have mentioned the 110K in the 2nd paragraph and gone from there.

By: Donna Dagostino

Donna Dagostino — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 02:13:29 +0000

Thank YOU! I was deeply moved GOD BLESS All of the Teams associated with RFL. I know how much planning goes into 1 event and many many teams well all the teams do multiple events...and all of them wouldnt want to be doing anythng else. *HUGZ*

By: Gemma Cleasnslate

Gemma Cleasnslate — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 02:08:17 +0000

So sorry I missed the prom. I would have liked to have given you a kiss!! Second life is also a real life !

By: Trader1 Whiplash

Trader1 Whiplash — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:45:00 +0000

It is unfortuane that CaSimone chose to open her very well written blog with a (hopefully) satirical approach. i seriously doubt that the American Cancer Society or the over 1000 Second Life Relayers would be very pleased by the inflammatory nature of her headline and first few pargraphs.

As a four – year relayer in SL, a Cancer Survivor and Corporate Sponsorship Chair of this year's Relay in SL I know that not only is our Relay for real but for many who can not relay in a physical world it is the ONLY way they can participate.

Second Life is borderless, and provides a scope that is only as limited as ones imagination. As such it affords Relay for Life so many oppotunites beyond what can be achieved in a local venue. ACS has seen its benefits and has been the beneficiary of more than $300,000 since the first Sl relay in 2005! With 30 days left until our 'walk', this years teams have raised over $120,000 and total grows each moment.

Unfortunately for the casual reader or headline scanner all of our efforts have been categorzied a Mockery! It is sad and unfortunate and as a result all the good feelings expressed by the writer in the body can not overcome the sting of her slap in the beginning.

I will continue to Relay in SL and I will do all I can to encourage others to support and participate. Cancer knows No Borders and Neither does Relay for Life of Second Life!

By: Jeff Montegut

Jeff Montegut — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 05:12:19 +0000

Beautifully written and wonderfully illustrated post here. I will definitely link to this blog from RelayForLife.org.
And I will be at the Relay For Life of Second Life. And this event makes me so proud to work for the American Cancer Society.

By: Randy

Randy — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:32:24 +0000

I love that you have so much passion for the Relay and for your community. Your involvement is a beacon of exactly what the virtual space could be if caring and concerend residents took it upon themselves to rally for good causes. It is refreshing to see such positive publicity around SL.

By: Oryx Tempel

Oryx Tempel — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:09:47 +0000

How lovely! I'm sorry I missed Prom Night; I'm sure it was a great success. Second Life has become a wonderful venue for charities and charitable donations. Many of us have favorite charities, and participate in events dedicated to them. I've seen events held for Medicins Sans Frontiers, Relay for Life, and I've worked with a friend to help raise over USD 800, which was sent to Heifer International to buy animals for less fortunate families. What's great about SL giving is that anyone can donate a few quarters or dimes; when the thousands and thousands of quarters and dimes add up, Second Life residents gain a powerful and meaningful voice. I'm proud to be a part of that community.