Application Conqueror Gifts

"So many FANTASTIC applicants, where do we start!"

Rage.

Road sign: 'No Passing Zone... This, too, shall pass.'

Homo Gamus

One man's obstacle is another man's stepping stone.

Gamers

Second lifeReal life.

"Our Rupert has swopped his gaming console for bagpipes...it gets us out of the house more often."

'I know the answer. I just need a moment to come to grips with it.'

"I know you're scared, but you can do this! Remember that time I had to clean up after you and I didn't have a bag and had to use leaves?! I was so afraid, but I did it…"

"I have a huge Algebra final tomorrow. I know I'm gonna fail."

Need an elevated state of mind too!

Mountain climbers face a closed route.

"Sure, I pray all the time... English test, Math test, History test...."

'Hand over the last one now kid or you're getting my fist for Christmas!'

'These new video games are getting out of hand...'

'I think I'm decisive. Can I get back to you on that?'

"I'm so overloaded with emails, just one monitor wasn't enough to handle them all."

"Damn it, Gwendolyn, you know when you married me I only moved one square at a time."

'We like to find just the right slot for our people.'

"...and how often do you feel monkas?"

"Nice hopping. Now what?"

"You go pillage. I can loot from here."

Climbing the mountain up towards business opportunities.

"I reached Level Three of Super Mario Brothers!"

Contest to enter the University

"Thanks for the offer... but I'd rather see if tech support can get my computer running."

'I can see you're going to be a bit of a challenge.'

"Please fill out these medical forms, which are identical to the ones you filled out earlier online, and have the exact same questions your doctor will ask you later in the exam room."

What brings you to therapy, Mr. Park? I'm stuck. Dr. Noodle. I'm paralyzed. I'm not making any progress. Honestly, I'm lost in the trees. I've lost sight of my goals. My health units are low. Units? Unseen enemies are everywhere. I can't sleep. I'm not eating. You're not making sense. Who am I kidding? You're right. The truth? Fine, I admit it. I can't get past level 5!!! I don't do video game counseling. If my mom loved me more, I'd be able to find more ammo.

"I ran out of answers before she ran out of questions."

Computer Gamers.

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"Yes! I defeated the invading forces! I am master and commander... I am a warlord!"

'Going back to work now that the kids are grown is one thing, Martha. Mounting a hostile takeover bid of my company is another!'