When I was a teenager, the fact that adults were the largest demographic of gamers was cited as an alarming trend. Video games were (and maybe still are) considered child's play. I don't play video games much anymore, but I do recognize the value that can be found in them. As I share a few stories from my younger days, I'll highlight the lessons that can be drawn from them. Video games might be child's play, but they also hold the capacity to prepare one for the realities of life.. if one is paying attention.