Thanks for this inspiring blog Djwheat. This gives me the hope in gaming and doing what I really love. I hope we all don't burn out and continue to contribute for esports to prosper. Good luck!

mrhh

50 Posts

June 01 2011 07:15 GMT

#283

You are awsome djwheat!
I have enjoyed your casting for years, in quake, cpma and even warsow!
Keep up the good work!

PresenceSc2

Australia4032 Posts

June 01 2011 07:32 GMT

#284

On May 29 2011 01:56 Vortigan wrote:
great read. NASL should pick up Wheat. He's easily one of the best casters out there!

ummm..... i think he is busy enuf @_@

Tosho

Australia498 Posts

June 01 2011 08:28 GMT

#285

I just want to say thanks, I have a lot of respect for everything you do both in e-sports and balancing it in your life.

b0ub0u

Canada445 Posts

June 01 2011 16:19 GMT

#286

I am always amazed at the level of passion this game bring to everyone.

Wheat you are simply living your life the way you want it and trying to pursue your dreams.. go for it!

This is truly an inspiring everyday story...

Respect dude!

KrIzZzY

Morocco20 Posts

June 01 2011 17:19 GMT

#287

Are you sure you only chat or play games with your wifey ?
Hiding something from us aren't you little wheaty

Tracedragon

United States948 Posts

June 01 2011 18:08 GMT

#288

So inspiring, djWHEAT... thank you. ^^

Cadaver!!

Hungary390 Posts

June 01 2011 18:44 GMT

#289

I hope you can make it full-time, you'd deserve it most certainly!

As for myself, I'd actually like to have an unchallenging, predictable job, since that would allow me to have time, and vitality for all the passions I have.

deathserv

United States228 Posts

June 02 2011 00:15 GMT

#290

Thanks for sharing Marcus. I am a fan of your casting (I think you have a great "radio voice") and I had been wondering what your background was. Keep up the good work.

As I'm about to enter my third year of law school, I am happy to know that some out there are able to achieve a nice work/hobby balance!

ct2299

380 Posts

June 02 2011 01:34 GMT

#291

Great post Wheat. I think you really shed some light on eSports and while it may be disheartening for some that an individual still can't make a living entirely off the SC2 eSports scene (aside from being an actual progamer), I think it's something a lot of people need to know. I sometimes have a feeling that more and more younger adults are beginning to think it's actually a viable means to life.

Can't agree more with finding someone who supports you though. If they don't agree with your personal interests, you'll be fighting with them every step of the way to do what you love, which really makes it a big problem as time goes on.

anzient

Denmark119 Posts

June 02 2011 11:42 GMT

#292

You should stop casting and spend more time with your family.

JingleHell

United States11308 Posts

June 02 2011 13:14 GMT

#293

Being one of the guys aspiring to be a bigger part of the E-sports scene that may have inspired this blog, I have to say, awesome read, and great perspective. I asked you about getting into casting specifically because you do have a family, which makes your input a bit closer to home for me.

Even with a slightly different sort of setup, being a stay-at-home dad on disability, I agree entirely, when you have a passion, especially a crazy, time and tech involved one, having a significant other who can really get behind you is a must if you're going to have a significant other at all.

I guess I'm lucky in a way, after reading that, I get to spend my whole day with my son, who frequently watches tournament VODs sitting in my lap.

Valckrie

United Kingdom533 Posts

June 02 2011 17:37 GMT

#294

Nice blog, I have newfound respect for your dedication and commitment to what you enjoy most; keep it up!

hoepie

United Kingdom96 Posts

June 02 2011 23:07 GMT

#295

major props dude, you are an inspiration to us all.

much love for all you do, keep fighting for your dreams, makin it happen like a baws! <3

Tusk

Canada427 Posts

June 03 2011 19:52 GMT

#296

djWHEAT is awesome.

I know it's not as much time as you'd like, the time you spend with miniwheat, but it's pretty clear that he has a good home and two loving parents, so he'll grow up fine.

I think often now people equate good family with "lots of time spent together", when it's more about whether there is a good loving connection between everyone in the family.

RocketBOy

15 Posts

June 04 2011 07:52 GMT

#297

Inspiring ? How is this in anyway aspiring. He clearly admits he's barely giving his family the attention and time he needs. What kind of development will any kid receive when he barely sees his dad? I don't know how old your son is but the ages of birth to three are the most important developmentally for a child both mentally and emotionally. I'm sorry you have to work a full time job and do hope you get to one day live your dream of doing e sports solely but this is no excuse to neglect what should be the most important part of your life man. Your family and especially your son , those years aren't coming back , those missed moments you will look back on in ten , fifteen years and you will regret it , but then it will just be too late. I'm sorry but your priorities as a father a husband and a man are just screwed up. Again good luck to you in your future , but think about what's really important.

I know a lot of people will give me flack on this , but hey about half if not more on here are college kids who don't have a family or a mortgage or even real bills , so that is expected.

Take it from a filmmaker who made the mistake of putting his career before family , my wife enventually left me for not putting her and the child first. I did win her back but that was after being humbled to my core and realizing its just a career , just a film , or in star craft just a game. Your wife is supportative , and that's great , but so was mine. Don't miss out on the greatest and largest task a man can do and that is to raise a son who will make the world a better place one day.

Keep doing e sports , but just think about how important those two people are to you , nothing in life is as important. sorry for any typos and good luck with your future life.

TrainFX

United States469 Posts

June 05 2011 03:03 GMT

#298

much love and support wheat

Scraps

United States39 Posts

June 17 2011 00:36 GMT

#299

Thanks for posting this, Wheat. It's always helpful to know how celebrities such as yourself feel. Know that you have a huge legion of fans that YOU HAVE EARNED. We will be here when you need support as well.

Another thought for you: Give us a chance to add some financial support to your life. Some of us are actually stuck in the rat race and coming home to one of your shows is something to look forward to during the ride home. 60 minute commutes are made easier when listening to podcasts in the car.

Many people like this are more than willing, in fact, ready, willing and able to provide $5-15 a month for things (subscriptions, merchandise, special events, etc). You have to give us that opportunity. You have proven your worth, now let us prove ours.