Dear Friends,
As I delve deeper into the creation of Funlandia, I find myself walking a path that's both heartwarming and heart-wrenching. Today, I want to share with you the emotional milestones of this journey, a trek I've embarked upon in Adam's footsteps.
Each day, as I integrate more of Adam's work into Funlandia, I feel as though I'm conversing with him. His drawings are not just images; they're fragments of his soul, his joy, his essence. Every pixel I place, every line of code I write, feels like a dialogue with my son who is no longer here.
Parenting is a journey of love, hope, and sometimes, unimaginable loss. Creating Funlandia has become a unique way of parenting Adam even in his absence. It's a way of nurturing his dreams, giving life to his thoughts, and cherishing the precious memories we shared.
There's a peculiar healing power in this creative process. Each element of the game, from the whimsical landscapes to the fantastical creatures, carries a piece of Adam's imagination, a part of what he loved. Seeing his world come to life is like witnessing a part of him live and breathe in a different realm.
Yet, amidst this journey of creation, the shadow of loss often looms. There are moments when the weight of his absence is overwhelming, when the silence in his room is deafening. It's in these moments that Funlandia becomes more than a game; it becomes a sanctuary, a place where Adam's laughter seems just a memory away.
As I code, design, and animate, I often reflect on what parenting means in the face of loss. It's a strange, bittersweet experience to pour my paternal love into bytes and scripts. But in this digital landscape, I find a semblance of solace, a space where Adam's creativity continues to flourish.
In essence, Funlandia is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of creativity. It's a world where loss and love coexist, where memories transform into adventures, and where a father and son's bond transcends the boundaries of the physical world.
Thank you for being a part of this journey, for walking these emotional paths with me. Funlandia is not just my tribute to Adam; it's a canvas where our collective hopes, dreams, and memories can find a place to belong.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Benjamin
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