Beyond the Game | Solitaire Clash Player Laura: A Mother's Journey of Resilience

Beyond the Game was created to highlight Solitaire Clash player stories that exist beyond the screen, sharing the real people behind the game and the resilience, routines, and humanity that shape who they are.

Laura's story is one of those journeys. At its heart, it is a mother's story — shaped by care, responsibility, and quiet determination through everyday life.

We met Laura through Solitaire Clash, but what mattered to us at AviaGames was the life she carries beyond the screen and how she shows up for her family each day.

During the Wonderland Wishes campaign, we visited Laura and surprised her and her family with Christmas gifts selected from their wishlist.

We filmed Laura's story because getting to know our players goes beyond the game itself. In spending time with her, we saw a mother balancing everyday responsibilities, relationships, and the small moments that make life meaningful. During Christmas 2025, her story captures what the season represents to us — caring for people and showing up when it matters.

Laura's journey is best shared in her own words. Watch her Solitaire Clash player story as part of Beyond the Game, where she reflects on motherhood and everyday moments of her life beyond the screen.

Laura was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes early in life, and her health has remained a constant part of her story. Over the years, she faced major medical challenges that required long recoveries, repeated treatments, and significant adjustments to daily life.

These moments aren't included to define Laura by hardship, but to help explain the perspective and steadiness she brings into the way she lives each day.

Despite medical warnings, Laura chose to become a mother at 39.

Motherhood became a defining part of her life. Over time, her household grew, bringing new routines, shared moments, and a stronger sense of togetherness.

Christmas 2025 marks the first holiday season Laura and her family are celebrating together under one roof, making this year especially meaningful as they create new traditions and memories.

Laura's days are built around steady routines and small responsibilities that keep everything moving.

Mornings revolve around school routines and breakfasts. During the day, Laura manages her health, organizes medications, and takes care of household responsibilities. Afternoons and evenings are spent helping with homework, cooking dinner, and winding down together as a family.

These scenes reflect stability built through care and consistency.

Like many parents managing complex responsibilities, Laura finds peace in small moments.

Those moments are often simple: walking outdoors, enjoying quiet time at home, or taking a short mental break between responsibilities. Laura tried Solitaire Clash during her downtime and found it gave her a small moment of calm — a brief pause she could enjoy between responsibilities.

In Beyond the Game, these moments help show how Solitaire Clash fits into Laura's life not as a focus or a solution, but as part of her routine — a small source of enjoyment that gives her a chance to unwind before returning to the responsibilities of the day.

Christmas has always mattered in Laura's home.

Years ago, she bought a small, simple tree for her family's first Christmas. Each year since, the family has added one ornament. This year brings several firsts, including their first fireplace, their first time hanging stockings, and their first Christmas with Jennessy living with them full-time.

During the holidays, members of the AviaGames team visited Laura and her family and surprised them with Christmas gifts selected from their wishlists. The moment reflects the spirit of Wonderland Wishes, AviaGames' holiday campaign centered on charity giving and spreading joy during the season.

This Solitaire Clash Christmas event highlights AviaGames' broader Christmas event efforts centered on charity giving, separate from gameplay or player activity.

Laura's story is one of many.

At AviaGames, we believe our players are more than how they play. They are parents, caregivers, and individuals with real lives beyond the screen. Through Beyond the Game, we will continue to share player stories that reflect care, resilience, and the everyday moments that matter most.

This documentary is part of that ongoing commitment. As we move forward, we look forward to meeting more players, listening to their stories, and continuing to show up for the community that makes our games possible.