My gf is very supportive of my online gambling tilted career. Can't say my parents were too thrilled about me being a "poker reporter," but they've sinced changed their minds after reading some of my stuff.
To ensure her support of my poker writing / reporting, I taught her how to play and even signed her up on Full Tilt. She's now a huge poker fan and looks over my shoulder when I'm tracking events like the WSOP and other online poker events. Plus, we get to watch televised poker shows together, something I've caught her doing when I'm not there! Sneaky girl.
Long story short, i think if they are even just a little involved, it helps ease some of the lengthy times spent online. Just my opinion tho.
On a side note, I also taught her how to play golf...works out great when we go on vacation.
Here's a pretty interesting piece on a poker tournament I entered her in...
- mclane39