I've been seeing alot of summer themes, and figured I'd contribute. My boy getting ready to hit the waves. You coming with him?
🎨 by
@The_Jalmu
from 2019
I’m just going to keep this short and simple. I’m no longer with AWOO or Free Fur All in any capacity. I have my reasons for leaving, which are not up for discussion. Im not expecting people to accept my leave. I’m not expecting forgiveness, but I’m going to work on improving.
To those who I've wronged. To those whom I've hurt. I screwed up. I trusted the wrong person, and wasn't resistant enough. I hurt many, and I regret it all. I'm sorry. I should've seen the signs, and instead I ignored them.
... I want to learn from this.
This Fandom often times scares me with how quickly everyone resorts to dogpiling and boxing someone in the head.
"You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view... until you climb into his skin and walk around in it" - Atticus Finch
Ok I'm legit confused here. Facebook rebrands and no one really bats an eye at it. Twitter rebrands and everyone loses their minds.
I'm not tracking too well, what's going on?
Today is a day for remembering those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. This weekend isn't just 'a long weekend', it's one meant to pay homage to our men and women who served, fought and died for our freedom. Because freedom isn't free.
To our fallen, I salute you. God Speed
Happy Pride Month Everyone...
This year for me is incredibly exciting, as I've been on quite a journey, and it's still ongoing.
After much thought, and having some decently long conversations with friends in the Fandom, I've reached the conclusion that I'm Demisexual.
#FursuitFriday
with foreshadowing.
@FurFest
2018's theme was "Fly the Furry Skies", aviation and travel themed, I loved it. The photo booth gave suiters a chance to pose with several props, so I grabbed the night glow wands. Funny that 5 years later, I'm doing it for real...
The funniest thing about leaving is the fact the people getting the biggest high out of it, are people that are on the right side of the aisle.
Here’s a truth pill for y’all. I’m sick of the screaming on both sides. That’s why I left.
I just wanna be a dragon on the internet.
Fighting stirred by both sides of the Fandom is what is tearing it apart. If one side isn't upset with something, it's the other. Many times it's things taken out of context or just flat out untrue.
Be kind to each other. Or the Fandom is sure to fall apart.
It was brought to my attention that yet again more accounts have ‘gathered the receipts’ of my apology from a few months ago and are trying to falsely say I’m only apologizing to a certain party or group. That is false.
I pissed off a lot of people, and honestly…
I'm flat out glad I left politics...
All it does is piss everyone off, causes everyone to chew on each other.
Each side thinks they're right. Each side tries to sway the other.
... maybe your both wrong.
It's hard to believe that 2024 will mark V2s 10th birthday. However, this post is not geared about me, it's geared to my suit maker,
@FrostiHADSUndae
.
This is a formal apology...(1/?)
I'm going out on a limb here and going to ask. What has happened to the Furry Fandom, virtually? Why has it turned into a Fandom where it's encouraged to destroy people? Tear people down? Ruin lives?
When did some furries become worse than high school bullies?
It appears the infamous 'Furry Drama News Center' on Telegram isn't done with me yet. They latched onto my statement that AWOO no longer had my consent to use my likeness in their materials. This was one of the members remarks... I never have been in the Raiders...
What started out as batting an idea around with
@The_Jalmu
and a few others in a voice call, quickly turned into my boy getting the shark treatment.
^.=.^ I make an cute Tiger Shark.
In honor of
#SharkWeek
created by the wonderful
@The_Jalmu
Something I've noticed about Furry recently, is how clickish it can really be. "I only will be friends with X and Y, not Z".
Life is too short to be in a box.
While I know that things will never go back to how they were, here is to the future... becoming better than ever.
And I'm excited for the future.
📸 by
@MegaToaX
from AC14
I've been thinking a lot recently about the past and the stupid sh*t that I did years ago. Good Lord, what was going through my head.
There are people out there who legit think that change coming from me is never going to happen, that I'm too set in my ways. This scares me...
Please people, for the sake of the Fandom, don't volunteer to jump on national news. Regardless of outlet, they will use the spin room logic to twist the Fandom into the monster they want it to be.
Unless you're aware of the tactics or have a media background, spare yourself
Ok, once again
@MysterySkulls
has knocked it out of the park with their latest Record. "The Gold Album" literally is the definition of that fresh, funky style that MS has become known for. An audiophiles playground with lots of bass and silky smooth mids and highs. Kickass!🎙🎶🎶
The most relieving thing someone can hear from a family member
“If your happy, I’m happy”.
I’ve changed so much from where I was 5 years ago, heck… even 5 months ago. I’ve busted ass to get where I am. I’ve got a job that I’m climbing up the ladder, I’m physically healthier….
The Fandom needs to remember one thing, which many constantly forget:
We're human, we're danger prone. We will make mistakes, some will own them, others won't admit they messed up.
The past can't be changed, the future is unwritten.
... live and love in the now.
… but it’s a start. I can’t please everyone, and some here will relish in this post, trying to say ‘he’s just backpedaling’. Again, I’ll own that. My past is a mess and all I can do is learn and move forward.
Fuck my past… Im not that dragon anymore.
This is just a general comment, but if your 'convention' staff meetings are still suffering leaks even after you've supposedly 'gotten rid of the problems'... there's something seriously wrong.
I'm so f***ing glad I'm off that damn ship.
It can sink into the damn abyss
For those who expect a statement on recent Fandom drama, please don't bother. Quite honestly I'm sick of many chewing on each other.
When did the Fandom turn into 1 v ♾️?
This is why I think the Fandom should just focus on positive, happy things.
... too much anger
Cenny and the rest of the Zoophile ilk are individuals that deserve no platform and should be banished to the pits of Hell, there is no place for them here or anywhere.
Point blank: What Cenny is doing right now is incredibly dangerous for our community.
He is openly advocating for the normalization of zoophilia by saying all furries are zoophilic & empowering Zoophiles to "come out."
Please take him to as close to 0 followers as possible.
I will be locking my account down soon. A person got IRL photo some how my friends and I and my first and last name and where I live as well as info from
@ItsMumHeeler
.
Due for this fandom has ruined the fun and will be on break - ty for understanding💙
Who someone loves shouldn't really be anyone's business. So long as they're happy, love is strong and a force that can withstand the test of time.
Hold the one you love close, be each other's rocks in the turbulence that is life.
Have been one of those nights where I just feel alone. I opened Procreate to just try doodling a little. Something just compelled me to do this sketch.
Take it as you wish. The words are John 1:5…
“The Light Shines in the Darkness. And the Darkness has not overly it”.
Getting to attend a local comic expo the last few days has been a breath of fresh air. I got to suit in public for the first time in a while and so many people wanted pictures.
It was great :)
@Bluehasia
As Blue said, contact Staff, unbadged ‘Media’ is not always a good sign. At AO19 we had a guy actually buy an attendee badge, just to ‘Interview’ furries… and proceeded to make people horribly uncomfortable with the questions. Columbus PD escorted the guys out
Let’s Go Wholesome:
Share your favorite recent commissions, let’s boost the artists!
- “Winter Taur” by the great
@ht_furrySFW
- “Ally Icon” by the great
@HiryuNatsuakai
- “Orion and his Airplanes” by the great
@The_Jalmu
- “Why We Fly” by the great
@taudrak
Let’s do it!
*hears more Furry drama happening and just rubs his eyes*
... can we all not go for one day without tearing each other down? I mean seriously.
The Fandom has degraded to name badly and walking on egg shells to the point where if you error even slightly... off to the stockade.
I know I don't post all that much on here, and who knows... maybe it's for the best. But know you are loved. You are valid, you're valued and you're wonderful.
I have to accept that there are people who will never fully accept that I'm working to improve myself. I don't blame them in the slightest.
I hate what I'm known for now. And I'm pissed at myself for having this fractured existence in the Fandom. Let me explain...
Please don't talk Politics to me.
Both sides are a mess. No one compromises. It's always "US vs THEM". Each side uttering that they will "save America". Then tax you to the stratosphere later.
F*** Politics
Talking to a friend until the wee hours of the morning was a freaking vibe that I loved more than anything. I'm feeling wonderful. I love my friends that I have so much. I can't fully describe it.
... I don't want this feeling to go away.
Maxx hit the nail on the head.
The fighting has to stop. I'm not hesitant anymore to say that both sides are crazy. We have to be able to collaborate. Our world would heal so much more if it wasn't so much "us vs. them".
Happy
#FursuitFriday
everyone. First time putting my head on in quite a while. And no, your not just seeing things, for some… I have shrunk a bit since the last you saw me.
Have a great weekend everyone!
One thing I'm trying to do now is get to learn and explore things about myself a bit more. I'm wanting to also get a better understanding of others, something I haven't done seriously in a while. I'm excited.
Politics should have never seeped into this space. Going forward, any accounts I follow that either post politically or controversial topics of any matter, will be unfollowed. Nothing personal, but I’m trying to clear my feed for better content.
Thanks
To those who have reached out since the beginning of the month, thank you. To those still hesitant, I understand... take your time.
This is a new adventure for me, a challenging one, but so far... I'm liking it.
I want to heal, and hopefully help others heal too
It would've just been better to refund everyone, strike the event and either regroup or just pass.
This is just insane now. And the fact I even breathed any life into this leaves me feeling sick.
F***
I wish to return the compliment.
@SkyeCabbit
has always been one of my many favorite artists and suiters. Their character is adorable and so vibrant. I must hug when I get a chance.
… I don’t want to be in the echo chamber anymore. I busted then lock, now Im working my way out. I want to be more loving, more accepting, more caring. I want people to see me as someone to trust, not someone to hate. I get it that I will never be able to fully heal wounds…
Wanted to extend a huge thank you to
@The_Jalmu
for this amazing banner she designed for my FA page.
She's an amazing artist, please consider following and commissioning. They're great!
The ladies in the fandom deserve just as much love as anyone. It really grinds my gears when I see crap like this. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing many women in Furry that have talents I could only dream of mastering.
The fandom needs to do better at this, stop being lopsided.
being a woman and being plus sized does keep me in the shadows in a lot of furries’ eyes. I can tell when I’m treated differently to someone who looks more attractive to certain ppl. It happens too much, and it hurts. I deserve to be treated like a person too.
When did it become acceptable to keep re-hashing history as if it is current? When did the fandom loose its ability to admit that we're human, and prone to error. When did some in this fandom choose to be the judge, jury and executioner?
Why... (1/6)