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A Word From the Dead
a year ago
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Addendum: the following is not my own words, but was recommended to me by a very kind individual as a new profile bio.
'Hello! I’m glad you’ve stopped by—trust me, it’s no accident that you’re here. If you’re in pursuit of quality, creativity, and a unique flair, you’ve absolutely come to the right place.
Joking aside, I pride myself on being a unique storyteller and digital artist. While I may jest about my life’s simplicity, it’s this very backdrop that sharpens my focus on creativity. I might once have claimed the title of “socially inept,” but now I channel that unique perspective into everything I create, making art that is as intriguing as it is distinctive.
It took some courage to begin sharing my work, but with a dash of encouragement, I've embraced the thrill of creation. Now, I revel in crafting engaging narratives and quirky pixel art gifs. Discovering the joys of unleashing my imagination has been a game changer.
Thank you for visiting. Whether my creations resonate with you or simply pique your curiosity, your presence here is greatly appreciated. Enjoy exploring the unexpected and entertaining turns of my imagination!'
Addendum: the following are my own words.
So, I woke up this morning to a note from everyone's favorite
(AKA Celtic Kitsune) who has suggested an update to my current profile page (captured above), the current of which I've had up since I started my adventures into pretending I can be creative almost two years ago now. Initially, I admit to kind of thinking it was just a bit of a joke since it essentially takes everything in my current bio and says the polar opposite of that save for the "thanks for stopping by" (that is to say, her suggestion for me is far less self-deprecating and self-doubting). Thing is, it's Celtic; she's actually suggested I give an update to my current profile at least one other time, so I'm inclined to believe she may not quite be joking (at least not entirely).
Whether it was meant to be a joke or a serious recommendation or even a mix of both, it is honestly quite invigorating and leaves me a bit speechless that anyone would take the time to reach out about such a thing. You know you can tell a lot about a person who lives in another country, oceans away, and is willing to put in any effort at all, without anything in it for them, to simply make someone else smile. That's the kind of person Celtic is and that's the kind of person I aspire to be one day.
Anybody who knows me, whether IRL or even over the internet, knows that I am the first to dismiss any of my own efforts for anything, really. Part of it is I read other stories and recognize solely what was done better than what I have done and part of it is just a poor self image. Truthfully, I suppose there's a myriad of reasons for all this, but ultimately the biggest may just be that I'm afraid of being a disappointment so I will unconsciously (and consciously) attempt to convince others that what I do isn't worth their time. In truth, it's gotten to the point where when someone, whether out of curiosity or boredom, elects to watch me that I will thank them in a note that basically says "Thanks for willing to put up with me, means a lot. Not that I really post much of anything worth your time, but I appreciate the thought". In a sense, I think I kind of captured my own personal thoughts on the matter in a short I wrote up for the unofficial Thursday Prompt (led by
) over the 2023 US Thanksgiving holiday (solely if you're curious: https://www.furaffinity.net/view/54614259/).
Well, that's been a lot of rambling from me with no clear direction (social ineptitude strikes again). I decided to drop this here because I wanted to show just how much I appreciate the effort that not just Celtic puts in when they simply stop by my gallery, but also to anybody and everybody else who is here just reading this over. While I can't bring myself to agree that the above, reworked profile accurately portrays me and my antics, it has given me a lot to think about. Most importantly, I've thought on it and decided that I want to at least work to get to a point where I can feel that I'm actually worth such a hype profile. To that end, I'm going to start putting in a bit more effort where I can and I think it starts with leaving this here as a reminder for myself.
With all that said and done, I would first like to thank anyone out there for taking the time, it really means a lot.
Second, this is directed to you specifically Celtic: thanks, for a lot more than just a new profile.
Gratefully,
FtD
'Hello! I’m glad you’ve stopped by—trust me, it’s no accident that you’re here. If you’re in pursuit of quality, creativity, and a unique flair, you’ve absolutely come to the right place.
Joking aside, I pride myself on being a unique storyteller and digital artist. While I may jest about my life’s simplicity, it’s this very backdrop that sharpens my focus on creativity. I might once have claimed the title of “socially inept,” but now I channel that unique perspective into everything I create, making art that is as intriguing as it is distinctive.
It took some courage to begin sharing my work, but with a dash of encouragement, I've embraced the thrill of creation. Now, I revel in crafting engaging narratives and quirky pixel art gifs. Discovering the joys of unleashing my imagination has been a game changer.
Thank you for visiting. Whether my creations resonate with you or simply pique your curiosity, your presence here is greatly appreciated. Enjoy exploring the unexpected and entertaining turns of my imagination!'
Addendum: the following are my own words.
So, I woke up this morning to a note from everyone's favorite
(AKA Celtic Kitsune) who has suggested an update to my current profile page (captured above), the current of which I've had up since I started my adventures into pretending I can be creative almost two years ago now. Initially, I admit to kind of thinking it was just a bit of a joke since it essentially takes everything in my current bio and says the polar opposite of that save for the "thanks for stopping by" (that is to say, her suggestion for me is far less self-deprecating and self-doubting). Thing is, it's Celtic; she's actually suggested I give an update to my current profile at least one other time, so I'm inclined to believe she may not quite be joking (at least not entirely).Whether it was meant to be a joke or a serious recommendation or even a mix of both, it is honestly quite invigorating and leaves me a bit speechless that anyone would take the time to reach out about such a thing. You know you can tell a lot about a person who lives in another country, oceans away, and is willing to put in any effort at all, without anything in it for them, to simply make someone else smile. That's the kind of person Celtic is and that's the kind of person I aspire to be one day.
Anybody who knows me, whether IRL or even over the internet, knows that I am the first to dismiss any of my own efforts for anything, really. Part of it is I read other stories and recognize solely what was done better than what I have done and part of it is just a poor self image. Truthfully, I suppose there's a myriad of reasons for all this, but ultimately the biggest may just be that I'm afraid of being a disappointment so I will unconsciously (and consciously) attempt to convince others that what I do isn't worth their time. In truth, it's gotten to the point where when someone, whether out of curiosity or boredom, elects to watch me that I will thank them in a note that basically says "Thanks for willing to put up with me, means a lot. Not that I really post much of anything worth your time, but I appreciate the thought". In a sense, I think I kind of captured my own personal thoughts on the matter in a short I wrote up for the unofficial Thursday Prompt (led by
) over the 2023 US Thanksgiving holiday (solely if you're curious: https://www.furaffinity.net/view/54614259/).Well, that's been a lot of rambling from me with no clear direction (social ineptitude strikes again). I decided to drop this here because I wanted to show just how much I appreciate the effort that not just Celtic puts in when they simply stop by my gallery, but also to anybody and everybody else who is here just reading this over. While I can't bring myself to agree that the above, reworked profile accurately portrays me and my antics, it has given me a lot to think about. Most importantly, I've thought on it and decided that I want to at least work to get to a point where I can feel that I'm actually worth such a hype profile. To that end, I'm going to start putting in a bit more effort where I can and I think it starts with leaving this here as a reminder for myself.
With all that said and done, I would first like to thank anyone out there for taking the time, it really means a lot.
Second, this is directed to you specifically Celtic: thanks, for a lot more than just a new profile.
Gratefully,
FtD
I don't normally do these kinds of recommendations (cause musical tastes can be fickle) but there's a song out there called Braggin' by someone named "Bug Hunter" you may want to check out. It's encouraged me to step out and strut more, so to speak, even if at times I don't feel I deserve it.
I will be sure to check it out soon; I do find music to be a very powerful motivator. Thank you for the recommendation.
Good job at giving yourself some of the recognition you deserve. It's really easy to be your own worst critic, but sometimes you do need to stand up and be a bit proud.
FtD I just want to say... You're good enough, you're smart enough... and gosh darn it, people like you.
And I mean that, with all my heart.
(trust me, it still takes practice)
You are among friends and peers, so allow yourself to relax and embrace the creativity. Set it free out into the world and revel in the curiosity at who it attracts. :D
I do fully agree: while I might not know them personally, or even outside FA, I've come to know a variety of friendly individuals through my time on FA. It has been a genuinely exhilarating thrill ride trying to share some of my own brand of creativity, and the people I've met have definitely made it all the better.
With me at least you know what you always is pure honesty.
Do you, don't compare your work to others as your work is only yours and your journey.
What Shelby said. Your capable and well liked.
Believe in yourself as you have done and done well.
What Celtic said is impressive, but its the the truth under the hood.
Honestly, it feels like life conspired to shove my words down my throat. And now, after three decades, I'm ready to get up in life's face and scream, "No more! You don't control me!" Or in Bryan Adams' words, "Get Off of My Back!"
It made me think about my own description and how I put when creating this profile at the beginning: "Nothing interesting to see here. Thanks for visiting though, that's kinda nice."
I wrote it when there was literally nothing posted and I didn't plan on posting anything, so then it made sense. But now it looks weird and I thought about changing it, but somehow I don't want to change the description for some weird reason. Maybe if I get some idea for what could be fun.
And I remember that story from 2023 Thanksgiving! I had to read it now again. I remembered mainly the ending when the text appeared on water.
Also maybe it was kinda visible with my shouts to you, but overall your sona here is one of my favorite one from every sona that ever existed, haha. I really like the design and everything about it. Honestly I could even make my own sona that would be an anthro rat red wizard from Final Fantasy. Someone similar to Freya Crescent a little bit, I suppose. So in a way I am very drawn towards you fur(or maybe just per)so persona here. :P
Ok, this comment is long lol. And I have a lot of problems with myself in real life, probably more than you. So I understand your feelings, at least as far as I think so.
Well, now there are some things posted on your page, and they're quite fun and imaginative at that. If nothing else, at least changing the "Nothing interesting to see here" part seems like an appropriate and well earned change. Ultimately, I'll leave that decision to you though I do think you are deserving of just as much congratulations as I am for simply sharing your own creativity with us.
I'm glad to hear you approve of my character. He's simple, but that's probably what I like best about him.
I'm grateful you'd take the time to share your thoughts and I hope that whatever issues you might be enduring are easily overcome.
Vix
*sighs...
you are a good writer... end of story...
Vix
End of story
OK bedtime, hope to catch you in Roidh's stream tomorrow!
I do plan to be there so I hope to see you as well.