I think it's safe to say that after being stripped of my connection to the online world, I've been given an opportunity to see society for what it really is.

And when being confined in a high school environment, it makes my reasoning that much more understandable.

For instance, I've actually taken the time to learn more about others who I see on a daily basis, get a chance to share happiness with friends I didn't even know I had, and realized that school...isn't really as bad as people say it is.

Now of course, I could be better off than most whose experiences may not have been all that decent. But from what I have learned online and off, I think how you handle situations matter more than where it happens. At least that's what I believe.

And to be honest, looking back at my reputation--not just on the site, but the whole community in general--I think the whole 'furry' fad is a bit...outplayed now. Like, no joke. It's sometimes hard to even look at.

Now, don't get me wrong, I can definitely understand others' purposes for doing scheduled services like commissions and whatnot. But lately all I've been seeing is a vast amount of porn, memes, and pointless drama. Usually this would be considered the norm. But some people just treat it like...like it's their destiny to be a furfag or something.

This isn't directed at everyone. Yes, specific people, but their names will not be mentioned obviously. Too much shit has gone down due to me not learning about the consequences of that a long time ago.

BUT. I digress.

I think this unplanned break has helped me appreciate life for what it really is. And to not rely on the internet and online peers to solve all my problems for me.

So...yeah. Thanks for sticking along if you've read this far.

-MCI