1) I can relate to that. When I first came into furry I had the name 'Wolfy' because (at the time) it related to my email address and I had. I did not have a fursona of any sort, but I found out that 'Wolfy', as a name, was pretty much as common as sand on a beach. So I did a little thinking and came up with 'Indagare', which means 'to seek' because I'm always looking for answers. You might want to consider what makes you you and decide on a name that fits better. Of course, there's nothing wrong with your name now. There are a whole bunch of Jefferys out there that are not Dahmer.

2) That's up to you, but if you came specifically for the porn aspect and you've now outgrown it, a fresh account might be in order. If you still love porn and love sharing porn then there's really no reason to alter accounts.

3) Try to be yourself. Remember that no matter how famous, the other person is still another human being with good and bad traits. As for the strait guy, unless he's homophobic there really shouldn't be a problem. Just be sure you don't do things he'd be uncomfortable with. If you want a reference point, if it's not something you'd do with a girl, don't do it with him.

4) I used to do that all the time, and I see lots of other folks doing it too. There are some folks that don't like it, or want you to ask permission first, but generally they mention this on their pages. As long as the tone of the gift is in keeping with what the person would be comfortable with, it's fine.

Thank you.

How did you get to be so wise?

Welcome.

Years of experience (by which I mean making mistakes and learning from them).

You remind me of when Homer Simpson discovers his face as a logo on a Japanese laundry detergent ad, and he freaked out about it. Just because there happens to be another creation of GorillaJack out doesn’t me you stole it. Coincidence? Maybe. Is he a silver-back like you? Is he an 80’s ape like you? Is he as awesome as you? Your version of GorillaJack is completely original and very cool in my opinion. You have every right to continue with it if you choose to.

Having said that. I too face a similar issue with identity crisis with my fursona. When I started back in 1999, I was solely a Transformation Fan and not a furry, but still picked an alias. That name was Beast, based off of the X-men character. It was an awesome name and character to assume but it was a fan character. That, and the name Beast is very common. So I went with something different. Over the years, I’ve been bull, bear, and gorilla characters during different points in the timeline, and sometimes simultaneously.

At some point, I wanted to find a name that would be original and could work as a character. Thus wound up with the name Makaio. It’s the Hawaiian translation to my real name Matt. It felt exotic which felt ironic to give that name to the bearilla who is also an exotic and complex character. It was chosen so that the name could still relate to my real name but be different enough to ellude those that would not understand this lifestyle. That and I love Hawaiian culture.
I thought the character was original until I met other bearillas. I also felt like a fraud when I met a real Hawaiian and told them about the name. So ever since then, I’ve kinda felt weird assuming the role of Makaio. Thus forcing me to keep exploring, while at the same time, stuck with it. Now Thor Gorilla is becoming more prominent, and he’s an older character.

There are times I stop and think about things truly related to being myself and it’s not the bearilla. He’s close but not quite all the way. Growing older, I’m starting to care less and less about separating my identity from real life. I just want to be myself and have fun with it.
I have trouble with the porn issue too. I worry about it with the Thor Gorilla transformations. There’s always going to be someone that doesn’t like something. You just have to shrug it off. If that someone doesn’t like porn, they shouldn’t be looking at it in the first place. There’s a reason why there are filters in place for that, at least here on FA. If you really need to separate the two, then that is up to you. If you love porn, you shouldn’t have to adjust. I think it’s cool and defines you. Frankly, from experience, having more than one account becomes a hassle, especially when you can’t delete them. Simple is the key.
At conventions, there is a time and place for adult material. That is just common sense there. Thor Gorilla is a hulking transforming beast online but must have a family friendly outreach in public.
I could keep going on but I don’t want to bore you with preaching. Call or IM me if you would like to talk about it though. I would love to help you out as best I can. Just don’t do anything rash and irreversible. I love GorillaJack and think he works for you. But I will totally respect if you evolve into something else. For that could happen to Makaio very soon. The gorilla feels more natural. Ooo Ooo!

Thank you, You always seem to have a way to cheer me up!

First, I can't really comment on that as I actively "borrowed" my name from a fictional character. But you know what? It doesn't matter. How many Johns do you think there are in the world? Or how many wolf furries? Or wolf furries named John? I think the fact that you're a Gorilla named Jack is much more special. Besides, I don't quite care to be investing money in sketchy fitness junkie products when I can have a nerdy gorilla to chat up!

Second, if you want to create a second account, you have my full support to do that (not that I would mind if you stayed). Either way, I don't mind!

Third, be yourself! You're gay and you have a right to have certain thoughts about people around you. But as long as you realize where you are and who the people are around you, then react accordingly, you'll be fine! Though if you ever need to get out your perviness with anyone, you got a whole list of friends to contact to let off some steam in that respect, yours truly included!

Fourth, I think it's perfectly fine so long as you send it to them first and don't post it publicly until they give you the green light to do so. That way, they can appreciate the gift and no one gets into an altercation!

Seriously though, I really really like you and I think you are an awesome person who doesn't need to change if they don't feel like it.

THank you for your input! I think from everything everyone has posted I just want to tidy up my account. Just make sure I have a little line that I do make Not Safe for Work story commissions and make sure my mature stuff has a thumbnail. Maybe delete some journals that have no comments as well. I DO have 80s powers!