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Another year older.
6 years ago
Today is my 42nd birthday. I've been a part of the fandom long enough to see several of my friends and fellow artists and performers pass away during that time and I can't help but feel like I've wasted a lot of precious time over the years. On top of that, I had a rude reminder of my own mortality a month ago when I was admitted to the ER and realized that my own health is somewhat less than stellar. On top of the medical issues that I have no control over (I'm type 1 diabetic with the beginning stages of diabetic retinopathy, plus celiac disease and psoriatic arthritis), I also realized that I haven't been taking as good care of myself as is within my ability to do so.
So, I've been trying to fix that. I've been getting more exercise, been balancing my medications better, and most importantly, I've been producing as much as I can while I still can. I've doubled down on my artwork with the weekly art streams, and devoted even more of my energy into my animations. (shameless plug; please consider becoming a Patron if you want to support my animation work).
Anyways, to conclude my birthday ramblings here, I just want to implore you all to make the most of what time the universe has given you. Don't waste a moment, because you have no way of knowing what time you have left. Spend every moment trying to advance your way towards whatever goals will make you feel like your life was a success. And if you do stumble, as I have, don't waste any of those precious moments on regret. Just double down on your goals and prove to yourself that your life had meaning.
Stay healthy and be safe, my friends.
-Taurin Fox
So, I've been trying to fix that. I've been getting more exercise, been balancing my medications better, and most importantly, I've been producing as much as I can while I still can. I've doubled down on my artwork with the weekly art streams, and devoted even more of my energy into my animations. (shameless plug; please consider becoming a Patron if you want to support my animation work).
Anyways, to conclude my birthday ramblings here, I just want to implore you all to make the most of what time the universe has given you. Don't waste a moment, because you have no way of knowing what time you have left. Spend every moment trying to advance your way towards whatever goals will make you feel like your life was a success. And if you do stumble, as I have, don't waste any of those precious moments on regret. Just double down on your goals and prove to yourself that your life had meaning.
Stay healthy and be safe, my friends.
-Taurin Fox
My first furry convention came much much later. Taurinfox was there and made a big impression on me.
Hope you are able to get on a better track with exercise and your medications.
Hope you enjoyed your day, and here's to many more!
An i can feel your pain..
being age 57.
Diabetic type 2.
High blood pressure.
Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Planar Fastidious with bone spurs. is my newest health battle..
super HAPPY BIRTHDAY Taurin! .. today someone very amazing an important for the fandom and to a lot of us, your family, mate,.. and me, has born. I really hope you had a very nice day in your special day <3
Those are very heart words Fox.. I'm really sorry about your diseases.. >.< but the important thing is you're doing something about it! and I'm very glad <3
Stay safe hun, we love you
I'm sorry to hear you had such an epiphany, but it sounds like you're making the best of it. And your advice was really good and important to keep in mind. I feel ya, my friend.
But still, a very happy birthday to you, sirrah, and I hope you had a good one!
Keep on truckin, and fuc- Wait...
Cheers to you, make sure you take care of yourself, and don't forget to enjoy cake :3