I grew up in Philly, and have been coming home from California to visit family for years. AC fits perfectly with that! So to Pittsburgh I go!
And once again, furs from all over the world will converge there. And locals from all over Pittsburgh will converge on us. And MOST IMPORTANTLY, purple furs will converge after the parade for the PURPLE PIC! Follow my twitter at zarafagiraffe for details about the purple picture, which will take place immediately after the parade.


Days staying:
Arriving Wed, July 3rd, around 3-4pm. Gonna go see some fireworks on the Fourth!
Staying till Mon July 8th midafternoon.

Staying at:
The Westin!

How are you traveling?
Plane to Philly, then driving.

Who are you rooming with?
 lordnegaduck and Wonderdog

Who will you be with?
New friends, old friends, anybody, everybody! I tend to be a social giraffe!

Where will you be?
All over the map. Socializing in random places. Hanging out till the wee hours, maybe down by the river. (This giraffe is a night owl!) The Dances. Roaming the hallways. Anyplace with coffee, like that place in the lobby of the Westin. And there will probably be a late night run to Primanti's.

How is the best way to find you?
Text me. DM me on Twitter. Message me on FA. Telegram me. Look for the purple giraffe!

What do you look like?
A purple short-necked giraffe. Or the guy with grey hair. I put the gray in greymuzzle!

What is your gender?
Guy

How old are you?
60! That doesn't seem possible, but one must face facts. One day I may actually grow up, but apparently not in the near future. :)

Are you mated/in a relationship?
Nope. Single. Would be nice, though.

How tall are you?
5'9" I am a short-necked giraffe. A rare subspecies.

Can I talk to you?
Of course!

Can I hug and/or snuggle you?
Oh my YES! I do love hugs, snuggles and huggles!

Are you nice?
I sure hope so!

Are you cliquey?
Heck no!

Are you fursuiting?
HECK! YES!! I'm just a teeny bit addicted!

Which suit(s) will you be bringing?
Zarafa the purple giraffe! YAYYY!

Can I try on your suit?
I haven't been able to bring myself to loan out Zarafa.

If I see you, how should I get your attention?
Yell "Zarafa!" Or "Hey Giraffe!" "Hey You" will do in a pinch.

Do you take commissions?
Nah. I don't art.

Dealers den?
I'll be there, checking stuff out.

Can I draw in your sketchbook?
If I had one.

Can we hang out?
Sure! I tend to be pretty social.

Can I talk to you?
Of course! Please do! I am always up for meeting new people and hanging with friends! Please feel free to come up and say hello!
Giraffes don't bite, but hugs may occur!

Where will you be eating?
Somewhere in one of the many restaurants close to the con. Coffee will need to be acquired. As long as it's after 11 am. This giraffe is not a morning giraffe. :)

Can I come to dinner with you?
Yes, of course! In general, I'm a "the more, the merrier" kind of giraffe. The only exception being if we're going someplace with limited space.

Can I ask ya to dance with me during the dances?
Please do! I LOVE dancing with new people and making new friends! Please feel free to find me as I flail away!

Can I buy you drinks?
Sure! But I'm a lightweight giraffe. And buzzed giraffes are kinda silly; we trip over our long legs and bump our heads on things. :)

Do you attend parties?
Yup! It's always a battle between the dances and the parties. :) It's a great problem to have-- too many fun things to do!

Can I take your picture?
Of course! I love having my picture taken. If you do, send me the link so I can post it.

May I kidnap you to my room?
Maaaybee... Whaddya got in mind? ;)

Attending any events?
The Parade. AC's is one of the best! The dances. The Dealer's Den. THE PURPLE PIC!

What's your goal(s) for the con this year?
Fun, fursuiting, friends. Repeat as necessary!
I'm kinda consistent that way!