Well, we're hunkered down in Orlando waiting for Hurricane Matthew. Our home has a new roof, the trees closest to our house have been removed. We've got food and water. I think we're going to be fine.

We had just moved into this house the year three hurricanes hit Orlando. So we've had some experience with hurricanes. I"m still nervous, though. Matthew will be edging into Orlando while we sleep (presumably).

We all appreciate everyone's positive thoughts and wishes.

I'll post here when we're out of 'danger."

Any other furs going to MegaCon next weekend?

I'll be there Satyrday & Sunday and would like to say "Hello!" If you're there.

So, after much debating (Xbox, PS4) and seeing the Xbox One available on Woot! For $250, including 3 games, I decided to get my third game console (my first two being an Atari 2600, and a Nintendo) and I've been enjoying it a lot.

Today I received and began installing "Elder Scrolls Online" (I also purchased Skyrim, but was disappointed that it would not install (after reading how backwards compatible the system is. Sigh.)

Any way. Can anyone point me to a good guide or online resource for getting the most out of the game?

Thanks!

is having some financial issues, and needs some extra cash to help straighten out a Canadian Passwort issue. As such, he has opened five slots for commissions.

Please check out his work and see if you can give him some commission work.

https://www.furaffinity.net/journal...../#cid:48338827 For the details

I' working on several stories, but I' going in to the hospital for a thyroidectomy next week. After I get home, I'll have some time to work on them. Just wanted to give everyone a head's up!

Centaur's in Buni comic strip on GoComics

http://www.gocomics.com/buni/2015/05/22#

I'm going to MegaCon in Orlando next weekend (April 9 - 11)
Any others on FA going?

Just a quick note to wish all my furry friends, their friends and family.

May you have a wonderful day, filled with surprises, love and joy!

May joy and happiness fill your day, as you remember the many things that you have to be thankful for.

Hugz!

A fellow fur needs some help for his family.

Please help, if you can!

http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/5977153/

I joined WildStar during Beta, and have really been enjoying playing it. More so even than World of Warcraft. Been thinking that I need to commission a character or two from the game.

Today is my birthday AND Draw a Centaur day!

It doesn't get any better than that!

If you're over on Easyl, look me up!

https://www.weasyl.com/~chiron

Understand, I am not leaving FA at this time. I only just learned about the situation that has so many people leaving. I'm learning more about the situation. I don't know enough to make a comment at this time.

Wishing everyone much happiness and prosperity in the coming year!

Yesterday was my mother's final Christmas with us. She passed away quietly, and painlessly around 10 o'clock last night. She was 98.

I'm sure, by now, that people notice that I've not been posting as much here, and it's taken me awhile to repost my commissioned artwork.

As you may remember, my husband Steve & I are founding members of the Orlando Gay Chorus. This is the time of year that we begin rehearsing for our Holiday concert. This year, however, we've also been rehearsing for a joint concert with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra (our first collaboration). That concert was this past Saturday night, and I thought you MIGHT appreciate reading a review of it:

http://www.orlandosentinel.com/entertainment/arts-and-theater/os-orlando-philharmonic-review-america-20130920,0,5346886.story

Hopefully things are back to normal (whatever 'normal" is) and I'll be posting in a more timely manner.

Hugz to all!

Things are going a lot better for me (if you ignore the fact that I hate my supervision more and more with each passing nanosecond!) I've been feeling a lot better of late (and once I sell my car (note me if you're in Central Florida and interested in a 2005 Honda Civic Si in great condition)) i'll be doing pretty spectacular.

I've been trying to get out of my stagnated writer's block so that I can finish the long promised story featuring characters from FA, and suddenly this week I came up with a story idea that got me so excited that I began working on it immediately. Interesting side note, it's not a furry story (although it does contain some of my favorite kinds of furries (think equine & such)). I'm hoping to have the momentum carry over to the other story ideas that have been sitting on the back burner.

Not 100% certain that I will post this story to FA, but I will definitely update everyone and let you all know where it will be if I don't post it here.

You all take care of yourselves. Here's a big [virtual hug] for everyone!

I'm not going to spend a lot of journal space with comments on my health, but since I started it, I felt I should give you this update.

Tuesday I went in for my weekly phlebotomy (blood-letting) and they told me my numbers (hemoglobin count) were 42. The doctor wanted them to be 44 or lower, so no treatment this week.

Yay!

I don't know what that says about the long-run, but it's good news for now?

I'll be at Photoshop WorldExpo tomorrow until 1PM. If any other FA type is going to be there, drop me a note

Today is my 60th birthday!

I'm at an age where it's better to tell people my real age that to tell them that I'm younger than I am. Both illicit "Really? You don't look it!" but the latter is accompanied by HUGE rolling of eyes.

So birthday plans? I get to take the dog to the vet for his annual exam. This afternoon I get to go for another blood-letting (woo hoo!).

Then Steve and I got out for a nice dinner, and we end the evening by seeing the play "Priscilla, Queen of the Dessert"

Yesterday I had a one marrow biopsy, and it was not horrible. It was a lot of laying around and waiting, or recovering. The procedure was about10 minutes, they tell me.

The rest of my week is going to be nice. I took the next three days off, with Thursday and Friday being spent at Photoshop World Expo. If anyone from FA is going to be there, let me know. I see if I can't introduce myself.

So the good news is that I don't have rumors in my kidneys or liver. So yay!

Something is causing my bone marrow to produce too much hemoglobin, and until they figure out why, I get to go in for bloodlettings. I had my first one today, and was relieved that it didn't involve leeches. Most everyone around me was there for chemo-theropy treatments, so I count myself fortunate (so far). Nice people. But the phlebotomy portion (removing a pint of blood from me) was fairly painful at times. I may have to go back as often as once a week, but I won't know for sure until they give me another blood test next week.

But I'm in decent health, and the process should help reduce my migraines, so double yay!

1. What is your natural hair color?
Dark blonde

2. Where was your ID pic taken?
I have no ID

3. What's your middle name?
James

4. Your current relationship status?
Married to my husband of 25 years!

5. Honestly, does your crush like you back?
My crush is my husband, so yes!

6. What is your current mood?
A half bubble off center. Worried about the results of some medical tests, and won't find until next Monday.

7. What's the color of your underwear?
Black. About time to do laundry!

8. What is one thing that makes you happy?
Just spending time with my husband. Also playing WoW and GW2

9. Who was the last person you cuddled with?
I hope you're sitting down, but it's my husband (SHOCKER!)

10. If you could go back in time, and change something what would it be?
I wouldn't have married a woman, and would have "come out” a lot earlier.

11. If you MUST be an animal for ONE day?
Horse

12. Ever had a near death experience?
When I was a child I had German measles, chicken pox and whooping cough at the same time. I remember seeing a giant black blob that I took to be a whale. I woke up to my very worried parents, and my fever finally broke. Rumor has it my dad gave me a tablespoon of a mixture of honey and bourbon. (That might account for my current love of that particular whisky)

13. Something you do a lot?
Photography... But not enough

14. What's the name of the song stuck in your head right now?
Jai Ho (from Slumdog Millionaire) it's one of the songs for the upcoming Orlando Gay Chorus concert.

15. Who did you copy and paste this from?


16. Name someone with the same b-day as you?
Red Skeleton, Charlie Chaplin and Dusty Springfield. Oh, and Dave Draper. He's a bodybuilder I admired when I was a teen

17. When was the last time you cried?
Last time I really remember was watching Les Mis in the theater

18. Have you ever sang in front of a large audience?
Yes. I'm a founding member of the Orlando Gay Chorus

19. If you could have one super power what would it be?
Flight. Or shape-shifter

20. What's the first thing you notice about the opposite sex?
Hair

21. What's your biggest secret?
I love muscles! It's also one of the worst kept secrets EVAH!

22. What's your favorite color?
Blue

23. When was the last time you lied?
I rarely do, and honestly can't remember when
There... That was a lie

24. Do you still watch kiddy movies or TV shows?
Yes! Go Phineas and Ferb!

25. What are you eating or drinking at the moment?
Getting ready to brew some Sleepytime tea

26. What's your favorite smell?
Cookies

27. If you could describe life in one word what would it be?
Unfair

28. When was the last time you gave/received a hug?
When by husband got home from work tonight

29. Have you ever been kissed in the rain?
I live in Florida. So yes!

30. What are you thinking about right now?
Muscular men in the shower

31. What should you be doing?
I should've cleaned up the computer room today

32. What was the last thing that made you upset?
One of Florida's many idiot drivers

33. Do you like working in the yard?
I hate it. It aggravates my allergies. Fortunately my husband enjoys it more

34. If you could have any last name in the world, what would you want?
Chiron

35. Name 5 things in your closet:
Shirts, jeans, shoes, slacks, t-shirts

36. Do you act different around your crush?
Not really.

37. When was the last time you slept with a stuffed animal?
My husband is my "snuggle bear" Before that it was my stuffed bear when I was a child

38. How many times do you take a shower a week?
Every evening before bed

39. Do you brush your teeth everyday?
Yes, and floss

40. Have you ever said something stupid in front of your crush?
Many times, and yet he still loves me

41. Have you ever watched a hockey game?
My brother-in-law took me to one when I was a teen

42. Do you lie about your age?
I'm at the age where it's better to tell the truth. "Really, you don't look it!" Can sound like a good or a bad thing

43. Ever been jealous about something stupid?
Yes
44. Do you pick your nose?
Yes, but I try not to

45. What's the one food you hate?
Cauliflower. And liver. Actually liver more so than cauliflower. Cauliflower can be made into mock mashed potatoes. You can NEVER hide the hideous taste and feel of liver.

46. What's the one junk food you cant live without?
Doughnuts

47. How old were you when you found out Santa was fake?
Wait! There's no Santa Claus? WTF?

48. Have you ever blown your nose and looked inside the napkin?
I do, unless I'm with others. I don't want to disgust anyone else

49. Describe your favorite underwear you have?
Evolve, black briefs

50. Did you lie in any of these questions?
Not that anyone could tell

Happy pi day to everyone!

Anyone going to Megacon in Orlando this weekend? I totally forgot about it, so won't be able to be there until Sunday... Unless someone wants to test drive my car (selling my 2005 Honda Civic Si). Hopefully I can do both!

1. We all know what we call you, what about the folks at home? What's your name?

Paul. I'm sure I've mentioned that before

2. How tall are you?

5’11"

3. Natural hair color?

Dirty blonde

4. What about eye color?

Blue

5. What orientation are you?

Gay

6. Are you single, taken, or undecided?

I'm married. Legally, in Massachusetts

7. What do you do in your spare time?

I write, play WOW & GW2, spend time with my husband (Steve) and dog (Paco)

8. What's your job?

Computer System Tech (working foreman) at a major central Florida theme park.

9. What's one thing you like about yourself?

My integrity

10. Alright, now what about something you dislike about yourself?

My anger, especially when triggered by someone doubting my integrity

11. What's some things your friends noticed about you when they first met you?

My horse ass. Oh wait... In RL I guess it'd be my smile

12. Of what faith/religion are you(if any at all?)

Atheist

13. Do you drink?

Yes; I am a huge fan of bourbon (in fact, I am an "ambassador for Marker's Mark), and many beers. I don't like bitter beers, but I like beers with full flavors. Amberbok, Yuengling, etc)

14. Do you smoke?

No.

15. What are your fears?

I fear not having enough money to keep my husband and myself in a good place for retirement. I fear being disabled and not able to earn money. I especially fear Alzheimer's, and that I'll lose everyone I love, if only my memories. It affected my dad, father-in-law and so many other people I've known.

16. What are your dreams/goals?

To retire comfortably, and be able to do some traveling.

17. Ever had any crushes/ex's in the past/present?

Yes

18. Who's your best bud?

My husband. I also have several friends online, especially in WOW

19. Alright, you got the cravin' for munchies, what'cha reachin' for?

If I'm feeling legal, low carb snacks. Otherwise, crunchy, salty, fried. Think Cheetos, chips, etc.

20. Favorite drink?

Maker's Mark on the rocks

21. Favorite color?

Blue

22. If you had any super power, what would it be?

The ability to shapeshift myself or others entirely into any form I wanted. Or any part of me I wanted... (This is Achilles answer, and I'd definitely agree)

23. Favorite movie?

So many. Harry Potter, 2001, American Werewolf in London

24. Least favorite food?

Cauliflower

25. Quick! You have only one meal left before you die!!! What is it?

Steak and lobster

26. What do you drive/wish you drove?

I have a Prius that I truly love

27. Most disliked bug?

Spiders

28. Most hated pet peeves?

Rude, arrogant, inconsiderate people. Liars

29. Dislike in life?

Bigots. (Ditto, from Achilles)

30. Most annoying?

Children who scream and squeal in public places like restaurants, and the parents who don't do a god damned thing about it

31. Most disliked TV show?

Most "reality based" TV

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Fin

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