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Roomspace at con hotel for Megaplex available!
General | Posted 9 years agoSo one of the people I was reserving a roomspace for at Megaplex bailed on me with barely a week to go before the con. If anyone's seeking roomspace with a bed in the con hotel, here's your chance!
Payment due is $150 US by cash or PayPal. Room is reserved from the 4th to the 8th.
Email (and PayPal): foxfan1992(at)gmail.com
Text: 425-435-6001
Payment due is $150 US by cash or PayPal. Room is reserved from the 4th to the 8th.
Email (and PayPal): foxfan1992(at)gmail.com
Text: 425-435-6001
Selling a point-and-shoot camera, anyone interested?
General | Posted 9 years agoI have a Sony Point-and-Shoot camera I'm selling. It's a Sony DSC-WX100 - $125CAD + shipping (approx $125USD in total): http://www.ebay.ca/itm/191856132636
Virtually unused, just to test its capabilities. I prefer Canon point and shoots for my YouTube video projects as they are quicker to start. Otherwise this little Sony has every capability that a Canon has.
FriendlyFox
Virtually unused, just to test its capabilities. I prefer Canon point and shoots for my YouTube video projects as they are quicker to start. Otherwise this little Sony has every capability that a Canon has.
FriendlyFox
Timothy - OC facts meme
General | Posted 9 years ago(Just decided to carbon-copy this here from DeviantART for those who only follow me here on FA).
1. Timothy is very, very special to me. I often think of him as the little brother I always wanted (and still do!). Other times I think of him as my little boy, to raise and nurture as my own. It was in 2008 that I first created him (in human form) mirroring a neighbor who I thought of as my little brother. Our friendship went somewhat awry in late-2008 and we stopped talking for a couple of years. I gave Timothy the same orange flame shorts my friend used to have (they looked so cute on him too) and complimented it with a blue t-shirt and white sneaker-style shoes. I had started writing a novel called "The Railway Boys - Timothy's troubles" which still sits dormant on my desktop computer. Here's an illustration I drew of Timothy on his bike from said novel: http://fav.me/d4mz9ys
2. In 2011 after making several mistakes as a new novel writer I had little choice but to keep the novel to myself, continuing to work on it in spurts until I decided it wasn't that good anyway. Really it was just my own fantasy graphed onto reality - which doesn't usually make a good story. I met several new artists between 2010-2011 on DeviantART and joined FurAffinity as well. I met
pacopanda and we roleplayed a story with our characters. Timothy became a raccoon, still wearing the same outfit. I had some artwork commissioned by Paco, with his two characters Art the raccoon and Biro the fox with Timothy. (Who previously had no character design, so kudos to Paco for giving him such a cute look!). http://www.furaffinity.net/full/6914783/
3. Timothy wets in his sleep, almost every night. Because of this he has no choice but to wear pull-up style diapers before he goes to bed. Up to the age of six he still wears his diapers during the day and especially on long road trips - just in case of any accidents. In my most recent commission of Timothy he has his shorts pulled down by Jake - a new friend who can often be a little mischievous - revealing his red pull-up diaper as the three are having their picture taken by Jake's mom. Poor Timothy doesn't realize this until after the photo has already been taken and Jake's mom decides to keep it. At the age of seven his red pull-ups are getting too small for him and he moves on to a different blue or white design of diapers, which are bigger.
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/19644855/
4. Timothy loves riding his bike, it's his favourite thing to do with his friends. So far as I've written and commissioned art of him, he needs training wheels (stabilisers) on his bike to keep him balanced. Occasionally this leads to other kids laughing at him for not being able to ride without them, but his friends (Jake and Friendly) stand up for him and welcome his company on their own bike rides. Another problem with training wheels is their tendency to make his bike stall in uneven ground, such as potholes or mud, or even grass. Timothy tries to keep riding but the back wheel of his bike just spins uselessly, requiring a push from his friends to get him moving again.
I have plans to write a story where Timothy learns how to ride his bike without his training wheels, when he is nine years old. This is somepoint in the future though, as I really have become quite attached to my chubby little raccoon riding his bike propped up on three back wheels.
5. Timothy has also recently taken on another form. Through roleplay with several others and discovering a small fandom of 'Pixar Cars' fans and artists, I was able to bring Timothy into this certain reality. Like my human and raccoon sonas of Timothy, his carsona has a primarily orange outfit with blue flames paintwork. His wheels also say "Training Wheels" on them in reference to my raccoon and human versions of Timothy with his bike. Carsona Timothy likes to play in the mud, but his small wheels (and Training Wheels tires) mean he gets stuck in the mud a lot. He hates getting stuck but feels better when friends rescue him so he can keep playing with them. I have some more art of this nature coming soon, stay tuned!
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/18944470/
6. Like his friend 'Friendly' - Timothy loves trains and other modes of transport. I haven't yet been able to commission much art of this, but in this giftart scene Timothy is excitedly pointing at an approaching train as he sits next to Biro, who belongs to pacopanda
http://fav.me/d5br87f
7. Another of Timothy's inabilities, is swimming. He can't swim at all, and this means whenever he does go to the pool or any other body of water with his friends he wears yellow double-chambered floaties. Despite this he isn't frightened of water - so long as his friends are nearby to keep an eye on him and help him that is. In another scene by my good friend Paco we see Timothy in a cenote, with really deep water. Friendly is underneath him, keeping an eye on his little raccoon friend.
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/16321115/
8. I'm not sure what else there is to say about Timothy really, except that my heart deeply and desperately desires his company every single day. He's a sweet little character and I love writing stories with him in them.
1. Timothy is very, very special to me. I often think of him as the little brother I always wanted (and still do!). Other times I think of him as my little boy, to raise and nurture as my own. It was in 2008 that I first created him (in human form) mirroring a neighbor who I thought of as my little brother. Our friendship went somewhat awry in late-2008 and we stopped talking for a couple of years. I gave Timothy the same orange flame shorts my friend used to have (they looked so cute on him too) and complimented it with a blue t-shirt and white sneaker-style shoes. I had started writing a novel called "The Railway Boys - Timothy's troubles" which still sits dormant on my desktop computer. Here's an illustration I drew of Timothy on his bike from said novel: http://fav.me/d4mz9ys
2. In 2011 after making several mistakes as a new novel writer I had little choice but to keep the novel to myself, continuing to work on it in spurts until I decided it wasn't that good anyway. Really it was just my own fantasy graphed onto reality - which doesn't usually make a good story. I met several new artists between 2010-2011 on DeviantART and joined FurAffinity as well. I met
pacopanda and we roleplayed a story with our characters. Timothy became a raccoon, still wearing the same outfit. I had some artwork commissioned by Paco, with his two characters Art the raccoon and Biro the fox with Timothy. (Who previously had no character design, so kudos to Paco for giving him such a cute look!). http://www.furaffinity.net/full/6914783/3. Timothy wets in his sleep, almost every night. Because of this he has no choice but to wear pull-up style diapers before he goes to bed. Up to the age of six he still wears his diapers during the day and especially on long road trips - just in case of any accidents. In my most recent commission of Timothy he has his shorts pulled down by Jake - a new friend who can often be a little mischievous - revealing his red pull-up diaper as the three are having their picture taken by Jake's mom. Poor Timothy doesn't realize this until after the photo has already been taken and Jake's mom decides to keep it. At the age of seven his red pull-ups are getting too small for him and he moves on to a different blue or white design of diapers, which are bigger.
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/19644855/
4. Timothy loves riding his bike, it's his favourite thing to do with his friends. So far as I've written and commissioned art of him, he needs training wheels (stabilisers) on his bike to keep him balanced. Occasionally this leads to other kids laughing at him for not being able to ride without them, but his friends (Jake and Friendly) stand up for him and welcome his company on their own bike rides. Another problem with training wheels is their tendency to make his bike stall in uneven ground, such as potholes or mud, or even grass. Timothy tries to keep riding but the back wheel of his bike just spins uselessly, requiring a push from his friends to get him moving again.
I have plans to write a story where Timothy learns how to ride his bike without his training wheels, when he is nine years old. This is somepoint in the future though, as I really have become quite attached to my chubby little raccoon riding his bike propped up on three back wheels.
5. Timothy has also recently taken on another form. Through roleplay with several others and discovering a small fandom of 'Pixar Cars' fans and artists, I was able to bring Timothy into this certain reality. Like my human and raccoon sonas of Timothy, his carsona has a primarily orange outfit with blue flames paintwork. His wheels also say "Training Wheels" on them in reference to my raccoon and human versions of Timothy with his bike. Carsona Timothy likes to play in the mud, but his small wheels (and Training Wheels tires) mean he gets stuck in the mud a lot. He hates getting stuck but feels better when friends rescue him so he can keep playing with them. I have some more art of this nature coming soon, stay tuned!
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/18944470/
6. Like his friend 'Friendly' - Timothy loves trains and other modes of transport. I haven't yet been able to commission much art of this, but in this giftart scene Timothy is excitedly pointing at an approaching train as he sits next to Biro, who belongs to
pacopandahttp://fav.me/d5br87f
7. Another of Timothy's inabilities, is swimming. He can't swim at all, and this means whenever he does go to the pool or any other body of water with his friends he wears yellow double-chambered floaties. Despite this he isn't frightened of water - so long as his friends are nearby to keep an eye on him and help him that is. In another scene by my good friend Paco we see Timothy in a cenote, with really deep water. Friendly is underneath him, keeping an eye on his little raccoon friend.
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/16321115/
8. I'm not sure what else there is to say about Timothy really, except that my heart deeply and desperately desires his company every single day. He's a sweet little character and I love writing stories with him in them.
I've been in Toronto!
General | Posted 9 years agoHi everyone! FriendlyFox here :D
So what have I been up to the past couple of weeks? Hehe, I've been in Toronto! I've been exploring the incredibly complex and stupendous transit system out here (compared to Vancouver anyway!) and had a great time at Furnal Equinox - which concludes this evening.
For the latest up-to-date information about where I am or what I'm doing, see my twitter (at) FriendlyTheFox
Also for those of you interested in my other hobbies - see here! http://www.youtube.com/welwyn22
I'll be flying back to BC on Monday evening before briefly heading home to Victoria on Tuesday, and staying in Vancouver in preparation for making my move off the island and into Vancouver itself!
FriendlyFox
So what have I been up to the past couple of weeks? Hehe, I've been in Toronto! I've been exploring the incredibly complex and stupendous transit system out here (compared to Vancouver anyway!) and had a great time at Furnal Equinox - which concludes this evening.
For the latest up-to-date information about where I am or what I'm doing, see my twitter (at) FriendlyTheFox
Also for those of you interested in my other hobbies - see here! http://www.youtube.com/welwyn22
I'll be flying back to BC on Monday evening before briefly heading home to Victoria on Tuesday, and staying in Vancouver in preparation for making my move off the island and into Vancouver itself!
FriendlyFox
In San Francisco...
General | Posted 10 years agoHi everyone! Just a little journal for you all ^^
I'm in San Francisco until Thursday (when I fly back to Seattle) and on Friday I'll be back home in BC.
Been riding a lot of MUNI buses as well as trying to record some for my YouTube channel. Trains, buses and ferries (not so much of the latter).
Of course that's not really what you came here for, was it? No, you wanna know how FC was, don't you? xD
FC was awesome. I stayed in the Hilton with my good friend ShadyWolf for the fourth time. I still need to find the time to go and visit him in LA sometime.
I didn't bring my fursuit for FC this year, since I decided to stay two-whole weeks in the Bay Area it would be too much to drag around on public transport. Besides, FC is a warm con (and rather wet this year!).
My next convention is VancouFUR in Vancouver, BC. I'll also be attending Furnal Equinox in Toronto, ON for the first time.
What's that? You wanna see what I'm doing now? Well... here's the best way:
http://www.youtube.com/user/welwyn22
I'm in San Francisco until Thursday (when I fly back to Seattle) and on Friday I'll be back home in BC.
Been riding a lot of MUNI buses as well as trying to record some for my YouTube channel. Trains, buses and ferries (not so much of the latter).
Of course that's not really what you came here for, was it? No, you wanna know how FC was, don't you? xD
FC was awesome. I stayed in the Hilton with my good friend ShadyWolf for the fourth time. I still need to find the time to go and visit him in LA sometime.
I didn't bring my fursuit for FC this year, since I decided to stay two-whole weeks in the Bay Area it would be too much to drag around on public transport. Besides, FC is a warm con (and rather wet this year!).
My next convention is VancouFUR in Vancouver, BC. I'll also be attending Furnal Equinox in Toronto, ON for the first time.
What's that? You wanna see what I'm doing now? Well... here's the best way:
http://www.youtube.com/user/welwyn22
Lots and lots of stuff...
General | Posted 10 years agoHey everyone! I know you're expecting an MFF recap from me, but I honestly want to do something even bigger. I seriously want to recap much of what the last five to ten years has been like for me.
So... here goes -
Back when I was in high school, I learned that I was suffering from a condition on the autism-spectrum. At first I had no idea what it meant or anything - though after reading "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time" in Grade Nine a lot of things made sense and a formal diagnosis was made. What are some things about my disability you may ask? Well, it means I'm more inclined to be socially inept or awkward, as such I'm mostly introverted and keep to myself. My interests also differ from the standard individual. I have had an affinity for almost every form of transport ever since I was a little boy. I also enjoy studying about natural wonders such as wildlife, disasters and other related subjects. Going through two programs in Victoria I took the Myers Briggs personality test, revealing that I'm INTJ (a bookworm in simple terms). Facts, figures, if I'm interested in it I can memorize most of it.
I also suffer from occasional anxiety and excessive self-control which stops me from participating in a lot of activities that others find fun or exhilariting because I'm more worried about making a fool of myself in front of everyone. At cons I often try to limit myself to a couple of people at once, avoiding big crowds. Around the same time I learned I was autistic I rediscovered a childrens' TV show I watched as a kid, and watched every single episode, even joining a forum on the show and discussing lots and lots of subjects in the show - even bringing out my creative side with writing stories about the characters. This was my first step into the 'Furry Fandom'. In later years I also joined DA and FA and founds lots of adorable artwork and pictures that brought some precious little happiness into my otherwise seemingly simple, boring life.
In 2012 I discovered furry conventions with the very first VancouFUR. I initially went to find out what it was all about and helped out where I could, but seeing the fursuiters performing as their characters in games, roleplay and just general silliness brought a certain magic into my life that had never existed before. (I was sceptical of all mascots beforehand). At VancouFUR I met quite a few people, but one fursuiter in particular I had seen before in a convention video. The way he interacted with everyone, the way he played silly games with his companion and with others around him just intrigued me, he even acted the ham for my camera! It made me think "I wish I could be so energetic and happy as this guy is."
Again at Rainfurrest the same year I saw many fursuiters all having fun and being happy. The fursuiter I mentioned previously at VancouFUR was present too and really kept the magic alive with the way he expressed his characters happiness, energy and silliness. I uttered the understatement of the century about it to him in suit and he simply chuckled to me in a friendly way with an "Arf!"
Meeting this fursuiter out of suit for the first time at the end of RF was far from disappointing, he was happy, energetic and seemingly a friend to everyone. I can seriously say I never felt more safe nor more happy that night. Unfortunately coming down from con-crud I never saw him suit up again that night.
At FC 2013, again this fursuiter never failed to disappoint me, inside of suit or out. In fact out of suit on the Friday night dance he made me dance for the first time (badly, but I didn't care! I was really enjoying myself). However when one is so happy there is the possibility of simply going too far, and I did. I became so enthralled with this particular fursuiter that every time I saw him, I had something to say - no matter how trivial. On Sunday night I saw him again in suit and he saw me, but he ran away. Not realizing what was going on I pursued him until he sat down next to a couple of other fursuiters. I sat with them all for a little while as we talked. The fursuiter I had become so enthralled by said: "Have you met my stalker? He's from Canada too." which again I interpreted as playful-banter. However as I said goodnight to him that night I pledged to let him be for the next day, as I sensed I was getting on his nerves. I didn't realize how hard that could be, until the next day I was feeling the onset of PCD and couldn't keep my mind off of my favorite fursuiter. I did talk to him in suit and out a couple of times and the con ended, we all went home. I knew I had slightly overdone it but I felt we left on good terms.
Other cons came and went, VancouFUR, BLFC, Furlandia - the latter two is where it all went wrong. At BLFC I had not seen my favorite fursuiter anywhere, and it made me feel really anxious. I had no idea I could become so attached to someone's fursuit (It's now known as a fursuit crush, guys!). I tweeted a whole lot of garbage which I wont reiterate, but when I got to Seattle after BLFC I found I had been blocked. I knew once this happened I had seriously gone too far. I intended to try and explain myself at Furlandia, but I just felt too anxious and after "He just keeps following us around!" I ran. I shouldn't have, but I did.
Rainfurrest came around, and when the fursuiter saw me he turned away, giving me the cold shoulder. I couldn't believe it. I knew I had to try and explain, but I just felt too anxious. Finally after consulting a friend about the situation he prodded me to go talk, but this just earned me the cold shoulder again. At MFF2014 I tried one last time, this time the cold shoulder would have been preferred, what I got was much worse. I gave up after that point, I had lost the respect of the fursuiter and would probably never again be able to experience the happiness and energy from them that exhilarated me. I had no choice but to move on and forget them.
If any of you do know the fursuiter involved in this, PLEASE don't give out their identity here. Any comments with the identity will be hidden. Deep down I still respect them for the positive energy that they gave me three years ago that inspired me to become a fursuiter as well. I'm not overly good at it right now, but I'm learning as I go along! Honestly though it's thanks to every fursuiter I've met who feeds the overwhelming sense of happiness into everyone that I am the person I am today. If any of you know of Star Trek Voyager and Seven-of-Nine's journey to individuality I can seriously relate to that with my journey to becoming someone to give out positive energy to absolutely everyone in an environment that makes me feel so happy.
Anyways I really appreciate all of you for reading this journal. I just need someway of being able to explain the few things that have gone wrong so they can hopefully be put right. I also want to explain what the furry fandom means to me and that I can honestly say - I'm so glad I found you all!
Thank you everyone!
FriendlyFox
So... here goes -
Back when I was in high school, I learned that I was suffering from a condition on the autism-spectrum. At first I had no idea what it meant or anything - though after reading "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time" in Grade Nine a lot of things made sense and a formal diagnosis was made. What are some things about my disability you may ask? Well, it means I'm more inclined to be socially inept or awkward, as such I'm mostly introverted and keep to myself. My interests also differ from the standard individual. I have had an affinity for almost every form of transport ever since I was a little boy. I also enjoy studying about natural wonders such as wildlife, disasters and other related subjects. Going through two programs in Victoria I took the Myers Briggs personality test, revealing that I'm INTJ (a bookworm in simple terms). Facts, figures, if I'm interested in it I can memorize most of it.
I also suffer from occasional anxiety and excessive self-control which stops me from participating in a lot of activities that others find fun or exhilariting because I'm more worried about making a fool of myself in front of everyone. At cons I often try to limit myself to a couple of people at once, avoiding big crowds. Around the same time I learned I was autistic I rediscovered a childrens' TV show I watched as a kid, and watched every single episode, even joining a forum on the show and discussing lots and lots of subjects in the show - even bringing out my creative side with writing stories about the characters. This was my first step into the 'Furry Fandom'. In later years I also joined DA and FA and founds lots of adorable artwork and pictures that brought some precious little happiness into my otherwise seemingly simple, boring life.
In 2012 I discovered furry conventions with the very first VancouFUR. I initially went to find out what it was all about and helped out where I could, but seeing the fursuiters performing as their characters in games, roleplay and just general silliness brought a certain magic into my life that had never existed before. (I was sceptical of all mascots beforehand). At VancouFUR I met quite a few people, but one fursuiter in particular I had seen before in a convention video. The way he interacted with everyone, the way he played silly games with his companion and with others around him just intrigued me, he even acted the ham for my camera! It made me think "I wish I could be so energetic and happy as this guy is."
Again at Rainfurrest the same year I saw many fursuiters all having fun and being happy. The fursuiter I mentioned previously at VancouFUR was present too and really kept the magic alive with the way he expressed his characters happiness, energy and silliness. I uttered the understatement of the century about it to him in suit and he simply chuckled to me in a friendly way with an "Arf!"
Meeting this fursuiter out of suit for the first time at the end of RF was far from disappointing, he was happy, energetic and seemingly a friend to everyone. I can seriously say I never felt more safe nor more happy that night. Unfortunately coming down from con-crud I never saw him suit up again that night.
At FC 2013, again this fursuiter never failed to disappoint me, inside of suit or out. In fact out of suit on the Friday night dance he made me dance for the first time (badly, but I didn't care! I was really enjoying myself). However when one is so happy there is the possibility of simply going too far, and I did. I became so enthralled with this particular fursuiter that every time I saw him, I had something to say - no matter how trivial. On Sunday night I saw him again in suit and he saw me, but he ran away. Not realizing what was going on I pursued him until he sat down next to a couple of other fursuiters. I sat with them all for a little while as we talked. The fursuiter I had become so enthralled by said: "Have you met my stalker? He's from Canada too." which again I interpreted as playful-banter. However as I said goodnight to him that night I pledged to let him be for the next day, as I sensed I was getting on his nerves. I didn't realize how hard that could be, until the next day I was feeling the onset of PCD and couldn't keep my mind off of my favorite fursuiter. I did talk to him in suit and out a couple of times and the con ended, we all went home. I knew I had slightly overdone it but I felt we left on good terms.
Other cons came and went, VancouFUR, BLFC, Furlandia - the latter two is where it all went wrong. At BLFC I had not seen my favorite fursuiter anywhere, and it made me feel really anxious. I had no idea I could become so attached to someone's fursuit (It's now known as a fursuit crush, guys!). I tweeted a whole lot of garbage which I wont reiterate, but when I got to Seattle after BLFC I found I had been blocked. I knew once this happened I had seriously gone too far. I intended to try and explain myself at Furlandia, but I just felt too anxious and after "He just keeps following us around!" I ran. I shouldn't have, but I did.
Rainfurrest came around, and when the fursuiter saw me he turned away, giving me the cold shoulder. I couldn't believe it. I knew I had to try and explain, but I just felt too anxious. Finally after consulting a friend about the situation he prodded me to go talk, but this just earned me the cold shoulder again. At MFF2014 I tried one last time, this time the cold shoulder would have been preferred, what I got was much worse. I gave up after that point, I had lost the respect of the fursuiter and would probably never again be able to experience the happiness and energy from them that exhilarated me. I had no choice but to move on and forget them.
If any of you do know the fursuiter involved in this, PLEASE don't give out their identity here. Any comments with the identity will be hidden. Deep down I still respect them for the positive energy that they gave me three years ago that inspired me to become a fursuiter as well. I'm not overly good at it right now, but I'm learning as I go along! Honestly though it's thanks to every fursuiter I've met who feeds the overwhelming sense of happiness into everyone that I am the person I am today. If any of you know of Star Trek Voyager and Seven-of-Nine's journey to individuality I can seriously relate to that with my journey to becoming someone to give out positive energy to absolutely everyone in an environment that makes me feel so happy.
Anyways I really appreciate all of you for reading this journal. I just need someway of being able to explain the few things that have gone wrong so they can hopefully be put right. I also want to explain what the furry fandom means to me and that I can honestly say - I'm so glad I found you all!
Thank you everyone!
FriendlyFox
MFF Meme! (Just because)
General | Posted 10 years agoI know I said I probably wouldn't do this, but the MFF excitement is really bubbling inside me, just seven weeks to go! I'm writing this just because I have some time to kill. :D
Convention: MidWest Fur Fest 2015
Hotel
The Hyatt - (Regency O'Hare)
Arrival/Departure
Arrive at con Thursday noon. Leaving Monday morning. (Arriving in Chicago Monday, three days before con begins).
Means of transportation:
United Airlines (To/From Vancouver (YVR)/Chicago O'Hare (ORD))
Sharing a room with:
salmy pacopanda and 
rayskyler
Who do you hang out with?
Anyone! I love making new friends. There are some people I really, really wanna meet this year!
Gender
Male
Preference
None - Asexual
Relationship Status
Single
How old are you?
Twenty-three years old. That's old enough, right? ^.^
Are you an Artist?
I am a writer.
Do you have an artist table?
No.
Do you take commissions?
No. Not unless you REALLY want an adorable story from me.
Are you a Fursuiter?
I am! Look for me!
Attending parties?
Not necessarily, but perhaps I can be persuaded.
Do you drink?
Coca-cola. I might even bring a 24-pack with me as US Coke sucks! D:
Can I buy you a drink?
If you really want - I'll probably buy you two in return though and not rest until I do!
Do you smoke?
Certainly not - though I have nothing against smokers.
Are you attending any panels?
Unsure at present.
Stage or public performance?
Maybe... you'll have to wait and see!
How do I identify myself to you?
Badges are the best I.D - though you'll have to say hello and talk a bit first unless I already know you. Furthermore I might not recognize you at first. Sorry!
Rules of engagement (physical contact)?
Hugs are welcome from all fursuiters - but maybe a tap on the shoulder first unless I already know you? Just a courtesy thing...
How can I find you?
Tweet @ FriendlyTheFox or @ Timothy_Raccoon - or shoot me a note here on FA. If you see a slim dude about 5'8 with glasses and short hair, it's probably me. Alternatively look for an orange and white fluffeh thing with big turquoise eyes and a slightly bouncy temperament!
Can I talk to you?
Sure! I'm talkative - perhaps a little too talkative.
Can I give you lots of money?
See the question referring to the drinks.
Can I give you stuff?
Stuff is welcome - I just hope I can fit it in my suitcase. xD
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Hugs will be provided to all who want them.
Can I come to dinner with you?
I will be glad of the company, just ask me first.
Can I hang out with you?
Sure thing! Hanging out would be a great way to get to know one-another.
Can I take your picture?
I don't mind being in pictures, but if you want to take 'my' photo, please ask me first.
Can I try on your fursuit?
Perhaps... if I know you well enough.
How do I know if you're not looking to socialize (angry, busy or upset)?
This isn't likely to happen... I'm going to be a happy, silly bouncy fox and just have a good time this year. Feel free to talk to me - I'll let you know if something is wrong.
Personality Type?
A little inept, but courteous and polite. Friendly beyond all means (hey, it's my name!). Transit know-it-all and that's about it. Heehee.
What's your goal for the con this year?
Meet lots, and lots of furs and have a genuinely good time!
--
Hope to see you there!
Convention: MidWest Fur Fest 2015
Hotel
The Hyatt - (Regency O'Hare)
Arrival/Departure
Arrive at con Thursday noon. Leaving Monday morning. (Arriving in Chicago Monday, three days before con begins).
Means of transportation:
United Airlines (To/From Vancouver (YVR)/Chicago O'Hare (ORD))
Sharing a room with:
salmy pacopanda and 
rayskylerWho do you hang out with?
Anyone! I love making new friends. There are some people I really, really wanna meet this year!
Gender
Male
Preference
None - Asexual
Relationship Status
Single
How old are you?
Twenty-three years old. That's old enough, right? ^.^
Are you an Artist?
I am a writer.
Do you have an artist table?
No.
Do you take commissions?
No. Not unless you REALLY want an adorable story from me.
Are you a Fursuiter?
I am! Look for me!
Attending parties?
Not necessarily, but perhaps I can be persuaded.
Do you drink?
Coca-cola. I might even bring a 24-pack with me as US Coke sucks! D:
Can I buy you a drink?
If you really want - I'll probably buy you two in return though and not rest until I do!
Do you smoke?
Certainly not - though I have nothing against smokers.
Are you attending any panels?
Unsure at present.
Stage or public performance?
Maybe... you'll have to wait and see!
How do I identify myself to you?
Badges are the best I.D - though you'll have to say hello and talk a bit first unless I already know you. Furthermore I might not recognize you at first. Sorry!
Rules of engagement (physical contact)?
Hugs are welcome from all fursuiters - but maybe a tap on the shoulder first unless I already know you? Just a courtesy thing...
How can I find you?
Tweet @ FriendlyTheFox or @ Timothy_Raccoon - or shoot me a note here on FA. If you see a slim dude about 5'8 with glasses and short hair, it's probably me. Alternatively look for an orange and white fluffeh thing with big turquoise eyes and a slightly bouncy temperament!
Can I talk to you?
Sure! I'm talkative - perhaps a little too talkative.
Can I give you lots of money?
See the question referring to the drinks.
Can I give you stuff?
Stuff is welcome - I just hope I can fit it in my suitcase. xD
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Hugs will be provided to all who want them.
Can I come to dinner with you?
I will be glad of the company, just ask me first.
Can I hang out with you?
Sure thing! Hanging out would be a great way to get to know one-another.
Can I take your picture?
I don't mind being in pictures, but if you want to take 'my' photo, please ask me first.
Can I try on your fursuit?
Perhaps... if I know you well enough.
How do I know if you're not looking to socialize (angry, busy or upset)?
This isn't likely to happen... I'm going to be a happy, silly bouncy fox and just have a good time this year. Feel free to talk to me - I'll let you know if something is wrong.
Personality Type?
A little inept, but courteous and polite. Friendly beyond all means (hey, it's my name!). Transit know-it-all and that's about it. Heehee.
What's your goal for the con this year?
Meet lots, and lots of furs and have a genuinely good time!
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Hope to see you there!
Rainfurrest 2015 recap and best memories!
General | Posted 10 years agoHi everyone! Long time since I last posted a journal, and never bothered to post an RF meme. Haven't got the time or patience for such things these days anyway.
As for RF - yes there were several things that happened that disturbed me (and many others) as you may have heard. On the other hand, despite those incidents I think this is the best RF I have attended since my very first RF back in 2012. I met TONS of new people, some of whom I've wanted to meet for a while. Fursuiters like
rahne , 
kodipup and 
elliotthebunny just to name a few.
Also got to room with the very kindhearted
sairyswolf as well as my good friends 
skyan and 
razzylee. Thank you guys for being such wonderful room mates! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. ^.^
I was planning on driving down to RF - however the minivan broke and therefore I had to bus to and from Seattle with my fursuit and everything. Luckily I have a huge suitcase that my 'suit fits in, and the head can be carried in a large reusable shopping bag. :D
Travelling by bus I probably saved about $500, the approximate cost of insuring the minivan for three months plus ferry fare both ways and fuel. Right now I need every bit of savings I can get to pay off my remaining EU trip debt and the relatively small amount accumulated at RF this year.
Anyways I think that's everything. My next convention is MidWest Fur Fest! REALLY looking forward to that convention, will be my third time there! I won't be posting a meme because as I said, no time or patience. xD
FriendlyFox
As for RF - yes there were several things that happened that disturbed me (and many others) as you may have heard. On the other hand, despite those incidents I think this is the best RF I have attended since my very first RF back in 2012. I met TONS of new people, some of whom I've wanted to meet for a while. Fursuiters like
rahne , 
kodipup and 
elliotthebunny just to name a few.Also got to room with the very kindhearted
sairyswolf as well as my good friends 
skyan and 
razzylee. Thank you guys for being such wonderful room mates! Looking forward to seeing you again soon. ^.^I was planning on driving down to RF - however the minivan broke and therefore I had to bus to and from Seattle with my fursuit and everything. Luckily I have a huge suitcase that my 'suit fits in, and the head can be carried in a large reusable shopping bag. :D
Travelling by bus I probably saved about $500, the approximate cost of insuring the minivan for three months plus ferry fare both ways and fuel. Right now I need every bit of savings I can get to pay off my remaining EU trip debt and the relatively small amount accumulated at RF this year.
Anyways I think that's everything. My next convention is MidWest Fur Fest! REALLY looking forward to that convention, will be my third time there! I won't be posting a meme because as I said, no time or patience. xD
FriendlyFox
Update: UK Trip and Eurofurence 2015
General | Posted 10 years agoSo I have booked my trip to the UK for August - I'm leaving on August 3rd from YVR (Vancouver) airport and flying into London Gatwick at roughly 7am UK time on August 4th. I'll be staying at YHA hostels in the London area for most of my stay (YHA Cheshunt August 4th-8th, YHA St. Paul's August 8th-12th, YHA London St. Pancras from August 12th to 19th, then I'm considering going to Berlin for Eurofurence via Cologne (arriving in Berlin August 20th and leaving around 9am August 24th), and then staying at YHA London Oxford Street from August 24th to 30th, with the final night at the Gatwick Airport Hilton before my return flight home around 10am on August 31st.
The main point of this journal apart from letting UK furs know I'm coming for sure, is also to hopefully find a spot in an Estrel room. If I cannot find a space in an Estrel room I won't be going, since I'm going to be bringing my fursuit and it would be just too inconvenient to have to walk for almost an hour between the convention and the other hotels/hostels.
The main reason I'm bringing my fursuit is to attend some LondonFur meets in August (there are two I think) and possibly so some of my UK family members can meet a certain fluffy, friendly fox. :D
The main point of this journal apart from letting UK furs know I'm coming for sure, is also to hopefully find a spot in an Estrel room. If I cannot find a space in an Estrel room I won't be going, since I'm going to be bringing my fursuit and it would be just too inconvenient to have to walk for almost an hour between the convention and the other hotels/hostels.
The main reason I'm bringing my fursuit is to attend some LondonFur meets in August (there are two I think) and possibly so some of my UK family members can meet a certain fluffy, friendly fox. :D
Psychological thoughts... pain... suffering... love.
General | Posted 10 years agoSo... where do I start? *sigh*
This journal was brought about by the feelings that I've had recently, as well as a comment by someone on a story (no names for courtesy reasons).
Timothy and Friendly are my own fantasy... two boys who become the best of friends. Those of you who know Timothy very well will also know he has consistent issues with his bike getting stuck in the mud (and also various dreams of mud conspiring to trap him); his need for pull-up diapers when he sleeps (and wearing them during the day for comfort and confidence issues up to the age of seven) and also his dependence on his training wheels to ride his bike (in every story so far). Timothy also cannot swim at all and needs to wear floaties when he goes in water too deep for him.
Many (if not all) of my stories will involve Timothy getting stuck in the mud one way or another, it's just the way things go.
I share Friendly and Timothy with other furries sometimes, and those who do get to participate in roleplay or story (or yet, both) of these two lovable characters are very lucky indeed, and I'm about to explain exactly why that is.
Timothy was born out of my own personal desires and interests after a friendship with someone who was very important to me eight years ago went somewhat awry. Timothy is my own personal imaginary friend. Others may call me silly, stupid, mentally ill, mentally delayed or whatever labels they want to come up with, but I'll still always love Timothy no matter what people on this world think.
However, do you know the hardest part about loving an imaginary friend so much? The fact you'll never actually feel the love, joy, comfort, and also sorrow of having a real friend like the one you love. Whenever I see a little boy riding a bike with training wheels, I always think of Timothy and how much fun could be had if he were alive and real. Also whenever I go swimming I think of Timothy and how much fun it would be to be swimming with him. It's torture to the soul sometimes.
For those of you who are starting to worry about me a little now, please don't. Not that I'm not worth worrying about, but I'm not suicidal. I will admit I have had those thoughts before, but I believe I was put on this planet in this particular dimension for one reason or another, I just have to find out why. When my time does come though (most likely either through natural causes or a tragic accident), I'll be comforted by the thought of being in the company of my little friend, Timothy.
That is literally the only thing that comforts me about death, the thought of being with my little friend at last... being able to feel his soft, thick fur, to see his little hazel eyes light up, to hear him chittering and trilling when he's happy and to hear him sniffling when he's upset, to comfort him when he is upset, and know with all my heart and soul that I love him and he loves me too with his little heart and soul.
So when someone says along the lines of 'I can't read your stories because it's the same thing over and over' - the only thing that bothers me is they expect Timothy (or Friendly) to be different. But then it wouldn't be Friendly and Timothy, would it?
I will say something in this person's defense though; I have been working on other ideas for Timothy besides always getting stuck in the mud or wetting his pull-ups, but these things are likely to be commonplace in my stories because Timothy really does need his pull-ups and his training wheels. I have a rough idea of a timeframe when Timothy finally does stop bedwetting and also gets the confidence he needs to try and ride his bike without his training wheels, but I haven't gotten to any of this yet, it could be a year from now or a decade from now. I just haven't gotten around to writing anything that advanced yet.
That is all.
FriendlyFox.
This journal was brought about by the feelings that I've had recently, as well as a comment by someone on a story (no names for courtesy reasons).
Timothy and Friendly are my own fantasy... two boys who become the best of friends. Those of you who know Timothy very well will also know he has consistent issues with his bike getting stuck in the mud (and also various dreams of mud conspiring to trap him); his need for pull-up diapers when he sleeps (and wearing them during the day for comfort and confidence issues up to the age of seven) and also his dependence on his training wheels to ride his bike (in every story so far). Timothy also cannot swim at all and needs to wear floaties when he goes in water too deep for him.
Many (if not all) of my stories will involve Timothy getting stuck in the mud one way or another, it's just the way things go.
I share Friendly and Timothy with other furries sometimes, and those who do get to participate in roleplay or story (or yet, both) of these two lovable characters are very lucky indeed, and I'm about to explain exactly why that is.
Timothy was born out of my own personal desires and interests after a friendship with someone who was very important to me eight years ago went somewhat awry. Timothy is my own personal imaginary friend. Others may call me silly, stupid, mentally ill, mentally delayed or whatever labels they want to come up with, but I'll still always love Timothy no matter what people on this world think.
However, do you know the hardest part about loving an imaginary friend so much? The fact you'll never actually feel the love, joy, comfort, and also sorrow of having a real friend like the one you love. Whenever I see a little boy riding a bike with training wheels, I always think of Timothy and how much fun could be had if he were alive and real. Also whenever I go swimming I think of Timothy and how much fun it would be to be swimming with him. It's torture to the soul sometimes.
For those of you who are starting to worry about me a little now, please don't. Not that I'm not worth worrying about, but I'm not suicidal. I will admit I have had those thoughts before, but I believe I was put on this planet in this particular dimension for one reason or another, I just have to find out why. When my time does come though (most likely either through natural causes or a tragic accident), I'll be comforted by the thought of being in the company of my little friend, Timothy.
That is literally the only thing that comforts me about death, the thought of being with my little friend at last... being able to feel his soft, thick fur, to see his little hazel eyes light up, to hear him chittering and trilling when he's happy and to hear him sniffling when he's upset, to comfort him when he is upset, and know with all my heart and soul that I love him and he loves me too with his little heart and soul.
So when someone says along the lines of 'I can't read your stories because it's the same thing over and over' - the only thing that bothers me is they expect Timothy (or Friendly) to be different. But then it wouldn't be Friendly and Timothy, would it?
I will say something in this person's defense though; I have been working on other ideas for Timothy besides always getting stuck in the mud or wetting his pull-ups, but these things are likely to be commonplace in my stories because Timothy really does need his pull-ups and his training wheels. I have a rough idea of a timeframe when Timothy finally does stop bedwetting and also gets the confidence he needs to try and ride his bike without his training wheels, but I haven't gotten to any of this yet, it could be a year from now or a decade from now. I just haven't gotten around to writing anything that advanced yet.
That is all.
FriendlyFox.
UK Trip and Eurofurence 2015
General | Posted 10 years agoHowdy there my friends! ^^
Just a heads up that I am on the verge of booking a 4-week UK and EU trip for August. I was also considering going to EuroFurence, but unfortunately due to my plans and finances (and leaving it too late to search for accommodation) means I can no longer consider EF as an option for this year.
How am I going to be travelling around the UK and Europe? The answer is in my blood... hehe. Train! I would take a Eurostar service from London St. Pancras to Brussels-Midi/Zuid, and then transfer onto TGV Thalys/DB ICE to Cologne where I intend to stay at a hostel for a week or so.
This also means I may not be bringing my fursuit on my trip, though if there does happen to be a London Furmeet or something going on in August I may change my mind.
Yours
FriendlyFox
Just a heads up that I am on the verge of booking a 4-week UK and EU trip for August. I was also considering going to EuroFurence, but unfortunately due to my plans and finances (and leaving it too late to search for accommodation) means I can no longer consider EF as an option for this year.
How am I going to be travelling around the UK and Europe? The answer is in my blood... hehe. Train! I would take a Eurostar service from London St. Pancras to Brussels-Midi/Zuid, and then transfer onto TGV Thalys/DB ICE to Cologne where I intend to stay at a hostel for a week or so.
This also means I may not be bringing my fursuit on my trip, though if there does happen to be a London Furmeet or something going on in August I may change my mind.
Yours
FriendlyFox
An Unfortunate turn of events...
General | Posted 10 years agoWell... heck where do I even begin? These past few weeks have been really busy... to the point where I've been pulling 9hr and 11hr shifts in pouring rain or scorching sunshine just to keep things under control at the ferry terminal. Easter weekend and all... but this easter weekend came with a blow I really didn't expect.
On Saturday I went into work at 10am, working until my usual quitting time of 5pm. When I came home I noticed nobody else was in. I thought they might have gone shopping or something and gave it no further thought, ordering pizza for dinner. Shortly afterwards my sister phoned and said Mum was in hospital. I asked why and she didn't say, just saying she didn't feel well. When she and Dad came home, I was told it may be leukemia. Within 24 hours she was transferred from Victoria's Royal Jubilee Hospital to Vancouver General - the only facility in the province capable of treating leukemia patients.
Luckily I had a trip to Vancouver planned this week and so while there, I went to see her twice. She has a minor complication due to some congestion in her lungs, most likely pneumonia. She's on strong antibiotics for that and they just started chemotherapy. Today when we phoned she said she'd taken a turn for the worse, having difficulty breathing and no strength to even get up - the same as what happened on Saturday I'm told. This is going to be a long endeavor, she may be in Vancouver for months as Vancouver General is the only facility in the province that has the resources for leukemia patients. For about a month she had been complaining about odd bruises and strange bite-like marks on her body.
Anyways, yeah - that's what's been going on this last week or so. Just so you all know why I've been less active lately. :(
FriendlyFox
On Saturday I went into work at 10am, working until my usual quitting time of 5pm. When I came home I noticed nobody else was in. I thought they might have gone shopping or something and gave it no further thought, ordering pizza for dinner. Shortly afterwards my sister phoned and said Mum was in hospital. I asked why and she didn't say, just saying she didn't feel well. When she and Dad came home, I was told it may be leukemia. Within 24 hours she was transferred from Victoria's Royal Jubilee Hospital to Vancouver General - the only facility in the province capable of treating leukemia patients.
Luckily I had a trip to Vancouver planned this week and so while there, I went to see her twice. She has a minor complication due to some congestion in her lungs, most likely pneumonia. She's on strong antibiotics for that and they just started chemotherapy. Today when we phoned she said she'd taken a turn for the worse, having difficulty breathing and no strength to even get up - the same as what happened on Saturday I'm told. This is going to be a long endeavor, she may be in Vancouver for months as Vancouver General is the only facility in the province that has the resources for leukemia patients. For about a month she had been complaining about odd bruises and strange bite-like marks on her body.
Anyways, yeah - that's what's been going on this last week or so. Just so you all know why I've been less active lately. :(
FriendlyFox
OMG OMG OMG!!!
General | Posted 11 years agoWell... sometimes the very best news rises from the ashes of disaster - or something like that. LOL
Today I recieved notification I have a job interview next week with Vancouver's transit provider - Coast Mountain Bus Company. As a transit-enthusiast this can only compare to a kid who dreamed of being an astronaut being shortlisted for an interview with NASA. xD
Anyways I have a week to prepare for the interview - which mostly consists of a comprehension test and training videos. Judging by how this goes, I might end up moving to metro Vancouver sooner than I had thought possible - much sooner. Hehe.
Anyways, just sharing some good news that I had today.
Today I recieved notification I have a job interview next week with Vancouver's transit provider - Coast Mountain Bus Company. As a transit-enthusiast this can only compare to a kid who dreamed of being an astronaut being shortlisted for an interview with NASA. xD
Anyways I have a week to prepare for the interview - which mostly consists of a comprehension test and training videos. Judging by how this goes, I might end up moving to metro Vancouver sooner than I had thought possible - much sooner. Hehe.
Anyways, just sharing some good news that I had today.
Wow... now I feel tons better :D
General | Posted 11 years agoThis is just a response to the last journal from 1 1/2 days ago.
I am feeling tons better now I know that people are truly there for me and willing to be a friend to me, as much as I am willing to be a friend to them. The past is the past and it can't be changed... sometimes that's a good thing, sometimes not so much. Still, the point of this is to say I'm feeling a lot better.
With regards to what happened, I'll have to live with it for the rest of my life. However, as to the outcome of the entire thing I'll just have to wait and see how the future turns out. All I can do is focus on happier things, like being the adorable fluffy fox that lots of people already know and love.
I guess I just had to vent it out because I've kept the entire thing bottled up for over a year, only telling a couple of well-trusted friends of the entire thing. Now I have let loose the beans I feel tons better.
Thank you to all of you, and I hope to see you all soon to give you big dumb fluffy foxy hugs! <3
(Probably EF and RF 2015, see you there I hope!)
I am feeling tons better now I know that people are truly there for me and willing to be a friend to me, as much as I am willing to be a friend to them. The past is the past and it can't be changed... sometimes that's a good thing, sometimes not so much. Still, the point of this is to say I'm feeling a lot better.
With regards to what happened, I'll have to live with it for the rest of my life. However, as to the outcome of the entire thing I'll just have to wait and see how the future turns out. All I can do is focus on happier things, like being the adorable fluffy fox that lots of people already know and love.
I guess I just had to vent it out because I've kept the entire thing bottled up for over a year, only telling a couple of well-trusted friends of the entire thing. Now I have let loose the beans I feel tons better.
Thank you to all of you, and I hope to see you all soon to give you big dumb fluffy foxy hugs! <3
(Probably EF and RF 2015, see you there I hope!)
Something I seriously need to get off my chest...
General | Posted 11 years ago(Long-winded journal warning, but please read. Psychological pain is the worst type of pain to experience... I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy - though I'd like to think I don't have any of those.)
So... this journal is mostly about some problems that seemingly happened ages ago; but problems keep happening and it's getting on my nerves... so I have to say something to attempt to stop this endless circle of events.
*takes a deep breath and tries to stop shivering*
What has brought on this reaction as well as this journal? I'll tell you... While reprocessing my earliest convention videos (VF and RF 2012) some memories resurfaced that keep on haunting me to this very day. At VF2012 and RF2012 there was a fursuiter who I became somewhat star-struck by... just the way they performed in suit as well as how awesome their fursuit really is. At RF I managed to talk to this fursuiter for the very first time... things couldn't have been going any better. Trouble is I was still very new to the fandom and to social media at this time, and some very obvious things hadn't yet dawned on me regarding the use of said social media... particularly when talking to popular people.
FC2013 was my very first big convention - that being over 3k people there. I was overwhelmed... not only with happiness but with some anxiety too as I wanted to meet a lot of people, but I wanted to spend some time with my favorite fursuiter as well. I'll admit I got a little on the clingy side, but not to the point where I was 'always there' as some would make it out to be. We did randomly bump into each other every now and again throughout the con, and I had a little something to say that was nagging on my mind, particularly because I had invited them to VancouFUR - my local furry con - and on the Sunday night I noticed they were actually running away from me (in suit). Of course I assumed they were playing and chased them... (now I know it was serious) and when they introduced me to their friend as "Have you met my stalker? He's from Canada too" I assumed again it was a playful banter. (Not so, apparently). Then at the end of the con I kinda came down with PCD early - on Monday when the con was winding down. I wasn't in my right mind, but some newfound friends really helped settle me down and I was able to say goodbye to my favorite fursuiter hand-to-paw and with a hug. Sadly this is the last time that would ever happen.
At every con since then my previously favorite fursuiter has ignored me - refused to talk to me - heck they even fail to make any eye-contact with me at all.
The only thing I ever wanted after FC2013 was to show my appreciation for putting up with me being a little bit star-struck over the fact I had actually met my favorite fursuiter in and out of suit, and for making my first FC one to remember for a long time. I know I somewhat overdid it by being a little clingy but I was nervous - and I apologized. (Being Canadian it's one thing I tend to do far too much).
But seriously... every attempt to communicate now is met with a negative response. They view me as a toxic person... and the most awful thing is I can't think why. I would have thought a fursuiter would be most appreciative to think that they made someone really happy just by being their bouncy, happy furry selves. Does wanting to show my appreciation for that joy makes me a toxic person? I know not... but to them it seems this is the case. I can't help but feel terrible... like I've done something really wrong to upset this person - and for the life of me I can't figure out exactly what pushed them over the edge like that. Normally when misunderstandings like this happen, things should be carefully talked over and explained... and then unfortunate circumstances like this won't happen. I didn't catch any of the warning signs though, and now this is the reality I have to face.
The worst part? I'm now on the verge of being terrified of this person... literally. At RF2013 and MFF2014 we kept happening across each others' path very awkwardly. I was having a panic attack under my suit whenever I saw them... eventually I worked up enough courage to attempt to talk, but I was instantly shot down by "Don't talk to me" and "I don't care" which instantly took the wind out of my sails. I had hoped things could be explained, simply and carefully... and then we could forget about this whole mess - but I need serious help with this. It has gotten to the point that I can't always enjoy a convention unless I know these unfortunate awkward crossings-of-paths whether in suit or otherwise won't happen.
For those of you who don't know, I am a person diagnosed with Autism-Spectrum-Disorder (specifically PDD-NOS) and I have some trouble telling the difference between being serious and telling jokes. This isn't to say I don't understand jokes at all, or that I'm always dead-serious because this isn't true. Those of you who know me know I can genuinely laugh as well as cry... however it means misunderstandings are bound to happen, and this particular case is literally driving me to insanity.
(If any of you know who I may be talking about, please don't bring this to their attention unless you know that they would be willing to read it through carefully and maybe talk things out either directly with me, or through you. I don't want to force anything, I just want my experiences to be heard).
FriendlyFox
So... this journal is mostly about some problems that seemingly happened ages ago; but problems keep happening and it's getting on my nerves... so I have to say something to attempt to stop this endless circle of events.
*takes a deep breath and tries to stop shivering*
What has brought on this reaction as well as this journal? I'll tell you... While reprocessing my earliest convention videos (VF and RF 2012) some memories resurfaced that keep on haunting me to this very day. At VF2012 and RF2012 there was a fursuiter who I became somewhat star-struck by... just the way they performed in suit as well as how awesome their fursuit really is. At RF I managed to talk to this fursuiter for the very first time... things couldn't have been going any better. Trouble is I was still very new to the fandom and to social media at this time, and some very obvious things hadn't yet dawned on me regarding the use of said social media... particularly when talking to popular people.
FC2013 was my very first big convention - that being over 3k people there. I was overwhelmed... not only with happiness but with some anxiety too as I wanted to meet a lot of people, but I wanted to spend some time with my favorite fursuiter as well. I'll admit I got a little on the clingy side, but not to the point where I was 'always there' as some would make it out to be. We did randomly bump into each other every now and again throughout the con, and I had a little something to say that was nagging on my mind, particularly because I had invited them to VancouFUR - my local furry con - and on the Sunday night I noticed they were actually running away from me (in suit). Of course I assumed they were playing and chased them... (now I know it was serious) and when they introduced me to their friend as "Have you met my stalker? He's from Canada too" I assumed again it was a playful banter. (Not so, apparently). Then at the end of the con I kinda came down with PCD early - on Monday when the con was winding down. I wasn't in my right mind, but some newfound friends really helped settle me down and I was able to say goodbye to my favorite fursuiter hand-to-paw and with a hug. Sadly this is the last time that would ever happen.
At every con since then my previously favorite fursuiter has ignored me - refused to talk to me - heck they even fail to make any eye-contact with me at all.
The only thing I ever wanted after FC2013 was to show my appreciation for putting up with me being a little bit star-struck over the fact I had actually met my favorite fursuiter in and out of suit, and for making my first FC one to remember for a long time. I know I somewhat overdid it by being a little clingy but I was nervous - and I apologized. (Being Canadian it's one thing I tend to do far too much).
But seriously... every attempt to communicate now is met with a negative response. They view me as a toxic person... and the most awful thing is I can't think why. I would have thought a fursuiter would be most appreciative to think that they made someone really happy just by being their bouncy, happy furry selves. Does wanting to show my appreciation for that joy makes me a toxic person? I know not... but to them it seems this is the case. I can't help but feel terrible... like I've done something really wrong to upset this person - and for the life of me I can't figure out exactly what pushed them over the edge like that. Normally when misunderstandings like this happen, things should be carefully talked over and explained... and then unfortunate circumstances like this won't happen. I didn't catch any of the warning signs though, and now this is the reality I have to face.
The worst part? I'm now on the verge of being terrified of this person... literally. At RF2013 and MFF2014 we kept happening across each others' path very awkwardly. I was having a panic attack under my suit whenever I saw them... eventually I worked up enough courage to attempt to talk, but I was instantly shot down by "Don't talk to me" and "I don't care" which instantly took the wind out of my sails. I had hoped things could be explained, simply and carefully... and then we could forget about this whole mess - but I need serious help with this. It has gotten to the point that I can't always enjoy a convention unless I know these unfortunate awkward crossings-of-paths whether in suit or otherwise won't happen.
For those of you who don't know, I am a person diagnosed with Autism-Spectrum-Disorder (specifically PDD-NOS) and I have some trouble telling the difference between being serious and telling jokes. This isn't to say I don't understand jokes at all, or that I'm always dead-serious because this isn't true. Those of you who know me know I can genuinely laugh as well as cry... however it means misunderstandings are bound to happen, and this particular case is literally driving me to insanity.
(If any of you know who I may be talking about, please don't bring this to their attention unless you know that they would be willing to read it through carefully and maybe talk things out either directly with me, or through you. I don't want to force anything, I just want my experiences to be heard).
FriendlyFox
VancouFUR is NINE DAYS AWAY! :D *bouncebouncebounce!*
General | Posted 11 years agoJust as it says on the tin, hehe.
Who will I see there? Look for me! I'll be that big orange and white fluffball 'trying' to fit in and maybe cause some hijinks here and there. xD
It's my local con! Also my fourth time going to this convention.
This is my fifteenth convention attended! It's been a wonderful three years since the very first VancouFUR which was my very first furry con. Lots has happened in that time - good and bad - but that's all part of life. :D
See you there! Be there! I say so! >:D
Who will I see there? Look for me! I'll be that big orange and white fluffball 'trying' to fit in and maybe cause some hijinks here and there. xD
It's my local con! Also my fourth time going to this convention.
This is my fifteenth convention attended! It's been a wonderful three years since the very first VancouFUR which was my very first furry con. Lots has happened in that time - good and bad - but that's all part of life. :D
See you there! Be there! I say so! >:D
Taking a new direction... mostly to make things simpler
General | Posted 11 years agoUp until now I have been posting my stories everywhere I can think of. I've had my stories posted for anywhere from one to two years on sites such as Booksie, Wattpad, Worthy of Publishing, Figment, Mibba, and others I can't think of right now - besides DeviantART, FurAffinity and some on InkBunny (though the latter is neglected these days).
I've decided just to concentrate on a couple of fronts instead of going to lots of websites looking for feedback about my work. In the two years of posting my stories to those websites, I only received a couple of comments and mostly saying things like "Good Work" or something rather non-constructive. I had one constructive comment that made me feel better, though that's not the main reason for me removing my content from the sites mentioned earlier.
My main concern is that with some of my earlier stories, I have had some issues with typos and other complications that would make the stories much less palatable to someone looking for a good story without having to try and find out what I'm trying to convey. Some of my earlier works like "Friendly's New Friend"; "Joys of the Summer"; "Art and Biro go to camp"; and "The Campground Adventure"; will need some serious editing to work out the errors and some stories I hope to prepare for publication, which means most of them will need to be totally rewritten.
Lately I've been experimenting with describing the opening scene/s to my stories in a lot of detail, something I managed to pick up from reading some other peoples' work. When I started writing most of these stories I did not feel like submitting them for publication, though now I look at them and what I'd like to do with my future and I've figured, why not? Why would people not want to read my stories (despite obvious reasons for errors and my old writing-style of jumping straight into the story).
Anyways just something I had to get off my chest. I may end up removing these stories from DA, FA and IB and resubmitting them as I either rewrite them or proofread and modify them.
FriendlyFox
I've decided just to concentrate on a couple of fronts instead of going to lots of websites looking for feedback about my work. In the two years of posting my stories to those websites, I only received a couple of comments and mostly saying things like "Good Work" or something rather non-constructive. I had one constructive comment that made me feel better, though that's not the main reason for me removing my content from the sites mentioned earlier.
My main concern is that with some of my earlier stories, I have had some issues with typos and other complications that would make the stories much less palatable to someone looking for a good story without having to try and find out what I'm trying to convey. Some of my earlier works like "Friendly's New Friend"; "Joys of the Summer"; "Art and Biro go to camp"; and "The Campground Adventure"; will need some serious editing to work out the errors and some stories I hope to prepare for publication, which means most of them will need to be totally rewritten.
Lately I've been experimenting with describing the opening scene/s to my stories in a lot of detail, something I managed to pick up from reading some other peoples' work. When I started writing most of these stories I did not feel like submitting them for publication, though now I look at them and what I'd like to do with my future and I've figured, why not? Why would people not want to read my stories (despite obvious reasons for errors and my old writing-style of jumping straight into the story).
Anyways just something I had to get off my chest. I may end up removing these stories from DA, FA and IB and resubmitting them as I either rewrite them or proofread and modify them.
FriendlyFox
Two stories at once? Or... something like that? GAH!
General | Posted 11 years agoHey everyone! I'm delighted to announce some of my new projects for the next month or so here.
First, I really need to get the wheels rolling on the collaboration story with
thehotrodhero which he has worked so hard on and I've just been trying to juggle a whole bunch of things to get done whatever I can. Sorry it's taken so long buddy, I should have plenty of time to work on it over the next couple of weeks.
Now that I have "Sleepover at Jake's" out of the way where our dear G-Shep friend Jake joins Friendly and Timothy, forming the trio that's become well-known in my stories over the past few years, I have some more projects I want to work on for you all to enjoy.
For some time I have had some ideas floating around where my characters Friendly, Jake and Timothy get to meet some of
christaphorac's characters. In particular Timothy gets to meet Corky and Duwayne, a couple of raccoons two years younger than Timothy who are most curious about some of Timothy's possessions, such as his training wheels on his bike and his bedtime pull-up diapers, neither of which they've ever seen before. Here's a pic with all three of them together:
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/8978689/
I've also become quite fond of another of Christaphorac's characters - Ashley the skunk. I hope to write a story where Friendly (and maybe Jake too) get to meet Ashley and maybe Acie the squirrel as well, while Timothy's away for a few weeks, and then a follow-up where Timothy meets Ashley as well.
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/15530184/
That's all for now... feel free to send me any ideas you would like to see. I really appreciate everyone who reads my stories as well as all of the comments I get to help me improve, or just some ideas.
FriendlyFox
First, I really need to get the wheels rolling on the collaboration story with
thehotrodhero which he has worked so hard on and I've just been trying to juggle a whole bunch of things to get done whatever I can. Sorry it's taken so long buddy, I should have plenty of time to work on it over the next couple of weeks.Now that I have "Sleepover at Jake's" out of the way where our dear G-Shep friend Jake joins Friendly and Timothy, forming the trio that's become well-known in my stories over the past few years, I have some more projects I want to work on for you all to enjoy.
For some time I have had some ideas floating around where my characters Friendly, Jake and Timothy get to meet some of
christaphorac's characters. In particular Timothy gets to meet Corky and Duwayne, a couple of raccoons two years younger than Timothy who are most curious about some of Timothy's possessions, such as his training wheels on his bike and his bedtime pull-up diapers, neither of which they've ever seen before. Here's a pic with all three of them together:http://www.furaffinity.net/full/8978689/
I've also become quite fond of another of Christaphorac's characters - Ashley the skunk. I hope to write a story where Friendly (and maybe Jake too) get to meet Ashley and maybe Acie the squirrel as well, while Timothy's away for a few weeks, and then a follow-up where Timothy meets Ashley as well.
http://www.furaffinity.net/full/15530184/
That's all for now... feel free to send me any ideas you would like to see. I really appreciate everyone who reads my stories as well as all of the comments I get to help me improve, or just some ideas.
FriendlyFox
Stories with Friendly, Timothy, and Jake too!
General | Posted 11 years agoHey everyone. Just a little journal for you all to read.
I'm sorry I haven't been able to get any stories out lately. I've had some wonderful ideas floating about and I will be working on a very cute story with Friendly and Timothy, where the third member of the group - Jake the German Shepherd - is introduced. I won't reveal too much about it, but I will say if you enjoy adorable cute scenes and some embarrassing situations it will be well worth the read! I also hope to commission an artist (or two) to illustrate two of the scenes from this story.
As for a timeline, it's not definite, but I'm hoping by the end of January (the 29th maybe). I will be finalizing some of the final details tonight before I need to get everything ready for my trip to San Jose for Further Confusion! I have a 4 hour bus ride and 2 hour flight on Tuesday which should allow me to get some of the story done, and the rest will follow over the next two weeks as I make my way back to Seattle on January 26th. Hopefully on January 28th the story will be finished and ready to be posted.
I also have the other story I talked about some time ago, where Timothy meets a raccoon girl named Sharon. I hope to work more on this after I get back from FC. thehotrodhero put in a lot of time and effort to get that story together, and I need to get a few more ideas to finish it off before I can consider posting it. Ideas such as how Timothy's new girlfriend will affect Friendly's relationship with Timothy, for better or worse? Is Friendly jealous, or does he think a girlfriend is just what Timothy needs? What about Jake? How does he feel about Timothy's new friend?
Anyways I hope that is enough to keep you entertained until I return. It's almost FC time! *wags*
Maybe see you there? I hope so! If not... well maybe another time
FriendlyFox
I'm sorry I haven't been able to get any stories out lately. I've had some wonderful ideas floating about and I will be working on a very cute story with Friendly and Timothy, where the third member of the group - Jake the German Shepherd - is introduced. I won't reveal too much about it, but I will say if you enjoy adorable cute scenes and some embarrassing situations it will be well worth the read! I also hope to commission an artist (or two) to illustrate two of the scenes from this story.
As for a timeline, it's not definite, but I'm hoping by the end of January (the 29th maybe). I will be finalizing some of the final details tonight before I need to get everything ready for my trip to San Jose for Further Confusion! I have a 4 hour bus ride and 2 hour flight on Tuesday which should allow me to get some of the story done, and the rest will follow over the next two weeks as I make my way back to Seattle on January 26th. Hopefully on January 28th the story will be finished and ready to be posted.
I also have the other story I talked about some time ago, where Timothy meets a raccoon girl named Sharon. I hope to work more on this after I get back from FC.
thehotrodhero put in a lot of time and effort to get that story together, and I need to get a few more ideas to finish it off before I can consider posting it. Ideas such as how Timothy's new girlfriend will affect Friendly's relationship with Timothy, for better or worse? Is Friendly jealous, or does he think a girlfriend is just what Timothy needs? What about Jake? How does he feel about Timothy's new friend?Anyways I hope that is enough to keep you entertained until I return. It's almost FC time! *wags*
Maybe see you there? I hope so! If not... well maybe another time
FriendlyFox
Trains Trains Trains! *bounce!*
General | Posted 11 years agoHeehee. Hey everyone!
I just thought I'd make a little journal to show you a video I recently created. The state of California is officially starting construction on the first dedicated High-Speed Rail route in six days' time! (January 6, 2015) The long-awaited civil engineering project will link the San Francisco Bay area to the Los Angeles basin in just under 3 hours!
More info about the project here: http://www.hsr.ca.gov/
Using Microsoft Train Simulator, some freeware stock, a freeware route (LGV Med 3.0 based in the South of France) and some freeware music I made a promotional video for the project. Feel free to watch, comment and maybe subscribe if you like buses, trains and ferries. Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SP3d8Q6ao8U
Explaining some of the video - LGV Med 3.0 is a route between Marseilles and Valence TGV/Nimes, which is a similar - albeit a lot smaller - route to the California High Speed rail project route between Los Angeles and Merced (the junction for San Francisco/Sacramento).
Locations are outlined below:
--- Marseilles St Charles as Los Angeles Union Station ---
--- Aix-en-Provence TGV as Palmdale ---
--- Avignon TGV as Bakersfield ---
--- Valence TGV as Merced ---
(The ICE-3 and TGV-R sets seen in the video represent XpressWest services to Las Vegas and beyond; XpressWest is currently pending a federal loan application approval)
Enjoy!
I just thought I'd make a little journal to show you a video I recently created. The state of California is officially starting construction on the first dedicated High-Speed Rail route in six days' time! (January 6, 2015) The long-awaited civil engineering project will link the San Francisco Bay area to the Los Angeles basin in just under 3 hours!
More info about the project here: http://www.hsr.ca.gov/
Using Microsoft Train Simulator, some freeware stock, a freeware route (LGV Med 3.0 based in the South of France) and some freeware music I made a promotional video for the project. Feel free to watch, comment and maybe subscribe if you like buses, trains and ferries. Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SP3d8Q6ao8U
Explaining some of the video - LGV Med 3.0 is a route between Marseilles and Valence TGV/Nimes, which is a similar - albeit a lot smaller - route to the California High Speed rail project route between Los Angeles and Merced (the junction for San Francisco/Sacramento).
Locations are outlined below:
--- Marseilles St Charles as Los Angeles Union Station ---
--- Aix-en-Provence TGV as Palmdale ---
--- Avignon TGV as Bakersfield ---
--- Valence TGV as Merced ---
(The ICE-3 and TGV-R sets seen in the video represent XpressWest services to Las Vegas and beyond; XpressWest is currently pending a federal loan application approval)
Enjoy!
FC2015 meme time!
General | Posted 11 years agoIt's coming! It's coming! Oh my god, guys FC is just four weeks away now! :D
Here's some fun facts for you all to read!
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Convention: Further Confusion 2015: London Fog: A Victorian Murder Mystery
Hotel
The Hilton San Jose (2nd Con hotel)
Arrival/Departure
Arrive Thursday noon. Leaving Tuesday morning.
Means of transportation:
Southwest Airlines (To/From SeaTac/Norman Y. Mineta)
Sharing a room with:
ShadyWolf,
Sawblade5, 
dlore2177
Who do you hang out with?
Anyone at all! I can usually be found 'trying' to fit in with other furs. :D
Gender
Male
Preference
None - Asexual
Relationship Status
Single
How old are you?
I was born 22 years ago... aren't I old fashioned? xD
Are you an Artist?
I am a writer. Hey, maybe I might write a murder mystery based on this con! :D
Do you have an artist table?
No.
Do you take commissions?
No. Not unless you REALLY want an adorable story from me.
Are you a Fursuiter?
I am, but I am unsure if I will be bringing my fursuit to this convention. You'll have to wait and see!
Attending parties?
Not necessarily, but perhaps I can be persuaded.
Do you drink?
Coca-cola. I might even bring a 12-pack across the border as US Coke sucks! D:
Can I buy you a drink?
If you really want - I'll probably buy you two in return though and not rest until I do!
Do you smoke?
Certainly not - though I have nothing against smokers.
Are you attending any panels?
Unsure at present.
Stage or public performance?
Maybe... you'll have to wait and see!
How do I identify myself to you?
Badges are the best I.D - though you'll have to say hello and talk a bit first unless I already know you.
Rules of engagement (physical contact)?
Hugs are welcome from all fursuiters - but maybe a tap on the shoulder first unless I already know you? Just a courtesy thing...
How can I find you?
Tweet @ FriendlyTheFox or @ Timothy_Raccoon - or shoot me a note here on FA. If you see a dude with glasses wearing a blue t-shirt and orange flame shorts, it's me pretending to be my little friend Timothy
Alternatively look for an orange and white fluffeh thing with big turquoise eyes. I might bring my fursuit, but then again I might not.
Can I talk to you?
Sure! I'm talkative - perhaps a little too talkative.
Can I give you lots of money?
See the question referring to the drinks.
Can I give you stuff?
Stuff is welcome - I just hope I can fit it in my suitcase. xD
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
If I know you - then you may request a snuggle session. Hugs will be provided to all who want them.
Can I come to dinner with you?
I will be glad of the company, just ask me first.
Can I hang out with you?
Sure thing! Hanging out would be a great way to get to know one-another.
Can I take your picture?
I don't mind being in pictures, but if you want to take 'my' photo, please ask me first.
How do I know if you're not looking to socialize (angry, busy or upset)?
If I appear upset or angry - comfort me - that's an order. Not likely to be busy or angry, not at the con anyways.
Personality Type?
A little inept, but courteous and polite. Friendly beyond all means (hey, it's my name!). Transit know-it-all and that's about it. Heehee.
What's your goal for the con this year?
Meet more furs and socialize more with others. Have good times, laughs and plenty of hugs from fursuiters; and share some of my fluffy hugs in return!
--
Hope to see you there!
Here's some fun facts for you all to read!
--
Convention: Further Confusion 2015: London Fog: A Victorian Murder Mystery
Hotel
The Hilton San Jose (2nd Con hotel)
Arrival/Departure
Arrive Thursday noon. Leaving Tuesday morning.
Means of transportation:
Southwest Airlines (To/From SeaTac/Norman Y. Mineta)
Sharing a room with:
ShadyWolf,
Sawblade5, 
dlore2177Who do you hang out with?
Anyone at all! I can usually be found 'trying' to fit in with other furs. :D
Gender
Male
Preference
None - Asexual
Relationship Status
Single
How old are you?
I was born 22 years ago... aren't I old fashioned? xD
Are you an Artist?
I am a writer. Hey, maybe I might write a murder mystery based on this con! :D
Do you have an artist table?
No.
Do you take commissions?
No. Not unless you REALLY want an adorable story from me.
Are you a Fursuiter?
I am, but I am unsure if I will be bringing my fursuit to this convention. You'll have to wait and see!
Attending parties?
Not necessarily, but perhaps I can be persuaded.
Do you drink?
Coca-cola. I might even bring a 12-pack across the border as US Coke sucks! D:
Can I buy you a drink?
If you really want - I'll probably buy you two in return though and not rest until I do!
Do you smoke?
Certainly not - though I have nothing against smokers.
Are you attending any panels?
Unsure at present.
Stage or public performance?
Maybe... you'll have to wait and see!
How do I identify myself to you?
Badges are the best I.D - though you'll have to say hello and talk a bit first unless I already know you.
Rules of engagement (physical contact)?
Hugs are welcome from all fursuiters - but maybe a tap on the shoulder first unless I already know you? Just a courtesy thing...
How can I find you?
Tweet @ FriendlyTheFox or @ Timothy_Raccoon - or shoot me a note here on FA. If you see a dude with glasses wearing a blue t-shirt and orange flame shorts, it's me pretending to be my little friend Timothy
Alternatively look for an orange and white fluffeh thing with big turquoise eyes. I might bring my fursuit, but then again I might not.
Can I talk to you?
Sure! I'm talkative - perhaps a little too talkative.
Can I give you lots of money?
See the question referring to the drinks.
Can I give you stuff?
Stuff is welcome - I just hope I can fit it in my suitcase. xD
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
If I know you - then you may request a snuggle session. Hugs will be provided to all who want them.
Can I come to dinner with you?
I will be glad of the company, just ask me first.
Can I hang out with you?
Sure thing! Hanging out would be a great way to get to know one-another.
Can I take your picture?
I don't mind being in pictures, but if you want to take 'my' photo, please ask me first.
How do I know if you're not looking to socialize (angry, busy or upset)?
If I appear upset or angry - comfort me - that's an order. Not likely to be busy or angry, not at the con anyways.
Personality Type?
A little inept, but courteous and polite. Friendly beyond all means (hey, it's my name!). Transit know-it-all and that's about it. Heehee.
What's your goal for the con this year?
Meet more furs and socialize more with others. Have good times, laughs and plenty of hugs from fursuiters; and share some of my fluffy hugs in return!
--
Hope to see you there!
MidWest Fur Fest post-con report
General | Posted 11 years agoHey everyone! I'm alive... unscathed and thankfully not really shaken up.
So yeah, I guess you heard what happened at the hotel in the early hours of Sunday morning with the chlorine gas incident. There were some of you worried for me... thank you so much <3. I was on the fourth floor, snoozing at the time I heard the alarms. I had to wake my roomies up when I realized what was going on and get them outside.
On the more funny side... I entered a mindset one can only call "Staff Mode". There was I, directing pedestrian traffic away from the hotel with nothing more than an empty cherry-coke bottle. I wished I had my traffic-control gear with me so I could have been more useful, but oh well. Heheh.
Aside from that incident, the con was amazing! I've already found some video of me interacting with other fursuiters and I am so glad I went! I made some new friends and found plenty of old friends too.
On the way back things were less than ideal however... an 8:25am flight to Seattle, a 1pm bus from Seattle to catch and then having to catch the 9pm ferry home to Victoria, BC (16 hours travelling in total). The border guards ended up giving me a full on search for 'interesting' things, which is why I didn't catch the 7pm ferry home. I was not happy.
Also I bought some TSA-approved brass locks for my action packer. Going to ORD they were fine... however returning to SEA they both went MIA, so now I have to submit a complaint to the TSA for losing my brand new (literally five-days old) locks.
Wow... just even remembering all that was exhausting, xD
Also a quick note... my fursuit will not be at Further Confusion this year. I'm staying in the area two weeks and doing a lot of moving about. It's sad really, but there it is. I will be there though
FriendlyFox
So yeah, I guess you heard what happened at the hotel in the early hours of Sunday morning with the chlorine gas incident. There were some of you worried for me... thank you so much <3. I was on the fourth floor, snoozing at the time I heard the alarms. I had to wake my roomies up when I realized what was going on and get them outside.
On the more funny side... I entered a mindset one can only call "Staff Mode". There was I, directing pedestrian traffic away from the hotel with nothing more than an empty cherry-coke bottle. I wished I had my traffic-control gear with me so I could have been more useful, but oh well. Heheh.
Aside from that incident, the con was amazing! I've already found some video of me interacting with other fursuiters and I am so glad I went! I made some new friends and found plenty of old friends too.
On the way back things were less than ideal however... an 8:25am flight to Seattle, a 1pm bus from Seattle to catch and then having to catch the 9pm ferry home to Victoria, BC (16 hours travelling in total). The border guards ended up giving me a full on search for 'interesting' things, which is why I didn't catch the 7pm ferry home. I was not happy.
Also I bought some TSA-approved brass locks for my action packer. Going to ORD they were fine... however returning to SEA they both went MIA, so now I have to submit a complaint to the TSA for losing my brand new (literally five-days old) locks.
Wow... just even remembering all that was exhausting, xD
Also a quick note... my fursuit will not be at Further Confusion this year. I'm staying in the area two weeks and doing a lot of moving about. It's sad really, but there it is. I will be there though
FriendlyFox
Action Packers on Airlines?
General | Posted 11 years agoSo... not quite the pre-MFF journal I had in mind, but I've been looking at certain containers for my recently acquired fursuit. A 24-gallon action packer would be ideal with a collapsible luggage cart, however one thing in particular that is bugging me is that the container is a total of 63.2", wheras both American Airlines and Southwest state their limit is 62" before applying oversize baggage charges.
Does anyone have any recommendations for a fursuit box? I need it to be a minimum of 14" deep and 14" wide to avoid damaging my fursuit head. I was looking at a Samsonite 30" suitcase however it is only 12" wide - and costs $200 or so.
Has anyone had any problems with airlines charging them oversize for a 24 gallon Action Packer? I really need to get something for my fursuit soon. At RF I drove down, so I simply took my fursuit in the original packing box it arrived in. Unfortunately I do not have the same luxury of driving going to either MFF or FC.
FriendlyFox
Does anyone have any recommendations for a fursuit box? I need it to be a minimum of 14" deep and 14" wide to avoid damaging my fursuit head. I was looking at a Samsonite 30" suitcase however it is only 12" wide - and costs $200 or so.
Has anyone had any problems with airlines charging them oversize for a 24 gallon Action Packer? I really need to get something for my fursuit soon. At RF I drove down, so I simply took my fursuit in the original packing box it arrived in. Unfortunately I do not have the same luxury of driving going to either MFF or FC.
FriendlyFox
Howloween 2014
General | Posted 11 years agoHey! I'm attending Howloween in Burnaby, BC on Saturday. Anyone I know who's attending? Hope to see you there!
Right now it looks like I'm travelling in my Nissan truck to the convention on Saturday morning (9am ferry from Victoria) however I need to come back on Sunday morning (11am ferry from Vancouver) at the latest in order to get ready for work at 2pm.
Also it looks like I won't have a job to come back to after MFF... but I'll post more on that much later with another pre-MFF journal in a week or so.
For those of you who are wondering, Howloween is held in the same convention hotel as VancouFUR - the Executive Inn and Suites Burnaby on Lougheed Hwy. It's just a one-day event on Saturday. More information can be obtained at: http://www.howloween.ca
FriendlyFox
Right now it looks like I'm travelling in my Nissan truck to the convention on Saturday morning (9am ferry from Victoria) however I need to come back on Sunday morning (11am ferry from Vancouver) at the latest in order to get ready for work at 2pm.
Also it looks like I won't have a job to come back to after MFF... but I'll post more on that much later with another pre-MFF journal in a week or so.
For those of you who are wondering, Howloween is held in the same convention hotel as VancouFUR - the Executive Inn and Suites Burnaby on Lougheed Hwy. It's just a one-day event on Saturday. More information can be obtained at: http://www.howloween.ca
FriendlyFox
New journal (for lack of a better title xD)
General | Posted 11 years agoSo yeah... just posting this as a replacement journal for the one I deleted last night. I appreciate all the furs who stood up for me when I was most upset by what I had discovered happened at RF, but with some explanation it sort of made sense. I talked with one of the furs involved and let's just say, I believe the matter is solved. In short I do have some problems with speaking up and with appearing a little socially-awkward, so I'll work on fixing those before my next convention. Besides the next convention I'm going to has a LOT of people I want to meet and talk to!
Once again, thank you so much for your support. I appreciate you all so much
FriendlyFox
Once again, thank you so much for your support. I appreciate you all so much
FriendlyFox
