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Posted 8 years agoBy now, you have all heard about the demise of Rocky Mountain Fur Con, and the circumstances surrounding it's closure. I would like to start this journal by thanking the staff, volunteers and vendors who have made that con happen over the years. Running a convention is no small feat, and it's always sad to see someone's hard work go to waste.
I want to make it perfectly clear that there were no winners in this situation. We all lose when we're at each other's throats and working to undermine one another. The great thing about this fandom is that, unlike Trekkies or anime folks, we come together at cons to celebrate each other. The work of the furry fandom is largely completely original. We celebrate each other's creations and characters, and we can freely rub shoulders with the artists, musicians and writers that enrich our lives.
To rescue what someone saw as what this fandom should be, they turned the fandom into exactly what they claimed to despise. Old hatchets were dug up, and those who were different were shouted down and humiliated. A troll group we were supposed to deny attention suddenly came into everyone's crosshairs.
To make things worse, we started hating each other all over again. This fandom needs more love, and less pettiness driving us apart. We need to get back to celebrating each other, and realizing that this fandom is supposed to enrich our lives, not BECOME our lives. We will have troll groups and controversies as long as were here, and elections will come and go.
We're a diverse and tolerant group, and that's what makes us so great. When that diversity and tolerance is used as a weapon, we have to take stock. Stop being assholes to each other. Life is way too short and way too awesome to be miserable all the time. Just love each other, and you'll find this whole furry thing becomes so much more fun.
I want to make it perfectly clear that there were no winners in this situation. We all lose when we're at each other's throats and working to undermine one another. The great thing about this fandom is that, unlike Trekkies or anime folks, we come together at cons to celebrate each other. The work of the furry fandom is largely completely original. We celebrate each other's creations and characters, and we can freely rub shoulders with the artists, musicians and writers that enrich our lives.
To rescue what someone saw as what this fandom should be, they turned the fandom into exactly what they claimed to despise. Old hatchets were dug up, and those who were different were shouted down and humiliated. A troll group we were supposed to deny attention suddenly came into everyone's crosshairs.
To make things worse, we started hating each other all over again. This fandom needs more love, and less pettiness driving us apart. We need to get back to celebrating each other, and realizing that this fandom is supposed to enrich our lives, not BECOME our lives. We will have troll groups and controversies as long as were here, and elections will come and go.
We're a diverse and tolerant group, and that's what makes us so great. When that diversity and tolerance is used as a weapon, we have to take stock. Stop being assholes to each other. Life is way too short and way too awesome to be miserable all the time. Just love each other, and you'll find this whole furry thing becomes so much more fun.
FWA 2016 Con Report
Posted 9 years agoSo this was my first con in almost 3 years. I'm significantly older and wiser than I was all those years ago, and possibly a little more bitter and harder to impress.
That being said, I think this was the first con in a while where I consistently had a good time the entire weekend. There wasn't any kind of drama or numbskullery, the hotel staff was wonderful and receptive to our presence, and we managed to get along with a schoolteachers convention happening that same weekend a few doors away.
Were there issues? Of course! It's a con, there's always issues. But it was nice to not have the standard 3 AM fire alarm party or hear there was a block of rooms or a hallway that had sustained substantial damage. Everyone there seemed to keep their heads about them, and any disturbances were kept to a minimum.
I do think, however, part of that was how spread out the convention was. There was no "common area" or singular expanse for people to congregate and mingle. There was a maze of hallways, escalators, and back doors that spanned the four floors of the space, which made it decidedly difficult to find someone and something to do. I understand the choice to host the con at the Marriott Marquis because of the amount of space, but it almost feels like FWA is too big for the other hotels while being a little too small for this one.
During the closing ceremonies, and hopefully in the few weeks and months to come, we brought up the subject of "ghosting", that is, individuals who were there enjoying the festivities without registering. Ghosting takes money out of the pockets of not only the convention (to the tune of $171,000), but the charity we're benefiting ($3600). When we have a 23% growth in hotel room bookings, but only a roughly 5% growth in attendee registration, we need to take stock. The con pays to rent the convention space out, book the room block, as well as pay fees and comps for people like the Guest of Honor. Registration is the main (and for some cons, sole) source of the income necessary to keep the con alive, and by refusing to register while taking advantage of the benefits the con provides, you're not only robbing the organizers and the charity, but the people who come after you of the experiences and fun times you had. This needs to be a two sided conversation, but for your part, please encourage your friends and peers to give back to the community that gives them so much. Please register. It really does make that much of a difference.
I mostly use cons as an opportunity to hang out with people I don't see but once or twice a year, and as a vendor fair. And in that respect, it was a massive success. I saw a lot of the Chicago crew, some old friends from Atlanta and even made a few new friends over the course of the weekend. We had some fun and pretty chill parties upstairs, and it kept me fully entertained without wearing me out completely. I commissioned some art and bought some more from the Dealer's Den, got a few other trinkets here and there, and met a few new artists along the way.
All in all, it was a hell of a show. Great job to the staff, volunteers and attendees for making this year a great one. I'm hopeful for the future of FWA and am excited for next years festivities. See you degenerates in 2016!
That being said, I think this was the first con in a while where I consistently had a good time the entire weekend. There wasn't any kind of drama or numbskullery, the hotel staff was wonderful and receptive to our presence, and we managed to get along with a schoolteachers convention happening that same weekend a few doors away.
Were there issues? Of course! It's a con, there's always issues. But it was nice to not have the standard 3 AM fire alarm party or hear there was a block of rooms or a hallway that had sustained substantial damage. Everyone there seemed to keep their heads about them, and any disturbances were kept to a minimum.
I do think, however, part of that was how spread out the convention was. There was no "common area" or singular expanse for people to congregate and mingle. There was a maze of hallways, escalators, and back doors that spanned the four floors of the space, which made it decidedly difficult to find someone and something to do. I understand the choice to host the con at the Marriott Marquis because of the amount of space, but it almost feels like FWA is too big for the other hotels while being a little too small for this one.
During the closing ceremonies, and hopefully in the few weeks and months to come, we brought up the subject of "ghosting", that is, individuals who were there enjoying the festivities without registering. Ghosting takes money out of the pockets of not only the convention (to the tune of $171,000), but the charity we're benefiting ($3600). When we have a 23% growth in hotel room bookings, but only a roughly 5% growth in attendee registration, we need to take stock. The con pays to rent the convention space out, book the room block, as well as pay fees and comps for people like the Guest of Honor. Registration is the main (and for some cons, sole) source of the income necessary to keep the con alive, and by refusing to register while taking advantage of the benefits the con provides, you're not only robbing the organizers and the charity, but the people who come after you of the experiences and fun times you had. This needs to be a two sided conversation, but for your part, please encourage your friends and peers to give back to the community that gives them so much. Please register. It really does make that much of a difference.
I mostly use cons as an opportunity to hang out with people I don't see but once or twice a year, and as a vendor fair. And in that respect, it was a massive success. I saw a lot of the Chicago crew, some old friends from Atlanta and even made a few new friends over the course of the weekend. We had some fun and pretty chill parties upstairs, and it kept me fully entertained without wearing me out completely. I commissioned some art and bought some more from the Dealer's Den, got a few other trinkets here and there, and met a few new artists along the way.
All in all, it was a hell of a show. Great job to the staff, volunteers and attendees for making this year a great one. I'm hopeful for the future of FWA and am excited for next years festivities. See you degenerates in 2016!
FWA meme.
Posted 9 years agoWhere are you staying?
Marriott- Main Hotel
What day are you getting there?
Thursday late morning
Who are you rooming with?
My husband, a stoner, and a Canadian.
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Unknown! Way too hard to make plans for cons!
Are there any panels you might be attending?
Doubt it unless I'm brought to one.
Will you be suiting?
Dun have a suit.
What is your gender?
Penis.
How can I find you?
Find my badge. I'll have on Ruffus and Hotay.
Where will you be most of the time during the con?
Meandering, drinking. Have a couple plans outside of the con space, but they wont take long.
Can I talk to you?
I'd encourage it!
Can I touch you?
Depends.
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
I encourage it!
Can I visit your room?
Doubt it.
Can I buy you drinks?
Again, encouraging this behavior.
Can I give you stuff?
Depends. Booze? Yes. AIDs? No.
How long are you going to be at the con?
Thursday-Monday
Do you have an artist table?
Nupe.
Will you be going to parties?
Hopefully!
Will you be performing?
Ill be performing... something at some point.
What/where will you be eating?
Unhealthy Atlanta food including, but not limited to, burgers with pizzas for buns.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
I guess?
Can I take your picture?
Ask first!
Marriott- Main Hotel
What day are you getting there?
Thursday late morning
Who are you rooming with?
My husband, a stoner, and a Canadian.
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Unknown! Way too hard to make plans for cons!
Are there any panels you might be attending?
Doubt it unless I'm brought to one.
Will you be suiting?
Dun have a suit.
What is your gender?
Penis.
How can I find you?
Find my badge. I'll have on Ruffus and Hotay.
Where will you be most of the time during the con?
Meandering, drinking. Have a couple plans outside of the con space, but they wont take long.
Can I talk to you?
I'd encourage it!
Can I touch you?
Depends.
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
I encourage it!
Can I visit your room?
Doubt it.
Can I buy you drinks?
Again, encouraging this behavior.
Can I give you stuff?
Depends. Booze? Yes. AIDs? No.
How long are you going to be at the con?
Thursday-Monday
Do you have an artist table?
Nupe.
Will you be going to parties?
Hopefully!
Will you be performing?
Ill be performing... something at some point.
What/where will you be eating?
Unhealthy Atlanta food including, but not limited to, burgers with pizzas for buns.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
I guess?
Can I take your picture?
Ask first!
First con in 2 years.
Posted 10 years agoI've decided to attend my first con in almost two years.
My last con, FWA 2013, was more or less the con from hell. My wallet was pilfered, leaving me without any cash or cards to afford food or gas for the drive home. It was found by a housekeeper a few days after I returned home, with everything in it sans about $300 in cash. To this day, I want to thank the couple of people who lent me enough money to get a hot meal and a tank of gas to get home.
On my way home, my radiator exploded, leaving my car DOA in Valdosta. Thankfully, my dad took an emergency trip up here to get the piece of shit working again.
So now with a new car, a more easily trackable wallet, and Braves Opening Day tickets for the Monday following the con, we're gonna try this again!
So here's to turning over a new leaf, and I'll see you all at FWA 2016!
My last con, FWA 2013, was more or less the con from hell. My wallet was pilfered, leaving me without any cash or cards to afford food or gas for the drive home. It was found by a housekeeper a few days after I returned home, with everything in it sans about $300 in cash. To this day, I want to thank the couple of people who lent me enough money to get a hot meal and a tank of gas to get home.
On my way home, my radiator exploded, leaving my car DOA in Valdosta. Thankfully, my dad took an emergency trip up here to get the piece of shit working again.
So now with a new car, a more easily trackable wallet, and Braves Opening Day tickets for the Monday following the con, we're gonna try this again!
So here's to turning over a new leaf, and I'll see you all at FWA 2016!
30 facts about me. #TMITuesday
Posted 12 years agoBecause I'm bored and other people were doing it.
1. I got mauled by a dog and didn't tell anyone for three days. I only spoke up because the wound on my arm became infected.
2. I am allergic to pineapple, and my roommates found out the hard way. I also cannot eat eggs, or else I vomit.
3. I have never been outside of North America, however I was once temporarily on Canadian soil when I got lost driving around Buffalo, NY.
4. My biggest fears are deep, open water and scorpions.
5. When I was a child, my biggest fears were long stairs and the uppercase letter Q.
6. I find new knowledge tends to force out knowledge out of my brain. For instance, I can no longer write in anything other than cursive. Likewise, I can calculate the size of fuel tank the Space Shuttle would need to reach the speed of light in my head, but I cannot do simple division without the use of a calculator.
7. The fastest way to my heart is through my stomach. I'm particularly fond of Mexican food and gummy bears/worms.
8. When I lived on the family farm, I had a pet cow I raised from birth. Years later, I was charged with slaughtering it.
9. I shower several times a day, and wash my hands compulsively.
10. I once ran for a seat in the Florida State House of Representatives from the Florida Pirate Party.
11. Towards the end of high school, I was in a polyamorous relationship with a guy and his girlfriend who liked to watch.
12. I have absolutely atrocious handwriting.
13. I have a tendency to hurt myself a lot. Most of the time, it's a result of me simply not paying attention.
14. I like cooking, but have a.... complicated relationship with stoves and hot pans.
15. I genuinely enjoy the process of cleaning my apartment.
16. I am very outwardly affectionate.
17. I was once pulled over when a trooper saw my pup hood in my back seat and thought it was a severed dog head.
18. I once had sex with my cousin from Israel. In my defense, at the time, I didn't know he was my cousin. We did fool around several times after the fact.
19. I received my first kiss when I was 14 in the back of a Sears from the son of a local Methodist minister.
20. My worst injury was 3rd degree burns over both of my hands that dramatically altered my fingerprints. I could not manipulate small objects or utensils for two months.
21. When I graduated high school, I weighed 298 pounds. I now weigh 170, and achieved it through simple diet and exercise. If I can do it, what's your excuse?
22. I firmly believe I will never go bald, as nobody in my family who has reached their elder years has. My great grandfather died at age 84 with 6 1/2 fingers, and a full head of salt and pepper hair.
23. I grew up in an Orthodox Jewish family. I kept kosher until just a few years ago, strictly observed the sabbath rules, and had the beard, suit, fedora and lock to prove it all.
24. I learned how to drive on a John Deere tractor. And yes, I can drive stick.
25. One day, I want to travel to Longyearbyen for the sole purpose of seeing how susceptible I am to cabin fever and seasonal affective disorder.
26. I have published a book that I have never actually read all the way through. Thus are the dangers of writing a book that is longer than your attention span.
27. I have a baby picture of me being held by Ross Perot. He's an old family friend, and yes, he is as weird as you can imagine.
28. I have had sex in the back of a pickup truck. Protip: Don't do it without a blanket or sleeping bag underneath you. Bare metal gets very VERY hot.
29. I had a horse named "Anvol". It was a prod by my family at how I pronounce the word "Anvil".
30. For the life of me, no matter how hard I try, or how much I want to, I genuinely and truly cannot understand Cricket.
1. I got mauled by a dog and didn't tell anyone for three days. I only spoke up because the wound on my arm became infected.
2. I am allergic to pineapple, and my roommates found out the hard way. I also cannot eat eggs, or else I vomit.
3. I have never been outside of North America, however I was once temporarily on Canadian soil when I got lost driving around Buffalo, NY.
4. My biggest fears are deep, open water and scorpions.
5. When I was a child, my biggest fears were long stairs and the uppercase letter Q.
6. I find new knowledge tends to force out knowledge out of my brain. For instance, I can no longer write in anything other than cursive. Likewise, I can calculate the size of fuel tank the Space Shuttle would need to reach the speed of light in my head, but I cannot do simple division without the use of a calculator.
7. The fastest way to my heart is through my stomach. I'm particularly fond of Mexican food and gummy bears/worms.
8. When I lived on the family farm, I had a pet cow I raised from birth. Years later, I was charged with slaughtering it.
9. I shower several times a day, and wash my hands compulsively.
10. I once ran for a seat in the Florida State House of Representatives from the Florida Pirate Party.
11. Towards the end of high school, I was in a polyamorous relationship with a guy and his girlfriend who liked to watch.
12. I have absolutely atrocious handwriting.
13. I have a tendency to hurt myself a lot. Most of the time, it's a result of me simply not paying attention.
14. I like cooking, but have a.... complicated relationship with stoves and hot pans.
15. I genuinely enjoy the process of cleaning my apartment.
16. I am very outwardly affectionate.
17. I was once pulled over when a trooper saw my pup hood in my back seat and thought it was a severed dog head.
18. I once had sex with my cousin from Israel. In my defense, at the time, I didn't know he was my cousin. We did fool around several times after the fact.
19. I received my first kiss when I was 14 in the back of a Sears from the son of a local Methodist minister.
20. My worst injury was 3rd degree burns over both of my hands that dramatically altered my fingerprints. I could not manipulate small objects or utensils for two months.
21. When I graduated high school, I weighed 298 pounds. I now weigh 170, and achieved it through simple diet and exercise. If I can do it, what's your excuse?
22. I firmly believe I will never go bald, as nobody in my family who has reached their elder years has. My great grandfather died at age 84 with 6 1/2 fingers, and a full head of salt and pepper hair.
23. I grew up in an Orthodox Jewish family. I kept kosher until just a few years ago, strictly observed the sabbath rules, and had the beard, suit, fedora and lock to prove it all.
24. I learned how to drive on a John Deere tractor. And yes, I can drive stick.
25. One day, I want to travel to Longyearbyen for the sole purpose of seeing how susceptible I am to cabin fever and seasonal affective disorder.
26. I have published a book that I have never actually read all the way through. Thus are the dangers of writing a book that is longer than your attention span.
27. I have a baby picture of me being held by Ross Perot. He's an old family friend, and yes, he is as weird as you can imagine.
28. I have had sex in the back of a pickup truck. Protip: Don't do it without a blanket or sleeping bag underneath you. Bare metal gets very VERY hot.
29. I had a horse named "Anvol". It was a prod by my family at how I pronounce the word "Anvil".
30. For the life of me, no matter how hard I try, or how much I want to, I genuinely and truly cannot understand Cricket.
FWA 2013 Con Report
Posted 12 years agoNow that I'm unpacked and settled in from the weekend, guess it's about time to talk (brag? bemoan?) about my time.
Generally, I had a great time this weekend. FWA has always been a fun, well run con. Major kudos to Tigerpaw for landing the Westin Peachtree Plaza as the con hotel. The higher room capacity and larger con space really helped the con grow by leaps and bounds over last year. It's really true that cons grow into the space you put them in. Last I heard from the staff, the hotel was over 80% booked through the weekend, an amazing feat considering the vast amount of space they had to offer. Packing in and managing the flow of over 2000 furries (I didn't get an exact count from staff before I left) is no easy task, and a few hiccups aside, everything went rather smoothly.
But yeah... hiccups. While having the one tower as opposed to last year's two made finding people and parties easier, it led to more than frequent (dare I say constant) logjams at the elevators. 10 elevators heading to 2 groups of floors didn't seem to be enough when attendees were left to their own devices. Despite the best efforts of the staff to try and enforce some semblance of order, folks were left waiting for an elevator for 30 minutes or more at times. Granted, we had a bargain booksellers show going on alongside us, so that wasn't helping matters.
Otherwise, it was great seeing folks I haven't seen since last year's FWA or FF, as well as folks I hadn't yet met in person. I can't name you all, in one journal, but rest assured I love you all and you truly made this weekend a great one for me. Despite everything, I had a whole lot of fun this weekend, and am really glad I got to go to this con again. Hope I can make it next year!
-Ruffus
PS: I lost my wallet on Level 5 near the bar on Saturday. It's a brown leather tri-fold with a small anchor emblem on the front bottom right corner. If you or anyone you know located it, please contact me or the FWA staff. Any help would be appreciated.
Generally, I had a great time this weekend. FWA has always been a fun, well run con. Major kudos to Tigerpaw for landing the Westin Peachtree Plaza as the con hotel. The higher room capacity and larger con space really helped the con grow by leaps and bounds over last year. It's really true that cons grow into the space you put them in. Last I heard from the staff, the hotel was over 80% booked through the weekend, an amazing feat considering the vast amount of space they had to offer. Packing in and managing the flow of over 2000 furries (I didn't get an exact count from staff before I left) is no easy task, and a few hiccups aside, everything went rather smoothly.
But yeah... hiccups. While having the one tower as opposed to last year's two made finding people and parties easier, it led to more than frequent (dare I say constant) logjams at the elevators. 10 elevators heading to 2 groups of floors didn't seem to be enough when attendees were left to their own devices. Despite the best efforts of the staff to try and enforce some semblance of order, folks were left waiting for an elevator for 30 minutes or more at times. Granted, we had a bargain booksellers show going on alongside us, so that wasn't helping matters.
Otherwise, it was great seeing folks I haven't seen since last year's FWA or FF, as well as folks I hadn't yet met in person. I can't name you all, in one journal, but rest assured I love you all and you truly made this weekend a great one for me. Despite everything, I had a whole lot of fun this weekend, and am really glad I got to go to this con again. Hope I can make it next year!
-Ruffus
PS: I lost my wallet on Level 5 near the bar on Saturday. It's a brown leather tri-fold with a small anchor emblem on the front bottom right corner. If you or anyone you know located it, please contact me or the FWA staff. Any help would be appreciated.
FWA 2013 meme.
Posted 12 years agoWhere are you staying?
Westin. Ballah status.
What day are you getting there?
About 1700 on Thursday.
Who will you be rooming with?
Glema, Riyo and Jimmy Wolf.
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Atlanta folks and old friends.
Will you be suiting?
That'd be a neat trick.
Do you do free art?
"Art" is subjective.
What is your gender?
I'm a duder.
How tall are you?
5' 9 1/2". 5' 11" with my boots on.
Are you taken? Are you looking for a 'mate'?
No comment.
Can I talk to you?
Please do!
Can I touch you?
Keep it civil. Hugs and handshakes.
How can I find you?
Tweet or text me.
Can I visit your room?
We'll talk...
Can I buy you drinks?
I encourage it! :D
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Fuck it, why not?
Are you nice?
Depends on how sober I am.
Do you have an artist table?
Nope
Will you be going to parties?
I'll be hosting a couple, so yeah I guess.
Will you be performing?
Nope.
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
Pokes, waves or some combination of the two.
What/where will you be eating?
Game time decision.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
Sure?
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
Youd have to buy me one first.
Can I take your picture?
Are you a cop?
What's your goal(s) for the con this year?
Do fur con shit. See some old friends, see new ones. Drink, party, hump... I mean wut?
Westin. Ballah status.
What day are you getting there?
About 1700 on Thursday.
Who will you be rooming with?
Glema, Riyo and Jimmy Wolf.
Who will you hang out with during the convention?
Atlanta folks and old friends.
Will you be suiting?
That'd be a neat trick.
Do you do free art?
"Art" is subjective.
What is your gender?
I'm a duder.
How tall are you?
5' 9 1/2". 5' 11" with my boots on.
Are you taken? Are you looking for a 'mate'?
No comment.
Can I talk to you?
Please do!
Can I touch you?
Keep it civil. Hugs and handshakes.
How can I find you?
Tweet or text me.
Can I visit your room?
We'll talk...
Can I buy you drinks?
I encourage it! :D
Can I hug or snuggle with you?
Fuck it, why not?
Are you nice?
Depends on how sober I am.
Do you have an artist table?
Nope
Will you be going to parties?
I'll be hosting a couple, so yeah I guess.
Will you be performing?
Nope.
If I see you, how should I get your attention?
Pokes, waves or some combination of the two.
What/where will you be eating?
Game time decision.
Can I come with you for food/fun/etc?
Sure?
Can I draw in your sketchbook?
Youd have to buy me one first.
Can I take your picture?
Are you a cop?
What's your goal(s) for the con this year?
Do fur con shit. See some old friends, see new ones. Drink, party, hump... I mean wut?
Looking back on 2012, looking forward to the future.
Posted 12 years ago2012 was a banner year for me. I finally moved out of Florida and up to Georgia with some awesome friends. I've met a lot of great, supportive and loving people here, and I can honestly say I'm glad I made this decision. I went to FWA and FF 2012 and got to see a lot of the awesome internet people I never get to see. Had a lot of fun (as far as I can remember, I was drunk) there, and hope to at least head to FWA again in 2013. I'd like to head to Furry Fiesta just to give me an excuse to go back to Dallas (my hometown) for a bit and see all my old friends.
Professionally, I've been quite busy. SOPA/PIPA, TPP and the 2012 NDAA have kept my inbox full, and my to-read list rather extensive. Intellectual property law analysis can be rather.... exciting?... in this manner. Always something to do.
I think my new years resolution will be to be more financially responsible, get out of debt and stay out. I'd like to build my credit and hopefully be able to be better off moneywise. Not necessarily asking for millions (though I really wouldnt mind), just to feel more comfortable after the bills get paid every month.
Hope all of yall have a great New Year. See ya on the other side.
Professionally, I've been quite busy. SOPA/PIPA, TPP and the 2012 NDAA have kept my inbox full, and my to-read list rather extensive. Intellectual property law analysis can be rather.... exciting?... in this manner. Always something to do.
I think my new years resolution will be to be more financially responsible, get out of debt and stay out. I'd like to build my credit and hopefully be able to be better off moneywise. Not necessarily asking for millions (though I really wouldnt mind), just to feel more comfortable after the bills get paid every month.
Hope all of yall have a great New Year. See ya on the other side.
I guess I'll do a FF meme.
Posted 13 years agoWhich hotel will you be staying at?
- Main, thanks to
chris-no-bakaWhen will you be arriving/departuring?
- Flying in Wednesday morning, hanging with
BelicBear and helping set up things. Checking into the hotel Thursday morning. Who are you rooming/traveling with?
- Flying and rooming with friends/roommates
Nekomon and 
TheDresdenBomberIs this your first time there?
- Indeed. Will actually be my first time in Connecticut. It seems like such a mystical, far away place. Like Narnia, but with silly accents.
Are you shy?
- Normally, yes. Not so much at cons, especially if I have a drink or two in me.
Will you be fursuiting?
- God knows what antics I'll get into at the con, but likely not.
Which fursuit?
- Don't have one.
If I see you, how can I get your attention?
- Do something entertaining? I dunno. Just tap my shoulder and call out "Ruffus". Or make dog noises.
Can I hug you?
- Sure. Just make sure I see you coming first.
Can I take your picture?
- No objection here. I'm used to being in front of the camera.
Can I buy you a drink?
- I insist. Vodka, beer, whiskey. Anything will do. So long as it's boozeahol.
Can I buy you breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner?
- Who says no to free food? Honestly...
Can I stalk you?
- I wouldn't recommend it.
Do you do commissions?
- No. I leave the creativity to those with actual talent.
Do you do trades?
- Trading what, exactly? O.o
What will you be doing at the con?
- Drinking, hanging with friends, pup antics. That sort of thing.
Contact info!
Twitter: ruffuswuff
Note or tweet me if you want my number.
See yall there. Safe travels.
I still eat at Chic-Fil-A or: How shit really doesn't matter
Posted 13 years agoSome people don't support gay marriage.
Get over it.
Get over it.
Sunshine and beaches to Carter and peaches.
Posted 13 years agoYeah, there's been a few nice changes happening lately.
Just bought a new (read: used) car. Gonna head over to the tax collector's office Tuesday to get new plates, pay taxes and transfer the title.
But most importantly: I AM MOVING! :D Just got a promotion and a raise, and the new job has me moving to Georgia. Now to get to the task of packing up or throwing away all of my worldly possessions and take them on the 400 mile trek north to the land of the Bulldogs, Ray Charles and a fascination with Former President turned bleeding heart old man Jimmy Carter.
Should be fun times.... right?
Just bought a new (read: used) car. Gonna head over to the tax collector's office Tuesday to get new plates, pay taxes and transfer the title.
But most importantly: I AM MOVING! :D Just got a promotion and a raise, and the new job has me moving to Georgia. Now to get to the task of packing up or throwing away all of my worldly possessions and take them on the 400 mile trek north to the land of the Bulldogs, Ray Charles and a fascination with Former President turned bleeding heart old man Jimmy Carter.
Should be fun times.... right?
Fevers, zombies and tripping BALLS.
Posted 13 years agoSo I just recently got around to watching The Walking Dead. After having just completed episode 5 of season 2, I have come to a few conclusions:
1) Rick is a prick for what he did to Otis. I cant wait to see his zombification.
2) This show makes weird deviations from the comic, but still holds it's own as an almost independent IP.
3) I need to stop watching so many consecutive episodes all at once. I'm not sure if it was episode overload, or the 101 degree fever I had, but I was having some pretty messed up zombie apocalypse dreams last night.
That is all.
1) Rick is a prick for what he did to Otis. I cant wait to see his zombification.
2) This show makes weird deviations from the comic, but still holds it's own as an almost independent IP.
3) I need to stop watching so many consecutive episodes all at once. I'm not sure if it was episode overload, or the 101 degree fever I had, but I was having some pretty messed up zombie apocalypse dreams last night.
That is all.
No ref sheet for you!
Posted 14 years agoDo furry artists not like money or something?
so ummm.... anyone doin ref sheets?
Posted 14 years agoI can't draw or color for shit, and I'd like to get a ref sheet of Ruffus done. Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?
Argh, PT setback.
Posted 15 years agoWent to the store yesterday and set myself on one of those giant scales, only to have it tell me I now weigh 207 pounds. I need to be under 191 to get into BT. I guess I just gotta step it up and get into shape faster. Wish me luck.
Sucks the holidays are comin up, too. :-P
Sucks the holidays are comin up, too. :-P
OMG, a fursuit tale
Posted 15 years agoCheck it out over there: http://www.furaffinity.net/journal/1780442/
Well, thats interesting.
Posted 15 years agoWell, I was just browsing and discovered that I havent done anything with this profile except use it to browse for furry porn. In the process, I felt I have deprived you poor souls who follow me of your right to wade through my inanity. Or I have blessed you with my silence.
In any event, welcome to my page. Feel free to say hi or something. I dont bite much.
In any event, welcome to my page. Feel free to say hi or something. I dont bite much.
