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Posted 5 years agoI didn't want to leave my latest journal entry as something on the depressing side, so I wanted to write a quick update on here.
Things are going well in my life. I'm married to a wonderful Maned Wolf. Been with him for 13 years now.
I graduated form College 3 years ago (2017). I completed 2 degrees in 5 years (Math Degree and Physics Degree, a lot of overlap, with a Comp-Sci minor). I graduated just below highest Latin honors (Still got Magna Cum Laude, just barely missed Summa Cum Laude). It was hell. Working a full time job while going to school full time for 5 years took more hard work and dedication than I ever want to do again, but it opened a lot of doors for me.
I did poorly in the Physics subject GRE and the Math subject GRE. For those who don't know, these are subject specific tests that are separate from the General GRE. I originally planned to go to Grad school, but I just didn't have it in me to study for the tests specifically. I did poorly, and kind of ran away from Grad school. Didn't apply anywhere, and just kept looking for work as a developer (what I already was doing before, and during school). I won't lie, I felt like a failure, and like I wasted those 5 years of my life. I'm not sure if I'm right or wrong on that, but the fact of the matter is I'm doing well now, so no point in wanting to change the past.
I've gone through multiple jobs, but this latest one is a tech giant, and I've been working here for over a year. It has been great growth for me. A lot of technologies I've never worked with before (A lot of AWS stuff), some new coding languages, and more responsibilities.
I got into car racing. Specifically AutoCross. I trophied at a Solo National racing event (they give trophies to the top 25% of people in a class, so it's not like I made podium). My husband is a big car enthusiast and loves racing, so he got me into it. He regularly beats me on simulators and in races in general, but I enjoy the thrill of it, so when this pandemic is over, I'd like to revisit that.
My fitness and general health are pretty good. Doing a lot of body weight exercises since I don't have access to a gym during this pandemic. A lot of running and DDR as well. It keeps me in shape.
Outside of all of that, I'm still pretty isolated and keep to myself. Still timid, still introverted, but I've learned to accept that. I have strengths others do not, so I'm okay with the weaknesses. I'll work on those.
Things are going well in my life. I'm married to a wonderful Maned Wolf. Been with him for 13 years now.
I graduated form College 3 years ago (2017). I completed 2 degrees in 5 years (Math Degree and Physics Degree, a lot of overlap, with a Comp-Sci minor). I graduated just below highest Latin honors (Still got Magna Cum Laude, just barely missed Summa Cum Laude). It was hell. Working a full time job while going to school full time for 5 years took more hard work and dedication than I ever want to do again, but it opened a lot of doors for me.
I did poorly in the Physics subject GRE and the Math subject GRE. For those who don't know, these are subject specific tests that are separate from the General GRE. I originally planned to go to Grad school, but I just didn't have it in me to study for the tests specifically. I did poorly, and kind of ran away from Grad school. Didn't apply anywhere, and just kept looking for work as a developer (what I already was doing before, and during school). I won't lie, I felt like a failure, and like I wasted those 5 years of my life. I'm not sure if I'm right or wrong on that, but the fact of the matter is I'm doing well now, so no point in wanting to change the past.
I've gone through multiple jobs, but this latest one is a tech giant, and I've been working here for over a year. It has been great growth for me. A lot of technologies I've never worked with before (A lot of AWS stuff), some new coding languages, and more responsibilities.
I got into car racing. Specifically AutoCross. I trophied at a Solo National racing event (they give trophies to the top 25% of people in a class, so it's not like I made podium). My husband is a big car enthusiast and loves racing, so he got me into it. He regularly beats me on simulators and in races in general, but I enjoy the thrill of it, so when this pandemic is over, I'd like to revisit that.
My fitness and general health are pretty good. Doing a lot of body weight exercises since I don't have access to a gym during this pandemic. A lot of running and DDR as well. It keeps me in shape.
Outside of all of that, I'm still pretty isolated and keep to myself. Still timid, still introverted, but I've learned to accept that. I have strengths others do not, so I'm okay with the weaknesses. I'll work on those.
"Status" Update
Posted 10 years agoSo, for anyone who read the "Couch Flop" description, yes, I'm HIV positive.
I was diagnosed with it 7 years ago. I was 22 at the time. I turn 30 this year. I wasn't on any medication until last year. I was lucky, and my immune system held out for a while, then it didn't. I had to go on medication, which started the worst 9 months of my life, as they tried to find out which ones I could take without having bad reactions. From hallucinations, my skin turning red, liver damage, and suicidal depression... it took 9 months of hell before they found something that was stable for me. I didn't think I'd make it to this year honestly. I was trying to work up the courage to kill myself.
It was mostly the medicine talking, but it left me broken. There were a lot of things I had been neglecting in my life, due to running full steam for so long that I tried to ignore them. This year will involve a lot of introspection, but I have good people in my life. I'll be okay.
I was diagnosed with it 7 years ago. I was 22 at the time. I turn 30 this year. I wasn't on any medication until last year. I was lucky, and my immune system held out for a while, then it didn't. I had to go on medication, which started the worst 9 months of my life, as they tried to find out which ones I could take without having bad reactions. From hallucinations, my skin turning red, liver damage, and suicidal depression... it took 9 months of hell before they found something that was stable for me. I didn't think I'd make it to this year honestly. I was trying to work up the courage to kill myself.
It was mostly the medicine talking, but it left me broken. There were a lot of things I had been neglecting in my life, due to running full steam for so long that I tried to ignore them. This year will involve a lot of introspection, but I have good people in my life. I'll be okay.
Art Dump
Posted 10 years agoI've never posted any of the art I've commissioned over the 12 years of me being a furry and an adult. So... art dump for everybody!
New Watchers
Posted 12 years agoFirst of all, hello!
Second, how did you find me and why are you watching me? I've had 8 new followers in 2 days, and I'm confused as to why. XD
Second, how did you find me and why are you watching me? I've had 8 new followers in 2 days, and I'm confused as to why. XD
Fursuit
Posted 13 years agoI like dancing (mostly hip-hop styles, top rocking, locking, popping, learning to tutt...)
I also want to get a fursuit. Anyone know of a good fursuit maker, that can do kangaroos well, and make it durable enough for dancing? Or any ideas on places to start? I want to get one before the next MFF and have time to practice in it.
I also want to get a fursuit. Anyone know of a good fursuit maker, that can do kangaroos well, and make it durable enough for dancing? Or any ideas on places to start? I want to get one before the next MFF and have time to practice in it.
Me! (Or, about me)
Posted 14 years agoI'm not an artist. I'm not a photographer. I don't write music. I workout, dance, and play sports. I was thinking of uploading pictures of me playing rugby, pictures and links to videos of me rock climbing, and links to videos of me practising dances (possibly in fursuit if I manage to get one, or just borrow one from a friend). Thing is, I'm not sure if anyone actually watches me honestly, or just watched back to be polite, so I'm asking you guys, if this is something you all would be interested in?
MFF!
Posted 15 years agoStill looking for 1 more roommate. 145 for the whole thing. Wed-Sat (so check out sunday morning).
On a side note, any gamers of my sort? Will be bringing a 360, Super Street Fighter 4, BlazBlue Continuum Shift, 2 Real Arcade Pro EX-SE arcade sticks, DJ Hero 2, DJ Hero 1, turntable with stand, and a small 17" LCD monitor (though it's kind of a POS). I'm a bit scrubbish on SSF4, okay with BBCS. Looking for some friends to make through virtual fisticuffs.
On a side note, any gamers of my sort? Will be bringing a 360, Super Street Fighter 4, BlazBlue Continuum Shift, 2 Real Arcade Pro EX-SE arcade sticks, DJ Hero 2, DJ Hero 1, turntable with stand, and a small 17" LCD monitor (though it's kind of a POS). I'm a bit scrubbish on SSF4, okay with BBCS. Looking for some friends to make through virtual fisticuffs.
MFF
Posted 15 years agoI doubt this will come to any good, but I'm looking for a 4th for our room. It'll be $145 for the whole thing. We have the room from Wed-Sat, so we check out Sunday morning. We won't get there til about 2AM Wednesday night/Thursday morning. You'll be sharing a bed with someone.
