So as stated on my other account... my Steam account was hacked and is being worked on as we speak

As such, it is temporarily locked and will be remedied. Some moron decided to change my password and such, I've since reported the person responsible and all my account info to Valve. If anyone who is friends with me gets weird messages, please disregard them.

Thank you

Hey there :D
Just spreading the word to nominate those who have contributed to the fandom :3 I mean, if you
feel so inclined, no worries :P

http://www.furaffinity.net/user/furryambassadors

I believe that we nominate people to the group via PM, just wanted to give a heads up =^.^=

A good friend of mine has a question to anyone who has played the text based game "flexible survival", he wanted me to post it here because he feels i have more watchers so its more likely to get answered here, the question is, how much dexterity and stamina does it take to access the secure area and gain the shape shifting power?

So, I saw a video his owner posted the other day, showing Ron Ron, and in the background you hear him crying. That truly sent me over the edge, because as I'm writing this, I'm crying for him, for Ron Ron, and for anyone who has been affected by this. Turns out I was, I just tried to not to think about it too much, turns out that was a mistake, when I saw that video, it all came to head, the music, his crying. I've been an emotional mess, foxes, well, this is why I'm so passionate about them. They're amazing, they're beautiful and I want t keep doing what I'm doing to educate others about them. Thank you all for taking your time to read this.

So, for the past couple of weeks, the back molar on the bottom-right side of my jaw has been hurting on and off and I haven't figured out why. Today I go to the dentist to have it checked out and sure enough, the tooth in question needs a root canal and a crown, it's either that or have it extracted, either procedure will cost me a helluva lot of money and I can't afford any insurance since I don't make enough to pay for it. That being said, right now I'm feeling a lot of anxiety and helplessness, I'm on the verge of tears because I never thought this would happen, that this tooth would get to this state three years after I had it treated for an infection. Top that off with the fact I'm already paying off a debt from my last dental procedure. Part of me is tempted to ask for help or have a GoFundMe, another part of me tells me that it somehow feels wrong to ask for money from other peoples' donation for something like this, I really don't know what to do. Yes, I do have employment, but the hours and wage I get are barely enough to get by since they can't afford to give me more hours, I work anywhere from 15-20 hours MAX on any given week. They don't even offer healthcare coverage for dental, vision, etc, so yeah, I'd have to pay 100% upfront.

As it stands, I feel frustrated, helpless, and my stupid anxiety is kicking in right now. I mostly needed to vent but for those who take the time to read this and feel like commented, thank you for being by my side. I'm a nervous wreck right now

I hate to unload on the FA community regarding this matter, but tonight, I leaned absolutely horrific news regarding a good fox owner friend of mine. I spent time at my parent's house only to receive horrific hellish news from another friend on Facebook, the person in question....decided that amidst her silent suffering, unbeknownst to her friends int he fox community, that taking her own life was the best option. I don't pass judgment on her, nor do I bear any resentment as I cannot and do not attest to know the state of her mind, but, no one ever suspected of her having deep issues that needed resolving. That being said, I'm very badly shaken up, my body is in a state of utmost shock and my tears flowing like an out-of-control flood. If anything, I need to vent, I need a sounding board, and I don't know what to think right now, other than the fact I've lost a close friend, and it hurts, it hurts like hell. Will I be able to overcome this, yes, but it will take time, how much, I don't know, but it really makes one think on the frailties or mortality. I need to vent, and I thank you for taking the time to read my latest news.

So, as some of you recently know, Nintendo is holding a poll to find out from the viewers what their most desired downloadable character we'd like to see for Smash Bros. Now's the chance for all those who love Krystal to put in their vote as to why they think she should be in Smash Bros. Doing some research, she, among a few others, were going to be in Brawl but were cut for odd reasons, so as such , we need to have our voices heard, and please, don't spam the ballot, but come up with a very reasonable list as to why she would be an amazing asset (ha) to Smash Bros Wii U

Link to the ballot is right here ^_^

https://cp.nintendo.co.jp/us/

I thought I had a stable and very easygoing job, I thought I had a job where the coworkers and managers were all supportive and understanding. Today, I was proven wrong...I got a call from a higher up from the company, he informs me that lately my performance was lackluster, and that as a contractual-based company, it's better for them to let one go than to risk losing a twenty-year contract. He also informed me that the supervisor, my supervisor, had discussed with me about these performance issues, however, this was not the case, I was never once pulled aside and had a one on one discussion wherewith I can improve. Nope, so they wait until after they let me go, and not before things went from bad to worse, oh no, they had to withhold this information and now, like a pathetic loser, I lost my job because they never told me what I was doing wrong for the past month and a half I've been working there. So here I am, venting to those that follow me, for which I apologize profusely for you guys having to see my...journal, to see me wallowing in self-pity. Times like this, I honestly ask myself if I'll be able to ever hold down a job without me royally screwing it up, but given my track record for the past twelve months, it wouldn't come as a surprise. I don't know how to react to this, part of me wants to cry my eyes out, the other wants me to beat myself up, and the third part of me wants to find a job that doesn't suck or at least, doesn't have a language barrier. That there, was another issue; when I began to work there, there was a coworker who spoke perfect English, she didn't know Spanish and nor did I, and the rest of the coworkers only knew limited English, so when I worked with her, things went great, not a problem. Then she quits to find another job and another coworker, who speaks Spanish but not very much English, takes her place, we go about doing the same routine as usual, but we go at our own pace. I don't know what happened, or why the issue was not addressed to me earlier, but now...it's too late, and I really wish I knew Spanish, but..I don't....now I'm back to where I began :(

I've been watching a fair number of animations on here, DeviantArt and so on and I love how smooth they look. Now, obviously this will have a significant learning curve, SFM, but I've been able to look on the site and noticed artists link to download packs, esp. for micro/macro material. What I want to know is, am I making a grievous mistake with my desire to wanting to learn the ins and outs of SFM? Now, I have been learning basics of animation via DAZ studio, as well as posing, lighting/shadows, and while they are different, they teach me principles all the same. Since I'm deciding to do this, where is a good place to start learning navigation and posing? Already have it installed and already have the models I want to use, any feedback, advice, etc is appreciated ^_^

I lost my job nearly a month ago; it's been the source of tremendous stress and angst. I've been driven to tears on several occasions due to the pressures of financial obligations. As a result, I've had to borrow money from family to make ends meet so I don't get evicted from my apartment complex, among other things. It's not fun at all. However, I come to you, as a community, a community I feel comfortable with. I've never done this before, but, I feel very comfortable and trusting, not just to those who watch me, but to everyone on FA, and I definitely need some form of help, as I keep looking for work. Thank you everyone. Even small niceties can help. I love being a part of of FA; it helps me keep my anxiety in check and express my deepest desires

Disclaimer: Please keep the discussion serious, thank you :3

Just a quick little thing, or rather, a list of all the sources of models, assets, etc for future reference :D


Krystal model:  littledragon
Also: http://littledragon.francemi.net/starfox_01.htm
Fur bump map:  diego-kawasaka
Red fox texture (among a dozen other textures): http://www.sharecg.com/b/6/Textures.....5D=on&pn=1
Camelia:  valveman11 as it was customized heavily
Renamon and the clothes/materials for her:  fursat
White tiger texture: http://www.sharecg.com/v/7090/brows.....ur-white-tiger
Normal tiger texture: http://www.sharecg.com/v/7088/brows.....stal-fur-tiger

I merely make use of the source given me, all credit due to the original developers and 3D modelers, thank you for understanding

I know, for me to act this way or to post this is rather uncharacteristic, possibly even a bit dramatic. If it seems that way, I apologize. My reasoning is mostly to get validation from you, the users and those who watch me on FA. Lately, I've been experimenting with 3D artwork and animations and I think that it's costing me in the long run. Not costing me money necessarily, but rather, people who like my pictures. It's likely a huge mistake on my part for me to mingle the pictures of foxes I take with the 3D artwork, like it's out of place, and for those who take a look at my gallery, and/or those who watch me are owed an apology for disappointment that I have caused for disappointing and letting you down. Not entirely sure what came over me, or why I decided to upload such artwork in the first place. I guess it's that should I make an alternate account, that the same issue would still persist. While I don't expect to get fame, popularity, or what have you, I guess balance might be the issue.

At this point, I'm completely unsure what I want to do with the 3D artwork and animations I create in DAZ Studio. Again, if I ended up letting anyone down, I wish to take this time to apologize.

So, as some have noticed, I experimented with submitted macro/micro using Brawl as a base, while the reception was mostly well-received, people are nonetheless entitled to their opinion. This account always was and always will be primarily for photography regarding my interactions with exotic animals, notably cute sweet foxes. That will never change, not at all, I would like to apologize to any and all who were disappointed in seeing out-of-the-ordinary artwork this morning so once again, I apologize that I have disappointed. Now, the possible workaround I could do is create an alternate account, the problem with is whether or not that's actually allowed per rules. If it's not an issue, I'd be more than happy to do it that way. Sorry for the rant, the last thing I wish to do is let people down. Thank you.

I just received an email from the people who run the sanctuary I volunteered at last summer, turns out I'm able to truly work there again. I mean, I had a feeling it might work out, but this time, it's been officially confirmed, that means, as of Monday, March 17th, 2014, I'll be able to see Skitter and Tazzina once more, this couldn't have come at a better time Not only that, but it'll be weekly too, (aside from a couple of holidays), I'll be able to share the cuteness of Skitter yet again!

So, as you may or may not know, my fox breeder friend has her super adorable foxes and all that. She's a wonderful person, so welcoming, so kind to my family, and friends, and so on lol. Anyways, she and I had a nice long chat on Facebook, discussing cute foxes (i.e all of them) and somehow, we got on the topic of fox kits, which are actually my no. 1 weakness, they're so precious, so fluffy and just SO FREAKIN CUTE!!!!! From there, she mentioned that fox breeding season was coming up in April, and she told me right then and there, that she wants my mom and I to help bottle-feed the kits after they're born! When she told me this, I about choked up, to have that extended to me, an invitation to help care for baby foxes, oh my GOSH I'm gonna die from the cuteness of being around them, I might need to have someone perform CPR when I see them So, what this means is, in the spring, I can assure you that there will be many pictures of this, for everyone to feel the love and joy form beholding something so adorable. The wait from now and till then will be very painful and slow I'm so excited I just have to let you guys know!

So, in addition to super adorable animals, there is another passion I have, the problem is how others would feel about it. So, I speak Japanese and actually had a very long internship where I actually lived in Japan back in 2005/2007 where I was immersed in the culture as well as learning the language, enjoying the sites, etc. Would you guys object if I were to post some pics in addition to my posting fox pics or would you feel that would make certain people disappointed (as in, when they see me upload something random like my pics of Japan and not foxes, etc)? I know, it's weird, but I'd like to hear your guys opinion on the matter

Thank you everyone, who has decided to watch me and for enjoying the pictures I post on a regular basis! It means a lot to me to have people feel the same joy and love I have felt in my interactions with vulpes vulpes To be able to feel their love and share it with so many people, and to help them have a better day means a lot to me. Thank you again for the continual support!

I know have a video of Juno on YouTube, my first ever fox video! Sure, it's far from perfect, and is shaky at times (learning experiences aside), I hope to post more videos of my interactions with the foxes, and I hope that the videos can properly convey the feelings I have felt when I was playing with them. Fable, Juno, the list goes on, I believe that videos can convey feelings much better than a picture can, but even a picture can convey more feelings than what words can ever say. I know I made an entry, I just want to bring it to anyone who may have missed it for some reason


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9p2HUvsunA

http://www.furaffinity.net/view/12017682/

You guys remember Juno the super fluffy marble fox? Well, I spoke with her owner just the other day and it looks like I'll be able to see her in a week and half or so (that's the tentative plan anyway) and I'm getting really pumped for that, but the best part is yet to come. Heheheheheh.....so as I was speaking with the owner, she also mentioned that with work, she hasn't been able to spend nearly as much time as she would like and feels bad due to her crazy schedule. One thing lead to another and I asked if there was anything I could do to help be social with Juno, she goes on to mention that she would like me to walk Juno, interact with her, play with her on weekends (mostly Saturdays) as she runs errands and the like. She asked me or mentioned that I will very likely end up taking care of her for an hour or two every so often! While things aren't officially set in stone yet, I very well could end up babysitting Juno at least for a few hours on those days!!!

This means once she gets everything finalized, you guys will start seeing more pictures and videos of her in all her fluffy adorable glory! Now, the thing is, there is a part of me that is somewhat wary, so she has a retractable leash that extends about roughly 4 to 5 meters, which is fine, but being entrusted with someone's fox for a little while makes me a little nervous, but at the same time, would better prep me for for ownership should I ever decide to get one myself. What do you guys thing.

I've decided to make a fox blog just for the heck of it! I want to share my fox pics not on here on FA, but to as many people as I possibly can so this won't detract from me posting pictures on here I've decided to use Tumblr as my blog due to it making it very easy to blog and re-blog others' entries and have people do the same. Why Juno has gotten over 15,000 likes/shares with people! I wanted to show you guys the blog too! I didn't just for the heck of it and due to my deep love of foxes, esp. Skitter, Juno and Fable! They are so cute!!!!

Here's the link to anyone who wants to check it out! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! It's called Crazy Cute Foxes :-P
http://foxesarethebestanimals.tumblr.com/

So, many of you know of my adventures in interning as a volunteer at the animal sanctuary and how I tell of my crazy stories of Skitter. I was worried that my internship was going to end this month, not anymore. I just received an extension till the end of November, meaning, I'll be able to share more pictures and stories of Skitter! Best news I've had all day actually. I will be able to learn even more about fox ethology as well as develop an even stronger bond with her! I don't know about you, but I'm actually really, really happy that I can work there even longer

Okay, there seems to be something conspiring against me, something hellbent on preventing me from doing what love most, uploading whatever the hell I want. Turns out the original mod who contacted me was in charge of photography and the violation still holds true, and that I have to comply with it or else I'm boned. I am so effing pissed off right now at the whole situation, that I can't even enjoy uploading, but that it now becomes a chore to make sure what I upload doesn't violate the precious AUP.

I....I'm at a loss of words, I don't know what to do, I don't know where to turn. Hell, I don't know if I just want to give up having an FA account altogether if I'm going to get this much grief from a mod all because some of my pics "look too similar" And I bet anything that people will hate me, despise me and will avoid me like the plague for having done such a stupid thing. I can't move them to scraps, I can't keep them, what the hell am I supposed to do!!?


I'd be best off if I never joined and posted my pictures The only thing I'm doing here is being a burden.


Edit: Been doing some thinking, and it would be in my best interest to readjust my pictures and desist from uploading every single one I have

Okay, turns out that the whole having-to-delete-my-art was a big misunderstanding with the mod and I spoke with another one who told me there was nothing violating the AUP in the first place, so therefore, I can upload my animal without having to worry about any repercussions. Thank you everyone, for liking my photos, animals bring me a lot of joy and it's awesome to have that joy shared with other people!

So, there has been a lot of crazy stuff going on lately, with my account needing to be purged/reorganized and all that I have two options placed before me. The first one can be, purge all of my pictures and have a clean state or purge the ones that are too similar and redirect them to the other pictures that didn't make the cut? Granted, I have made an couple entries similar to this already, but I've been narrowing down my options. What do you guys think about these options? Which of the two would be the best action for me to take?

Option one: Purging it all would be the easiest, as it would allow me to upload the highest-quality pictures of the bunch, giving more variety and adding spice to my gallery, then adding the links to the missing pictures to Photobucket after upload completion. The downside is as I delete pictures, everyone's comments go down the toilet, as do their favorites, and asking everyone to re-add those favorites will only serve to annoy people and cause them to no longer want to watch me or comment on my photos

Option two: Purging the offending pictures and adding links to Photobucket after that, but there is an issue. The sheer amount of time attempting to root out all the offending pictures (distinguishing them between the ones that don't have the similarity issue) will be a very difficult task.

What say you, members of FA?


Edit: to clear up some confusion, let's just say that my pictures, the AUP and having too many similar-looking pics. That's all I can say, I can't really get into too many details.

You guys are probably sick of me posting so many journal entries in such a short amount of time But just to reiterate, I will be spending some time optimizing and reorganizing my gallery to make accessing pictures easier. For example, let's say there are six similar-looking pictures I want to post, instead of posting all six of them, two or three will be chosen as the best of the bunch and the others that don't make the cut will be linked to my Photobucket account. By doing this, it will help make the process more streamlined. Unfortunately, as a result of this, some of your guys' comments will be purged in the process and believe me, this was not an easy thing to decide on. Hell, those of you who favorite and/or watch me will probably hate me for doing so, and for that, I feel especially horrible because so many added my pics to your favorites

I will keep adding people to my watch and I hope that as a result this, you too will keep watching my account, as it means so very much to me to have this support. To be able to share my love of animals means all the world to me, as doing this internship has brought me much joy and sense of purpose. I hope that despite the gallery changes, that said support and wonderful comments continue; I appreciate everything the community has done for me, and I wish to return the favor. Most of what I have now will still be on here, just need to clean it up better and make it more navigable for everyone. Once more, I appreciate those who watch me and continually comment on my pictures.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I will continue to upload fluffy animal pictures!

Words cannot describe my sadness.

Summary: My gallery is being optimized a bit, nothing terribly drastic, but I can't but feel horrible for letting you guys down