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  • Megaplex 2026

    This may be a month after the con, but I think that it’s still alright to talk about it, right?

    I was rather anxious and nervous prior to this con. Mainly, admittedly, if I would have to deal with any con staff. Last year I was on staff. And getting a bit of a peek behind the curtain, without just relying on vague stories told third-hand without including names reinforced some things that made me stop going to the con many years ago. There are still people involved who focus more on themselves than on the community that forms around them, and there are still people who cover for illegal or immoral activity because it suits them better.

    That’s a story for a whole other post! One that I keep debating if I’ll ever post publicly. Don’t worry, I don’t have juicy details that I’m keeping secret or anything, I just have my own experience and viewpoint.

    This year I took the con a lot less seriously while there due to all of this. Most of the folks that I know went with their own groups, or didn’t attend this year. I had one friend come to visit during the con so that we could go together. Beyond that, I didn’t try to get a hotel room, had no plans to stay late, and mainly wanted to be in Artist Alley.

    I spent a lot of time stressing over merch that I was making to be in Artist Alley. I wanted to make this a better year than last year, which I already was happy with. But alas, it was not to be. All of that stress, all of that work, all of that time taken away from life for this pursuit. To have a very poor first day, enough that I chose not to table on day two, but instead spend time with my friends and attend panels.

    I am not alone in this. Several vendors in Dealer’s Den that I know expressed how this year was great for their business, and the increased attendance of 12,500 furries certainly helped. But everyone who I talked to in Artist Alley shared the same as me: much more foot traffic, and far fewer sales. At least I’m not alone?

    A lot of things went better than the year before. Which isn’t hard, with what a shit-show it was for me personally in 2025. To be clear, I’m not trying to say that the con itself is all bad. It’s a wonderful place for furries to find themselves and to find one another. And there are a lot of great things to do and people to meet! All I’m saying is that I’m going to pause before going next year, and certainly will continue to side-eye anyone who appears to be more focused on personal gain than on bolstering a community.

    Anyway, onto the pictures!

    Some Fabulous Fursuits

    Dealer’s Den Interesting Finds

  • Aquatifur 2025

    Aquatifur 2025

    Last week I attended Aquatifur in Wisconsin Dells. I also gave a presentation on Constructing Your Own Space Online!

    I got to spend time with my husband as well as several friends who live closer to that con. We drove across the state, seeing plenty of wild animals that I don’t get to see at home, as well as enjoying a cooler temperature, and even some snow!

    One of my favorite things to do was create some badges and stickers for friends and YouTubers that I’m a fan of to present to them at the con. I showed most of them in my newsletter last week, and I’m fairly happy with how they’ve turned out.

    I was still a bit confused as to the layout of the con, which I think is just due to the layout of the resort itself. I also thought that the schedule could be improved a bit, mainly adding a few more panels throughout the day to give more options. I realize that I don’t know how many folks submit panels, but with close to 2,000 attendees this year (over 40% growth over last time I attended in 2023), I’d try to do more outreach to get panels. Or even create meets and find a host for them.

    I’m not sure if I’ll make it up there next year, since I think that I want to try FurSquared again, which is also in Wisconsin. But my husband and his partners enjoyed the water park like I’d hoped, so maybe I’ll see you again Aquatifur!

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    The image shows a promotional poster for a Furry Visual Novel Fans & Creators Meetup. It features nine anthropomorphic animal characters, each numbered. The background includes various colorful designs, including a QR code for attendees. The text invites participants to guess which otter character is the most and least moist for a prize. Event details at the bottom read
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  • Constructing Your Own Space Online – Aquatifur 2025

    Constructing Your Own Space Online – Aquatifur 2025

    I’m giving the following presentation as a talk at Aquatifur 2025

    Social Media and Walled Gardens can be useful for finding an audience, but not for owning your creative content online. In this panel we’ll discuss several options that you could take, with various degrees of difficulty, to own your own space to share your art, stories, music, or whatever else you create. Come with ideas, leave with some useful links!

    Presentation – Constructing Your Own Space OnlineDownload

    Slide Contents

    1. Intro Slide
      • Who am I
      • Why I care
      • Ask who posts to social media
      • Ask who posts to their own sites
    2. The Problem Intro Slide
      • Walled Gardens
      • Ownership of Audience and Data
      • Algorithmic Engagement
    3. Walled Gardens
      • Platforms that control access, features, and data
      • Closed ecosystems: you play by their rules
      • Easy to join, hard to leave
      • Walled gardens make the rules, not you. They may be convenient, but they are also fragile for creators
      • Tip: think of social sites as storefronts, not your home.
    4. Ownership of Audience and Data
      • Followers belong to the platform, not you
      • Platform controls contact channels and analytics
      • Data about your audience is monetized
      • No matter how many followers you have, the platform controls how you can reach and interact with them
      • Tip: Collect at least one direct contact method (email/newsletter).
    5. Algorithmic Engagement
      • Algorithms decide who sees what and when
      • Prioritizes attention-grabbing content
      • Rewards frequency and format over substance
      • Algorithms are made to keep people on-site and looking at ads. Their focus is not what is best for you or your community.
      • Tip: use RSS or newsletters to bypass the algorithm.
    6. Platform Uncertainty
      • Policies, ownership, and features change unpredictably
      • Business shifts can impact visibility and content rules
      • Past examples: sudden content policy overhauls at Tumblr and Twitter
      • Platforms get acquired or change. A policy shift can destroy communities overnight.
      • Tip: keep an off-platform archive of your work and contacts.
    7. Data harvesting and ad targeting
      • Platforms track interactions, clicks, and preferences
      • Data sold or used to target ads and shape feeds
      • Your audience behavior becomes a product
      • You are the product. You cannot trust platforms to keep you safe.
      • Tip: review privacy settings and limit third-party access.
    8. Engagement over authenticity
      • Virality mechanics favor sensational content
      • Nuanced work gets deprioritized
      • Pressure to optimize content for reach, not meaning
      • Creators feel forced to make content to please algorithms over than their community or art.
      • Tip: schedule intentional posts that reflect your interests, not trends.
    9. Limited reach without paying (boosts/ads)
      • Organic reach often declines unless amplified
      • Paid boosts and ads gate visibility
      • Small creators can be priced out of discovery
      • To reach an audience, many creators have to pay for promotion.
      • Tip: build up your own mailing list.
    10. Platform Chaos (Tumblr Porn ban, Twitter Nazis)
      • History shows sudden bans or policy shifts can remove communities
      • Niche subcultures especially vulnerable
      • Recovery is often slow and partial
      • Corporate owned community spaces and archives can be wiped out without warning.
      • Tip: mirror important galleries/posts to your own site or backup service.
    11. DMCA takedowns or account deletions
      • Copyright claims can remove content quickly
      • Accounts may be suspended or deleted with limited recourse
      • Automated systems often make mistakes
      • Copyright claims and false reports can take down your content. Appeals are slow, if they work at all.
      • Tip: keep local copies and upload originals elsewhere. Document ownership (timestamps, source files).
    12. Portability: no easy way to move your followers elsewhere
      • Followers don’t transfer if you leave a platform
      • No universal “follow” across networks (except some federated systems)
      • Rebuilding an audience is time-consuming
      • Moving platforms means rebuilding audiences from scratch, unless you already can directly contact them.
      • Tip: ask followers to subscribe to your newsletter or follow a permanent link on your domain.
    13. Key takeaway: If you don’t host your content, you don’t control it.
    14. Solutions Intro Slide
      • Low Effort – Use Existing Tools
      • Medium Effort – Hosted Alternatives
      • High Effort – Owning Your Space
    15. Low Effort – Use Existing Tools
      • Cross-post among platforms (Postybirb)
      • Create a link hub (Carrd, Linktree, PawPals someday?)
      • Backup your content regularly
      • Add clear licenses (Creative Commons, custom terms)
      • Small steps help. Using cross-posters and link hubs keeps you from being tied to one platform.
    16. Medium Effort – Hosted Alternatives
      • Federated Platforms (Mastodon, Pixelfed, etc)
      • Ethical Centralized sites (RIP Cohost, Dreamwidth, Neocities)
      • Pros: Better community, more control
      • Cons: Smaller audiences, learning curve
      • Niche platforms are smaller neighborhoods. You still get visibility and social features, but with healthier communities.
    17. High Effort – Owning Your Space
      • Buy your own domain like barks.cafe or david.garden)
      • Use it as an identifier where you can (verify on Mastodon, or use for bsky like bowie.barks.cafe)
      • Build a website (so many tools exist for this)
      • Add RSS, ActivityPub, and a Newsletter for reach
      • Your own site is your home base. It can grow and change with you over time.
    18. Key Steps
      • Start small, iterate over time.
      • Cross-post.
      • Back up everything regularly.
      • Join small communities that share values (furry Mastodon servers, art rings, etc.)
      • Collaborate – link to each other’s independent sites to grow your networks.
    19. Thank you/Questions

    Helpful Resources

  • Moving from One YouTube Channel to Three

    I’ve spent a lot of my professional life teaching others. I’ve taught professionally at a university for a while. I taught online as well, with pre-recorded platforms like Skillshare, as well as a platform where I was paid to do live courses with small cohorts.

    Something that I’m looking to finally do more of in 2026 is record and publish videos for more than small groups to watch. I have my small YouTube channel where I vlog and am currently wrapping my first Inktober.

    One thing that I’ve allowed to get in the way of completing longer videos on different topics is wondering whether I should stick with one channel, or make new ones for the topics that I want to address. After reading this article, where the author discusses his reasoning for making multiple channels while only at a few hundred followers made me decide to do the same. If I’m going to do this, I want to do it right, which to me means setting up for viewer success.

    With that, here’s what I have in mind for three separate channels to make videos for:

    • BowieBarks – My current YouTube channel, which I will continue using to share personal art, painting, drawing, fursuit making, and general crafting.
    • Bark and Bytes – A place to share tutorials and process videos for the things that I make on the web, as well as other videos examining online culture. That last thing has been an interest of mine for as long as I’ve been building, and I’ve got a lot of thoughts!
    • An as-of-yet unnamed third channel for video essays that aren’t directly related to web dev.

    I don’t specifically want to have three separate places to maintain and try not to confuse myself with, but pretty much everywhere I read the advice is to have one channel be about one thing. The only reasons that I’ve seen to keep just one are to avoid spreading yourself too thin, and to be able to really push one. Which makes a lot of sense knowing how much I already overextend, but who am I to listen to sound advice? 🤣

    So that’s my goal. Sure, I’d love to share all of myself as one whole being, but I realize that not everyone would care about all parts of me. I certainly wish that I could filter out eight hour live streams of gaming from channels that I follow for scripted videos as an example.

    Whatever I end up doing, I’ll keep it all sorted and updated on my personal site and in my newsletter. The best places to record things and ensure that they won’t get wiped away by a fickle corporation.

  • Megaplex 2025

    Megaplex 2025

    Megaplex was quite a con this year! Not always in the best way, but I’m going to avoid going too explicitly into everything because frankly the negatives reflect more upon myself and minor issues than anything to do with the con itself.

    The main con days ran from Saturday to Monday this year, which seemed to throw people off far more than anticipated, myself included. My partner and I arrived on Thursday. This was my first year trying out being on staff for the con, and I wanted to be rested and already in place, unpacked, and not worrying about all of that for setup on Friday.

    Friday itself was a bit frustrating, and I think that a good portion of that was a buildup of things that took place prior to the con. There was a lack of communication about key information, which I personally have ideas as to why it happened, and how it could be addressed in the future. I admit, I spent a bit more time than I wanted that day dwelling on negative feelings, especially personal feelings.

    Saturday was simply too busy to think too hard, which was probably a good thing. I had a staffing shift, and ended up helping earlier and later than my shift as well, as there was a need for hands. The registration team was working hard, and doing everything that could be done, but a record breaking 10k+ attendance make the line to check in go long on Friday and Saturday.

    Sunday was to be my busiest day of the con. I had the Crafter Meetup to run first thing in the morning. After that, I had my Artist Alley slot, which I had to wait a bit to get into. Finally, I had a staffing shift on Sunday night, which would have gone well past my normal bed time.

    It was on Sunday night, around 10pm, that I made a seemingly unimportant decision. While I was doing some room checking/counting (to ensure that folks showed govt IDs to get in, and ensured that the rooms didn’t hit capacity), I was asked by someone if I wanted a hug. I said sure, as the furry fandom is very physically affectionate, and hugs are the main currency.

    Unfortunately, this person chose to lift me up and squeeze me as well. I was not prepared for this, and he is incredibly strong. After five or six pops on my spine, which normally would be helpful, I felt and heard a pop on my lower right ribs. He set me down, and I had trouble catching my breath. I immediately went to a private room that I thankfully had access to as staff and sat down. I then laid on the floor, trying to calm down and catch my breath past the pain.

    When trying to express the seriousness later, and that I wasn’t simply trying to skip out on work, I mentioned that this was the first time that I can remember in quite a long time that I cried due to physical pain. It simply hurt and while I could tell I would be fine, I did not know how serious it was.

    I still don’t know, as I’m awaiting X-ray results this week. There is a chance that there is a rib fracture, but my doctor thinks that it could likely be a cartilage tear, in addition to obvious muscle strain in the area. I’m still in pain, but thankfully not as much as a week ago.

    Monday was comparably quiet. I actually was fine sitting at my Artist Alley table, which was basically the only thing that I had that day. After that closed, I went home with my friends, skipping the closing ceremony and final night dances, not that they were on my list prior anyway 😅

    I am still a bit “on” with visitors in town for the con and theme parks. I’m mainly glad that the months of stress prior to the con are behind me. They’ll come again, but next time I hope to be more ready.

    As usual, here’s a big photo dump! As not usual, I’m gonna start just putting all pictures together, regardless of ratio or subject matter.

    A person with pink hair and glasses smiles while sitting behind a display table covered with a variety of colorful stickers and buttons featuring cartoon characters and humorous text. The display board is green with several rows of circular pins and stickers. The table also has small baskets and promotional materials, including signs saying Stickers + Buttons and Who Let a Baby Drive
    A life-sized cardboard cutout of an anthropomorphic shark character is positioned indoors, against a wooden wall backdrop. The shark is light blue, muscular, and depicted with a sly smile. It wears sunglasses, a gold chain, and beach shorts with a sun and wave pattern. Yellow flip-flops complete the look. Behind the cutout, a sign
    The image shows a flyer for Muscle Furs featuring an anthropomorphic blue dragon character with muscles, wearing a pink tank top and a yellow headband. The dragon has blue scales and horns. Below the character, the text MUSCLE FURS is displayed in bold, stylized letters with a QR code and an 18
    A close-up image of a hand holding a colorful badge that features an illustrated anthropomorphic lion with a fierce expression and large fangs. The badge includes text that reads YOU talkin' to me? and KAISER. Above it, there's a heart-shaped pin with the words HUNGRY PRED. The person is wearing
    A bustling convention hall filled with vendors and attendees. Various colorful plush toys, T-shirts, and art prints are displayed at several booths. Attendees, some wearing face masks, browse merchandise. Overhead, large decorative light fixtures provide a warm glow. The scene captures the vibrant and lively atmosphere of a convention, with items like plush tails, hearts,
    Two people in colorful fursuits are posing in a convention center. The left person is wearing a teal and white suit with glasses and has a playful expression. The right person is in a black and gray suit with bright eyes. Both are wearing multiple badges and lanyards. The background shows other attendees and a sign that reads Free Testing.
    A drawing on yellow paper depicts two cartoon ponies sitting close together, smiling and holding hooves. Both ponies have distinct manes; one is curly, and the other is wavy. The drawing is surrounded by a table surface with a red paper and a small green-colored book visible in the background, placed on a light fabric.
    A person in a purple and white furry costume stands in a brightly lit hotel lobby. The costume features a cartoonish animal character with a blue vest and a large fabric tail. The person has a lanyard around their neck displaying a badge. In the background, there's a decorated wall with small artworks, and another person is visible behind a counter,
    A person is cosplaying in a bird-like costume in a convention center. The costume features blue feathers, a large yellow beak, and red accents around the eyes, paired with a red vest and white pants. The individual is posing confidently, with one hand making a peace sign. Other attendees in casual attire are visible in the background, along with
    A display of fifteen colorful enamel pins featuring various cartoon animals with humorous themes. Each pin is mounted on a rectangular card with playful slogans, such as “Pool Gator,” “Hungry for More,” “Birds Are Real,” and “Dragons Are Cool.” The animals include an alligator, skunk, fortune cat, rabbit, dragon,
    A colorful vendor booth with a sign reading Goblin Market features vibrant, cartoon-style cutouts of characters above it. The stand is adorned with green and pink cloths, offering a variety of small items and artwork. Two people with themed backpacks, one resembling a cat with a mock tail, are browsing the merchandise. The booth displays numerous eye
    A person is dressed in a brown and white furry costume with large horns, resembling a cartoon cow or bull, striking a pose as they flex one arm. They wear a colorful patterned fanny pack and a lanyard with a badge reading REGINALD. The setting appears to be an indoor convention or event, with several other people and vendor
    A group of four people happily pose for a selfie indoors at a lively event. The person on the right has pink hair and is smiling broadly. The person next to him is wearing a cap, glasses, and a tank top with colorful designs. The person in the center wears a t-shirt featuring an anime character print. The person on the left,
    A blue and black wooden paw print features a small sticker of a cartoon dog's face in the upper section. Below, a label reads, Not sure what this paw print is for? Go to mplx.club to find out! accompanied by a QR code. A hand with blue-painted nails holds the paw print at the bottom.
    Close-up image of a car badge on a vehicle. The badge features text Flying Bison Edition alongside an illustration of a stylized, cartoonish bison marked with an arrow on its head. Below this is the word Element in larger letters. The badge and text appear metallic against a beige background. The image suggests a custom or
    The image shows the rear window of a red car adorned with several stickers. One sticker features a cartoon character with orange hair and fox ears peeking up from the bottom. Another depicts a gray cat-like character sitting down. There is a triangular Outer Wilds Ventures sticker with stars and trees, and a NASCAR-themed sticker that says 8 Kyle Busch
    A person wearing casual clothes with a colorful sneaker design is playfully interacting with someone in a furry panda costume. The panda costume features a hooded orange shirt and large black paws. They are standing on a carpeted floor that has blue and gray patterns, in what appears to be a hotel lobby or convention center setting. The scene is well-lit,
    A collection of colorful stickers is spread on a surface next to a partially open pencil case with markers visible. Stickers include a cartoon possum playing dead with the text SORRY I'M DEAD, a cartoon dragon carrying a satchel, and various playful alligator-themed designs, including one flexing muscles with #GUMMYBOD text.
    A hand-drawn cartoon on pink paper shows various sketches. In the center, a dog and a cat wear aprons with the words Sculpture Ceramic beneath. Next to them is a cat holding pottery. Above, a person with a speech bubble saying Now's ur chance to see my swag cock. Top left, a small dood
    A vibrant vendor booth at a convention displays a variety of colorful plush toys, T-shirts, and handcrafted items. A large green plush dragon hangs above the booth. The table is draped with a blue cloth featuring a paw logo and is covered with plush animal tails and other soft items. The booth also features an assortment of pins, stickers, and colorful
    A person is holding a large, embroidered keychain featuring a cartoon-style wolf character. The wolf has light gray fur, a white face, and is wearing a blue sweater. The character appears to be smiling and has a friendly expression. Below the wolf, the name Anya is embroidered in yellow letters. The person's hands are visible, and
    A person with pink hair and glasses is smiling widely while taking a selfie with two people in brightly colored animal costumes. The first costume is a red and black cat with green eyes, and the second is a purple and black animal with ears and a white snout. The background shows other people in costumes and lanyards, inside a large room with
    The image shows eight colorful stickers with cartoon animal characters on a white, ridged surface. The top row features a dog in glasses, a fox with a flower, a lounging dog in a blue outfit, and two foxes with a speech bubble saying I don't wanna pay bills. The bottom row includes a skunk with a sign saying These
    A person wearing a fluffy, white and pastel blue anthropomorphic animal costume stands indoors on a patterned carpet. The costume features large ears, a tuft of pink fur on top of the head, black markings around the eyes, and pink paw pads. Badges are hanging around the neck. Behind, other people in costumes are visible, along with a large
    A person wearing a colorful striped and patterned shirt holds a large, laminated badge with cartoon-like drawings of anthropomorphic animals, including a wolf and a fox. The badge prominently features the name Jericho in bold, stylized letters. The background includes a blurry, abstract blue pattern on what appears to be a carpeted floor. The person’s
    A vibrant market stall displays an array of colorful items. On display are art prints featuring whimsical creatures, alongside clothing items like a blue t-shirt adorned with stars. Various accessories and trinkets, such as pins and patches, are creatively arranged. The stall is decorated with floral garlands, adding to the lively, festive atmosphere. Prices are visible on
    A bustling booth at a convention features a variety of colorful plush toys on display. The shelves are filled with toy animals in various colors and sizes. Three people are behind the booth: one in a floral shirt helping a customer, another in a green shirt managing inventory, and a customer wearing a red plaid shirt examining items. Bright lighting highlights the vivid colors
    A collection of colorful stickers on a pink background featuring various cartoon animals and anthropomorphic characters. The illustrations include a blushing wolf-like character, a dog with glasses labeled “cool dad,” and a raccoon holding a smaller character with a speech bubble saying, “DON’T JUDGE ME!!!” There's a cat sitting on an oval, a wolf with
    A person in a Toothless dragon costume from How to Train Your Dragon stands indoors on a patterned carpet. The costume is black with large green eyes and outstretched wings. The dragon's body is detailed with textured scales. In the background, the beige walls feature a framed artwork. The lighting is warm, coming from a modern wall lamp
    A display of various themed hats and pillow designs is shown. The hats feature logos and the word Hungry, alongside embroidered images of food like steak and sushi. The pillows, hung vertically, display cartoonish designs of animals and creatures, including a fiery dinosaur-like character and a smiling, anthropomorphic wolf. A sign indicates the hats are priced at
    Two people wearing colorful animal fursuits face each other in a playful manner. The left suit is bright with rainbow colors and a star design on the cheek, labeled Lucky Pup. The right suit is monochrome with yellow eyes and a star on the cheek. They are in a convention setting with tables and artworks in the background. Other attendees are
    A hand is holding a felt tiger ornament with bright colors and intricate details. In the background, another person holds a colorful lanyard featuring a badge with an illustrated character and the text Rust. The setting appears to be a conference or event with chairs and people in the blurred background. The image conveys a playful and creative atmosphere.
    A person with pink hair, glasses, and a blue graphic T-shirt with light blue shorts stands smiling beside someone in a large, cartoonish panda costume. The panda suit features a vibrant orange hoodie and green shorts, with black and white fur accents. The two pose together in a well-lit indoor setting with modern design elements like blue and brown geometric carpet
    A person with pink hair and glasses takes a selfie with a person in a turquoise dragon costume. They are both smiling and wearing badges around their necks. The background shows a spacious convention hall with people mingling, colorful displays, and posters. The atmosphere is lively and festive, suggesting a pop culture or comic convention event.
    A display of graphic t-shirts on heart-shaped hangers, featuring various anime and cartoon-style designs. The top left t-shirt has a wolf character with stars. In the center, a pink tank top with a fox and Wanna Bone? text, and a black tank with a character and Good Girl text. To the right, a
    A person with pink hair and glasses is smiling and holding a plush costume character. The person is wearing a dark blue T-shirt and has a lanyard around their neck. The character resembles a panda or raccoon with black and white fur and is wearing a bright orange hoodie. They are indoors, in a well-lit hallway with modern decor and a
    A vendor booth displays colorful fursuit accessories and merchandise. The booth has a sign reading Lemonbrat and features various furry tails, costume heads, and shirts with cartoon designs. Several fursuit heads with colorful fur and expressive faces are arranged on shelves. A rack of clothing shows themed shirts and hoodies. Two people are browsing
    A person is wearing an inflatable, orange squid costume with large cartoonish eyes and a yellow beak. The costume’s tentacles are spread wide, showcasing pink circular patterns. The person inside is barely visible, with only their hands emerging from the sleeves. They are standing in a room with a patterned carpet and beige walls, surrounded by other people casually
    A person holds a circular badge with the words BELLY LOVERS CLUB HONORARY MEMBER in white against a red background. The badge features an illustration of a smiling, chubby fox with multiple tails. The person is also wearing a lanyard with colorful cartoon characters and another button displaying No AI crossed out. The clothing has
    The image displays a collection of colorful stickers on a pink surface. The stickers feature various cartoonish animals and playful designs, including dog-like and rabbit-like characters in bright colors. Some stickers contain text, such as Assigned Baby at Birth and phrases like Give A Dog A Bone. The designs are vibrant, with heart-shaped stickers and shiny elements
    A life-sized cardboard cutout of a cartoon anthropomorphic character stands against a wooden panel. The character has red fur, wearing glasses and a backward cap. It smiles and waves with one hand. Dressed in a white t-shirt with a smiley face, blue pants, and green sneakers, it has a yellow sweatshirt tied around its waist. A
    A person is wearing a colorful, fun costume with vibrant green, gray, and white fur. The outfit features exaggerated features like large paws and a snout. They are accessorized with oversized sunglasses and a patterned shirt complete with a name badge. The person is playfully posing with their paws raised. In the background, other people are walking around a
    A person is holding a colorful lanyard with various decorative pins and badges. The lanyard has illustrations, including one of a person with dark hair and vibrant attire. There is a dragon-themed pin with a rainbow umbrella. Another pin displays a stylized paw print in pastel colors. A round badge shows an animal face with Certified Scum
    Two people stand on either side of a person in a light brown and white furry costume with large blue eyes, sticking out a red tongue, and wearing a name tag labeled Reef. The person on the left wears glasses, a patterned shirt, and a cap, displaying a badge reading Awkward But Friendly. The person on the right
    A colorful cartoon standee of a stylized anthropomorphic character with gray hair, wearing a blue hat adorned with pins, a white shirt featuring a smiley face with crossed-out eyes, and purple pants with pink accents. The character has a pink rat-like tail, green gloves, and multicolored sneakers. They are depicted standing in a room with
    A colorful, cartoon-style poster depicts a cheerful tiger above a bowl of cereal with vibrant, multicolored rings. Splashes of milk surround the cereal. The word “POUNCE-O’S” is boldly displayed at the top in yellow and white, with a paw print in the letter O. Tropical leaves fill the background. The bottom left
    A display at a convention showcasing various pieces of anthropomorphic art. The art features animal characters with human-like features in colorful, dynamic poses. Some artworks have sticky notes with prices or messages like Goated. In the background, attendees browse other stalls with merchandise visible. The setting is well-lit with a ceiling featuring decorative lights, and the floor is
    A large, colorful poster filled with numerous stickers is depicted. The background features vibrant swirls of purple, yellow, green, and pink. The stickers are varied, displaying cartoon animals, characters, symbols, and logos. Some text, including Megaplex and other partially obscured words, is visible on the poster. The overall appearance is
    A colorful vendor booth at a convention displays a variety of graphic T-shirts hanging prominently. Designs include cartoon creatures and playful text. Below the shirts are price lists showing prices for T-shirts, tank tops, and plushies. Several plush toys are visible on shelves. The booth is bustling with attendees, and a Raizap logo featuring a paw
    Four colorful banners hang side by side, each depicting an anthropomorphic character. From left to right: a red-haired character with a tail in a sweater and jeans; a dragon-like creature with horns and wings; a canine character wearing a diaper and holding a teddy bear; a white-haired wolf in dark, detailed clothing with gloves and straps. The banners
    Three T-shirts hang on a rack at a convention booth. The central shirt is white and features a cartoon animal with a rainbow, surrounded by quirky doodles, with the text Embrace Your Cringe, Literally Who Cares! The shirt on the left displays a cat in a teacup, captioned Tea Cup Pup. The right
    Two people display colorful, cartoon-themed artwork and sticker sheets at a table. The left person holds a circular piece featuring a panda with the word SOT in rainbow colors. The right person showcases a design featuring a playful, anthropomorphic dog with the word CHU. Below, various sticker sheets display cartoon animals such as pandas, foxes
    A person with pink hair is smiling while standing next to someone in a large, furry costume resembling a cartoon dog, with blue and gray fur and a yellow belly. A name tag reads Bandit on the costume. The person is wearing a light blue shirt, pink shorts, and rainbow sneakers. They are indoors, with patterned carpet and large
    A person in a black tank top, shorts, and cap stands next to someone wearing an elaborate red, black, and yellow furry costume, resembling a fox with large ears. The costumed individual has a colorful bandana around the neck and a badge with the name Solar. Both have lanyards with various badges. Behind them, a table
    The image shows a card and a condom packet on a marbled surface. The card features an illustration of a character with animal ears and short hair, wearing a fluffy coat. Text on the card includes humorous and self-referential statements, such as Variable X, Otter (allegedly), and other comedic remarks. The condom packet
    A vibrant vendor booth displays eclectic artwork and merchandise. The booth features colorful signs, apparel, and art prints with cartoonish designs, including dinosaurs and abstract patterns. A prominent sign reads Raised by Cartoons. Various items are stacked on a table covered by a bright, multicolored cloth. T-shirts hang on the left while a wooden shelf on
    Cutout of an anthropomorphic wolf character performing a balancing act with swords, standing on one leg. The character wears bandages and striped pants, holding swords with its hands and tail. Beside it, a banner reads Creep Cat Toy Company with a stylized three-eyed cat logo and paw prints. In the background, a screen displays
    A person is wearing a cosplay outfit inspired by a video game character. The costume includes a purple maid dress with white frills, purple gloves, and tights. They wear orange clogs and a purple cap with a logo. The person poses with one hand on their hip and the other making a peace sign. They have a painted-on mustache and
    A colorful tabletop display titled The Megaplex 2023 Micro Zone features an array of small stickers, plushies, and decorative items. The display is vibrant, with cartoon characters and various small objects densely arranged. Signs explain rules for interaction: DO take a few items and DO NOT remove the structure. The scene is lively
    The image shows the rear of a vehicle with two stickers. The top sticker features the PADI logo, a globe with a diver, and the URL padi.com. The sticker below is a humorous red sign with white text that reads: Don't like my driving? Call 1800-fuck-you. To submit a complaint to my asshole
    A colorful vertical banner with bold, shiny orange text reading Pool Toy Party against a dark background with abstract bubbles. Below the text, two cartoon characters are depicted: a smiling blue and white winged horse with an inflatable appearance, and a playful blue and white fox-like creature holding a large water gun. The setting is indoors with a wooden wall
    A row of colorful T-shirts is displayed hanging on a rack. The designs feature various illustrations, including a black shirt with glow-in-the-dark figures, a yellow shirt with a character inside a swirl, an orange shirt with a cartoon fox holding mushrooms, a green shirt with a leafy pattern and animals, a navy shirt with a character in a yellow dress
    A series of six cartoon stickers illustrates a character transforming from a human into a donkey. Initially, the character is a man wearing a blue shirt, shorts, and a cap, holding a frothy mug. In each subsequent sticker, he gains more donkey features including ears, a tail, and hooves, while his snout elongates. By the
    A collection of colorful stickers is displayed on a surface. The stickers include a cartoon deer with large eyes, a stylized black-and-white striped creature resembling a zebra, and a humorous illustration of a bird with the text “Damn.” There's also a 3D pop of embellishments like a blue fuzzy pipe cleaner and an orange plastic piece. In
    A couple in colorful costumes stands together in a large indoor setting. The woman wears a blue dress with large blue spots and a bright yellow bag shaped like a bird. She holds a drink in one hand. The man wears a green striped shirt, beige pants, and a green mask. They both appear to be attending an event, surrounded by other people
    A person is wearing a colorful dragon costume with vibrant red and brown features. The costume has large eyes, protruding horns, and a textured tail. The person is posing energetically in an indoor setting with a marble floor. Behind them, a modern reception area is visible, featuring a glowing abstract art installation on the wall. The atmosphere is lively,
    A plush raccoon toy is nestled inside a silver cup with a NASA logo. The raccoon holds a white plastic spoon. Attached to the cup is a green tag reading GIVE ME PETS. The background shows an indoor setting with people and tables, perhaps a convention or event, and patterned blue carpeting. Part of a person’s arm holding
    A vibrant vendor booth at a convention displays various items with colorful designs. The booth features T-shirts and banners with playful and fantasy-themed graphics, such as dragons and werewolves, each with quirky phrases. A section displays plush toys, with a sign indicating more to come. The booth is set against a backdrop of poppy-patterned fabric, and shelves
    A person is wearing a light blue and white furry costume with a large, cartoonish animal head featuring big eyes and blue tuft of hair. They're posing playfully with their hands on their cheeks. The costume has various badges attached to it. In the background, other people are present, some in costumes, and there's a booth with Weasel Con
    A group of people in colorful furry costumes stands together in a convention hallway. The first person wears a tan and orange-themed cat suit with large eyes and striped tail. The second person is dressed as a character in a blue and red outfit with an exaggerated headpiece. The third costume is a fluffy blue dog with black floppy ears and a red nose.
    The image shows a collection of colorful stickers on a yellow background. In the center, a prominent sticker reads Support Small Businesses in playful, black script with heart accents. Surrounding it are various illustrated stickers, including cartoon characters and animals, such as a pink, horned character, a cute creature with pink curly hair and large eyes, and
    A person stands smiling next to an individual in a gray and blue wolf fursuit with black accents. The person is wearing a cap, black tank top, and overalls, with a tattoo visible on their left arm. They have a lanyard around their neck and are holding a small item in their hand. The fursuited character has
    A close-up of a khaki fabric bag featuring two patches. The first patch is a circular design with a playful otter illustration and the words Otterly Gay in bold text. The second patch is rectangular and reads Service Otter in bold capital letters. A black water bottle with stickers is partially visible attached to the bag.
    A life-sized cardboard cutout of an anthropomorphic rabbit with large ears, a tuft of blond hair, and blue eyes stands in a hotel lobby. The rabbit is cartoonish, wearing a purple sweatshirt with a rainbow design and blue overalls featuring playful patches, including a music note and a heart. It has a friendly expression and is waving with one
    A person is wearing two badges around their neck. The first badge depicts two anthropomorphic animals, a wolf and a tiger, above the words ATMAC in bold red letters, with Furry Visual Novel Enjoyer written below. The second badge features a playful illustration of a leaping furry creature, surrounded by pink splashes, with
    A life-sized standee of an anthropomorphic cartoon rabbit character with tall ears. The rabbit has light fur, blue eyes, and short, styled hair. It's wearing a purple flannel shirt over a white T-shirt with a red design, and gray pants with patches. The character is standing indoors, waving with its left hand. The background features a
    A person is smiling brightly at a convention. They wear a light blue cap with dark fuzzy ears, round glasses, and a bright green apron covered with various colorful ribbons and pins. Their arm is decorated with tattoos of a snake, fish, and plant. In the background, people are gathered, suggesting a busy, social event. The person’s confident
    A display of handmade plush pins is shown. Each pin features an animal face, with options like fox, bat, panda, and more. The sign reads $25 each, 2 for $45. The display is colorful, with each pin housed in its own square compartment. Next to the display is a blue and white shirt with a cartoon fox
    A person in a deer fursuit is sitting on a patterned carpet floor, leaning against a white pillar. The fursuit features brown fur, light tan antlers, and large blue eyes, with a tuft of white hair on the head. The suit is wearing a green shirt with a leafy design and badges on the chest. The floor has
    A convention booth displaying a variety of colorful and whimsical merchandise. The booth features t-shirts, vibrant art prints, and signs with paw print designs and humorous slogans like “AWOO ZONE.” There are sticker sheets on the left, with playful, cartoonish designs. A shelf displays more stickers and art prints, while the table is draped with a
    A flyer with a circular cartoon dog face at the top and text beneath it reads, Not sure what this paw print is for? Go to mplx.club to find out! Below is a black QR code. Blue paw print stickers are placed in three corners of the flyer, which is pinned to a gray bulletin board.
    A person in a gray, furry animal costume with large ears, a snout, and a long tail poses playfully at a convention. They wear oversized green shutter shades and hold up a peace sign with their fuzzy paw. The costume has colorful accents, and a large badge with “Fusser” is attached to their belt. Other attendees are
    A person with pink hair sits behind a vendor table displaying various colorful merchandise, including stickers, buttons, and illustrated cards. The backdrop features an array of decorative items with animal designs, vibrant characters, and playful slogans. Plush toys and decorative items sit on the table, alongside signs advertising pricing, such as “Stickers $3 & Buttons 2/$
    A vibrant convention stall displays various merchandise. Prominently featured are colorful T-shirts, including an orange one with a cartoon dog and the word HUNGRY. Alongside are tank tops and an assortment of plush toys priced at $30. A section showcases stickers, pins, and lanyards with cartoon characters. Prices range from $5
    A whimsical cutout of a purple dragon character is displayed against a wooden wall. The dragon is anthropomorphic, wearing a red-scaled bikini top and belly dancer skirt adorned with gold coins. It is joyfully breathing fire toward a stick with burning marshmallows, holding an empty skewer in the other hand. The cutout has a playful and
    A person with pink hair and glasses smiles while standing with an individual in a detailed bird-like fursuit. The fursuit features large wings, a beak, and vibrant purple, black, and white colors. Both wear convention badges and lanyards. The person on the left is wearing a black t-shirt and shorts, and they appear
    A lively indoor scene at a convention featuring people in colorful animal costumes, including a large mouse and a wolf with accessories like a headband and glasses. The background shows a spacious lobby with attendees dressed in various costumes, conversing and enjoying the event. The floor is patterned with blue geometric designs, and large windows let in natural light. There are plants
    A person is wearing a lanyard featuring multiple large, colorful badges with cartoon animal characters. Each badge displays a character with features like blue markings and large eyes, and some show muscular or anthropomorphic traits. The names Gabriel and Gabe are printed on the badges in different styles. The characters have playful expressions and various poses
    A colorful convention booth displays various merchandise, including T-shirts with playful animal graphics and phrases like Animal Cannibal and Funky Critter. Vibrant posters and banners featuring cartoon animals adorn the backdrop. A variety of colorful hats, keychains, and sticker sets with similar themes are neatly arranged on the table. The overall aesthetic is lively and
    A person in a blue and white raccoon-like furry costume, complete with glasses and a wagging tongue, stands indoors on a patterned carpet, waving with one paw. They have white and black paw pads and a large bushy tail. Around their neck, they wear a badge featuring a colorful pride flag. In the background, a partial view of
    The image shows the rear window of a white car with a playful drawing and message in white marker. The text reads, Megaplex 25, followed by You like following fuzzies don't u. Below the words is a simple, cartoonish drawing of a furry animal face, likely a cat or wolf, with large eyes and a smiling
    A person is wearing a furry costume, resembling a blue and brown creature with large ears, horns, and a long tail. The costume features a round belly, claws, and a third eye on the forehead. The person is standing indoors on a geometric-patterned carpet with natural light coming from large windows in the background. Other people are casually walking and
    A person wearing a colorful green dinosaur costume poses indoors. The costume features a playful expression with large eyes, a wide smile, and a rainbow mane. The person is wearing a blue shirt and a black backpack, giving a peace sign with one hand. The background shows a modern room with shelves, people, and vases holding decorative grasses. Others in
    A promotional banner features an anthropomorphic character resembling a dog with orange, black, and white fur. The character is winking, shirtless, and has a black jacket draped over their shoulders. The text above reads, Looking for a shoulder? I got one right here. Below, information is provided for the Megaplex convention, promoting
    Two laminated badges featuring cartoon animal characters. The left badge depicts a yellow lion wearing a blue shirt and diaper, with speech bubbles saying Mrow! and Raow! It is labeled Astolpho. The right badge shows a raccoon-like creature with a striped tail, also in a diaper, with a shy expression, labeled Arch
    A person with pink hair and rainbow glasses takes a selfie with a friend in a black and white husky fursuit. The husky costume features bright blue eyes and an open mouth with its tongue out. The person smiles widely, wearing a black top and a colorful lanyard. Behind them, two people are at a counter, with an
    Two people in animal costumes pose for a photo. The one on the left wears a purple and white raccoon suit with a red bandana and a necklace. The one on the right is dressed in an orange and black tiger costume with sunglasses and a patterned shirt, holding an inflatable boombox. They are standing on a carpet with a geometric pattern
    A person with pink hair and glasses smiles for a selfie with someone in a large dog-like fursuit, featuring black and tan fur, along with a red hat. Both wear lanyards with badges. In the background, there are several other people, including individuals in costumes, walking around a convention-style setting with vendor booths displaying various items like
    A person with pink hair and glasses is taking a selfie with someone in a furry costume. The costume is red, black, and white, resembling a tiger or wolf with large orange eyes and an orange tongue sticking out. The character holds a popsicle prop with brown and white layers. Both the person and the costumed character wear colorful lanyards
    A display of five vertically hanging body pillowcases featuring vibrant, anthropomorphic characters in dynamic poses. From left to right: a blue-furred character with swirling patterns, a white-haired character in a dapper outfit, a black and white character with pink accents, a fox-like character in orange and cream, and a muscular white character with horns. Below
    A vertical sign in a dimly lit area reads: Vibe Lounge in large, playful orange lettering at the top. Below, it describes the lounge as a SENSORY DECOMPRESSION space with deep lighting, lofi ambiance, and giant plushies. The text invites attendees to Hang out with your friends, make
    A person wearing a white tank top featuring a cartoon illustration of an anthropomorphic dog dressed in summer attire, with sunglasses and a peace sign gesture. The shirt has the text SUNS OUT? TUMS OUT! in colorful lettering. The individual is holding a decorated lanyard with a badge featuring a fox illustration clipped to it. The background
    A person in a detailed furry costume resembling a canine stands in a hotel lobby. The costume is predominantly brown with white and black accents, featuring large, expressive eyes and a playful expression. The person wears a bright orange, shiny life vest, giving the costume a whimsical touch. Their paws are up, one holding a black leash or strap, and they
    A person dressed in a vibrant blue and gray furry costume with large ears and playful eyes stands on a patterned carpet in a hallway. They have a friendly, inviting pose with one hand extended forward and wear a starry bandana around their neck. A colorful name tag is attached to the costume. In the background, there’s signage indicating Megap
    A display features various colorful items for sale, including acrylic keychains, stickers, and bumper stickers. The keychains depict cartoonish animals and characters, priced at $12 each. To the right, a board displays an assortment of vibrant stickers with different characters and designs, priced at 3 for $12 or $5 each. Below, bumper stickers
    A person with pink hair smiling and throwing a hand sign stands next to a person in a panda costume. The costume features a large white and black panda head, orange hoodie, and green shorts. They are posed with arms around each other in a playful manner. The scene is indoors on a patterned floor in a well-lit hallway, possibly at a convention
    Two people are dressed in vibrant animal costumes. The one on the left is in a brown bear suit with folded arms and a playful expression. The character on the right is in an orange canine outfit, adorned with a glittery crown and holding a large tennis ball. Their paws have blue pads. They are inside a room with patterned carpet and walls.
    Plastic-wrapped keychains featuring a cartoon dog wearing an orange jumpsuit and black hat, holding a microphone. The word BOWIE is vertically on one side in bold orange lettering. The keychain clips are silver. The background surface appears to be a soft, golden-brown fabric.
    A colorful display at a vendor booth featuring various cartoon-themed merchandise. There are acrylic standees, vibrant stickers, keychains, and plush toys. The standees and stickers depict playful animal characters in imaginative designs. A sign lists prices: Standees $30, Stickers $5 each or 4 for $15, and L
    A person holds a colorful pin with a cartoon dragon dressed as a mail carrier, featuring a bag and goggles, against a sky-blue background. The words Special Delivery are written above the dragon. In the background, a table is scattered with various art supplies, including pens, markers, and additional stickers of cartoon characters. A striped pencil case is
    A person is wearing an orange and white fox costume, complete with a fuzzy hat and large ears. The costume includes detailed face markings and a realistic snout. They are inside a convention hall with round tables and chairs, and other attendees are visible in the background. The person is wearing a shirt with an illustration, and a lanyard with badges
    The image shows a colorful collection of various stickers on a background with different shades. In the center, a prominent sticker displays BAN OTTERS with a red crossed-out sign over a cartoon otter face. Surrounding it are multiple other stickers depicting cartoon characters, including animals and anthropomorphic figures, some dressed in suits. Different styles and themes are
    A merchandise display at a convention features colorful goods. On the left is a black T-shirt with a vibrant, neon design of a cat. In the center, two pin banners are on display: one with an illustration of a corgi and a pastel rainbow background, priced at $25, and another depicting colorful balloon animals against a blue sky, priced
    The image shows a life-size standee of a cartoon-style anthropomorphic dog character wearing a blue space-themed jumpsuit with patches of a planet and a shuttle. The dog has black and orange fur with white accents and is striking a relaxed pose with one paw raised, as if waving. The scene is set in a spacious indoor area with modern ceiling lights
    A white printer adorned with colorful stickers featuring various cartoon and animal characters. The stickers include drawings of anthropomorphic creatures, such as a playful fox, a rainbow-striped dog, a dragon, and a wolf. One sticker has the text Bluey with a cartoon wolf, while another features a paw print. The printer has a small touchscreen display and
    A person in a colorful, fluffy tiger costume with prominent eyes poses beside another person wearing glasses, a blue cap, and a pink shirt. The costume is light blue with various cute patterns, including stars and rainbows. The person in the costume is making a playful gesture with their paw to their cheek. The person beside them has a pink lany
    A close-up image of a person wearing a colorful graphic t-shirt with a cartoon design. They are holding a large badge featuring an illustration of a smiling cartoon animal in a lifeguard chair, with the name OMIER in bold letters. Attached to the badge is a lanyard with smaller attendee cards. Another person in a different graphic
    A person stands next to someone in a detailed orange and cream anthropomorphic fox costume, which features a cowboy hat, a red bandana, and large paw gloves. The costumed individual is posing playfully with one paw raised. The person beside them has pink hair and glasses, wearing a black shirt with white and blue graphics, light gray shorts,
    A colorful display shows pet harnesses with a sign promoting a trivia event at the House of Pounce on Sunday night. The sign invites participants to answer trivia for a chance to win a Blue Wolf service animal harness, mentioning No purchase needed! It features a cartoon drawing of an excited wolf with exaggerated features, accompanied by words like WOW,
    A collection of themed convention items is displayed on a marble surface. There are various colorful patches featuring cartoon animal characters, such as a raccoon in a chef outfit holding utensils, and another character in vibrant, playful poses. A red card shows a maze with illustrations of bears. A convention badge with the name BowieBarks titled House
    A person with pink hair and glasses holds a decorative fan partially in front of their face. The fan features an illustration of two anthropomorphic mice in traditional clothing, sitting calmly in a serene landscape with trees and mountains. The person is wearing a black shirt and has their nails painted in metallic colors. The background is a plain, neutral-colored wall.
    A spacious convention hall filled with attendees exploring various vendor booths lined up on both sides. Each booth displays colorful merchandise such as clothing, art prints, and plush toys. The ceiling is adorned with bright, geometric light fixtures, and decorative stained-glass windows enhance the warm lighting. People of different ages are browsing the stalls, some stopping to chat with vendors
    A bustling convention hall filled with colorful merchandise and attendees. Various stalls display an array of items, including T-shirts, plush toys, framed artwork, and magnets. The ceiling is adorned with yellow, geometric light fixtures. People are browsing the booths, with some wearing vibrant shirts and carrying backpacks. Signage is visible, advertising prices and products like hand-painted
    A person stands indoors wearing a colorful, animal-themed mask with large eyes, a happy expression, and a sweat drop on one side. They are dressed in a white and black T-shirt featuring a cartoon dog and text, and have a bright lanyard around their neck. Attached to the lanyard is a large, decorative badge with an illustration
    A hand is holding a circular patch with an orange border and text reading Service Otter. The patch features a medical symbol with a snake wrapped around a staff. In the background, there's a backpack adorned with another orange patch depicting a cartoon otter giving a thumbs-up, with the words Otterly Gay on it. The patches are
    A fluffy pink stuffed animal resembling a fox is seated against a neutral background. It wears a colorful collar and a red and black checkered outfit with white paw prints. The outfit is decorated with several stickers and pins, including cartoon foxes and a rainbow paw print. A sticker at the base says, Thanks, it's the pawtism, featuring
    A person is holding a collection of badges and tags. One card features a simple drawing and text reading Otter, followed by humorous descriptions: Pretty rock go in pocket, Stay slide, and Chirp chirp, bark bark. Another tag displays a cartoon otter with a teal border and a playful expression. The person is wearing
    A person is wearing an elaborate owl costume at a convention. The costume features large, detailed wings with a brown, white, and red pattern, resembling feathers. The owl head has expressive eyes and a yellow beak. The person stands with their wings spread, showcasing the intricate design. The background shows a busy convention hall with various tables covered in light
    A person in a white and blue bird costume poses playfully in a convention center hallway. The costume has large wings, green eyes, and a pink accent on the head. The character wears a belt and brown boots with a patterned floor beneath. People in casual clothing walk or stand in the background, and escalators are visible on the right, with

  • Wanting to Learn, for Fun and Profit

    I regularly keep and update a list of goals that I want to achieve. A number of these goals are the same kinds of things that everyone wants: a healthier body, deeper relationships with others, more financial stability, etc.

    But there are plenty of goals that involve learning. For instance, a few tech related things that I’ve wanted to learn or improve my abilities in:

    • Build Tools: to manage my web dev projects. Like actually understanding a bit of how things like npm and composer are working and not just running commands.
    • Laravel: I am working on a personal project that I’m very excited about, and I’ve been getting coaching on using Laravel. Plus, I’ve been asked about my skills with it for paid work, and it’d be nice to have that additional option.
    • Mobile App Development: There are several mobile app ideas that I have had in mind for a while. Including the one that I’m starting to build in Laravel! But I know that not everything is going to be as easy to make in a platform like that.

    Outside of tech though, I want to learn more things for myself. I love the idea of having more skills that I can whip out at a moment’s notice. It’s

    • Cooking: I like to cook, but could stand to have a few more recipes just in my head and ready to go.
    • 3D Modeling: I have a 3D printer, I love to paint minis, and I want to make my own to make things like fursona prints for my partners and friends.
    • Time Management: With the many things that I’m listening, I want to actually get better about using things like Time Blocking and Pomodoro. Knowing is one thing. Doing is another.

    And some of these skills are completely unnecessary in life, but just fun things for myself. They seem almost silly to share, but that’s the point. Life is silly! Having fun is just as necessary as having competency.

    So with that in mind, here’s a few things that I want to practice just for my own wants:

    • Juggling: I very briefly was able to juggle three balls at once a few times, and I’d like to get this physical skill back. Wouldn’t it be cool to whip out some balls to play with? 😜
    • Singing: I took vocal lessons when I was younger, mainly for accent training. The biggest thing that I took away from it was diaphragmatic breathing, which has helped me when it comes to running as well. I guess I just wanna have what I hear in my head more closely match what comes out of my mouth. Maybe that should be a goal for public speaking too… 😅
    • American Sign Language: I think that this comes from wanting to be more helpful in general. I only know a few words, and I want to at least be able to do basic non-verbal communication. You know, that thing that I already am bad at 😔

    This isn’t any sort of promise to do these in a timely fashion. I’m just trying to put some of my thinking publicly. It’d be nice to set some habits though!

  • Megaplex 2024

    Megaplex 2024

    This post isn’t complete, but I want to put something in my newsletter!

    One of the things that was a wonderful surprise for me was how I did at Artist Alley! I had been preparing so many things for my shop, Barks’ Cafe, and much of that was because I talked myself into booking slots there to sell my merch. I think that I needed that push to get as much done as I did.

    I sold a fair amount of stickers and buttons, and I was so thankful that people stopped by my table at all that most everyone was getting several freebies to go along with their purchases. This is the first time that I’ve ever done this, and I’ve already got notes for how I’ll make it better in the future.

    I took a ton of pictures, and am sharing some of my favorites here as usual.

    See you next year, Megaplex!

    Fursuit Funtimes

    Other Fun Things Spotted

  • Devlog: 27 June – 3 July 2024

    😅🤣😜😔💝😊🙂😝🎶

  • FurSquared 2024

    FurSquared 2024

    Last weekend I attended FurSquared 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The final attendance count was 1,790, which is about a 50% increase in attendance over 2023. The convention charity raised $17,420.69 (nice) for the Humane Animal Welfare Society.

    This was a wonderful weekend overall for me. I feel bad that some of the folks that I was with were feeling sick, but am admittedly thankful that I stopped being sick the week prior, and my mental health was overall well during the event.

    I met lots of great new folks, got gifts for friends and partners, and got to spend time with some friends that I don’t get to see much outside of cons. It was my first time attending FurSquared, but I’d gladly do so again for the great vibe that it had. Plus I got to walk around in snow!

    As is becoming standard now, here’s a gallery of some of my favorite photos that I took this year, from fursuits to various merch to random fun things. Enjoy!

    Floofy Fursuits

    Marvelous Merch

    Much Misc

  • MFF 2023 Recap

    MFF 2023 Recap

    Alright, so this was the big one! No seriously, Midwest Furfest 2023 had a record attendance of 15,547 attendees who actually checked in over the weekend. It definitely felt crowded at times! But it was also really cool to see folks there for the con all over town, and even on the way to Chicago from Orlando.

    There were so many highlights it would be hard to list them all out. Admittedly there were some low points too, but nothing that would stop me from attending a con again. There are just too many friendly floofs there 🥰

    I did a bit of a recap in my belated vlog, which you can catch on my YouTube channel.

    I also took a ton of photos, and apologize in advance for the 35mb of already compressed images that you’re getting 😅

    Fabulous Fursuits!

    Artist Alley & Dealers Den

    Just like… other fun stuff!

  • Aquatifur 2023 Was a Blast!

    Aquatifur 2023 Was a Blast!

    I had a great time at Aquatifur this year, a furry convention that takes place at a water park resort in Wisconsin Dells. I made some new friends and had a really relaxing time.

    I ended up talking about it a bit in my weekly vlog, and even there I left out so many weekend highlights.

    I also took lots of pictures! It was a very colorful event, and I took far more than I could share here. I love that it was around Halloween, and that they leaned into some theming around that, with suiters going beyond their fursuits to do a costume contest as well.

    I’d gladly go back to this con!

  • Photo Tour of Rochester and NYC 2023

    Photo Tour of Rochester and NYC 2023

    On 29 September 2023 I went to the Strong Museum of Play with my partner and friends. It was amazing! I absolutely recommend spending a day there if you are in Rochester, NY.

    On 30 September 2023 I attended WordCamp Rochester and spoke on starting your own newsletter. The event was a lot of fun catching up with WordPress friends in a smaller, more intimate environment. I also saw a few other presentations and a wonderful keynote by Nyasha Green.

    The following few days, from 1-3 October 2023 my husband and other partner joined us in NYC where we had a mini vacation. We went to several parks, got lots of good food, and I bought way to many books 😅

    Here’s a dump of parts of our trip, with almost too many that I liked to choose which to share 💝

    A storefront window for a business called The Pawsitive Cafe in Rochester, NY. There is a progress pride flag in the window, lots of paw prints, and two cats standing in the window looking toward the camera.
    A taxidermied coyote looking up with it's mouth open in the window of a cafe. You can see david taking the photo in the reflection of the window.
    A blue house with a white staircase, porch, and door. The house is a business and has a sign in front of it that says The Owl House Food & Drink.
    A view of a colorful square and circle glass window at the Strong Museum of Play. The large window is in the shape of an egg
    A glass display case that reads, "This display of items from the Jim Crow era includes racist imagery and language." in a room with a variety of black dolls and doll making displays
    The inside of the Strong Museum of Play with light coming in through colored glass, including trans coloring
    Covers of two comics, Giant Size X-Men #1 and Iron Man with the text, "In the morning Tony Stark will be sober or dead"
    david lying down on the floor in a display that is meant to look like the side of a building, with part of the Rochester skyline in the background
    An Atari electronic gaming device that says "Touch Me"
    Statues in the Strong Museum of Play Hasbro statue garden. The statues are of Scrabble tiles spelling the word "PLAY", Trivial Pursuit pieces, and a large Tiamat from Dungeons and Dragons
    A large Monopoly board portion, dog play piece, and hotel play piece in the Hasbro statue garden at the Strong Museum of Play
    A close-up of the Tiamat statue at the Strong Museum of play, mainly showing the red center dragon head and claws over a pedestal
    Prints of the video games Dragon Age Inquisition and Little Big Planet
    A print of a scene in the video game Journey
    A display of board games from the 1990s and 2000s
    A display of video game consoles from the 1970s
    A display of video game consoles from the 1990s
    david standing in a display of "Toy of the Year" posing for the camera at the Strong Museum of Play
    Large cubist paintings of Kratos and Crash Bandicoot, as well as large statues of Master Chief and Link at the Strong Museum of Play
    A display of video games on large screens at the Strong Museum of Play
    An interactive display of the game Retro Raccoons
    an interactive oversized game of Pong on a faux retro television being played with a large game paddle
    A room of interactive video games at the Strong Museum of Play with people playing games at pedestals on large projector screens
    A person playing an oversized arcade game of Donkey Kong at the Strong Museum of Play
    a mural of a person and various animals getting coffee at Ugly Duck Coffee in Rochester, NY
    A sign that reads "Welcome to WordCamp Rochester"
    Nyasha Green giving a keynote at WordCamp Rochester, with the title, "Charity Begins at Home, Why Communities are Stronger Together"
    Nyasha Green giving a keynote at WordCamp Rochester, with the text "Ways to build a stronger community"
    Nick Adams giving the presentation "Your Sales Page Sucks" at WordCamp Rochester 2023
    Two storefronts, including Ugly Duck Coffee in Rochester, NY
    The sign for Ugly Duck Coffee in Rochester, NY, with a hand with purple painted nails holding a ginger beer espresso drink in the foreground
    A lion statue with a WordCamp Rochester badge on it that has the name Leo writen
    A selfie of david standing in front of a podium and projector at WordCamp Rochester 2023, with the slide for "Start Your Own Newsletter Today!"
    david and partners standing next to a large Totoro plush in Kinokuniya in NYC
    david and Timothy posing in front of a Bowser statue in the Nintendo World Store in NYC
    david's partners standing behind a Link statue at the Nintendo World Store in NYC
    A chalkboard sign for the Bureau of General Services Queer Division in NYC
    A display of queer books and comics for kids at Bureau of General Services Queer Division in NYC
    A display of books and comics and artwork at Bureau of General Services Queer Division in NYC
    A display of prints and book boxes at Bureau of General Services Queer Division in NYC
    A piece of street art on a wall that shows mainly cat characters and one doge in NYC
    A volunteer passing out stickers and pins, as well as showing guest check-in at a table for the SAG-AFTRA strike Day 81
    street art of a raccoon holding up a sign that says We Heart NYC
    A selfie of david and their husband kissing their cheek. david is holding their palm up to look like they are holding the Statue of Liberty in the background
    A selfie of david and their partners standing on a pier with Jersey City in the background
    Timothy and Sebastian posing for the camera with One World Trade Center in the background
    A view from the interior of the WTC subway station in NYC, showing the interior of the whale tail design
    train tracks covered with plants and trees at the Highline in NYC
    Timothy and Shooshy walking on the Highline in NYC with interesting buildings in front of them
    the street in NYC showing some buildings, a bus, and some people walking
    The entrance to The High Line Hotel with hundreds of flowers surrounding the arched entryway
    A small sculpture of an octopus holding onto a stop sign post in NYC
    Timothy sitting on a large rock, looking toward the camera in Central Park in NYC
    The statue of Balto in Central Park in NYC with the sun in the background
    david sitting next to the statue of Balto in Central Park in NYC
    Timothy, Shooshy, and Sebastian walking up steps away from the camera in Central Park in NYC
    Timothy and Shooshy standing behind some vining plants under a terrace in Central Park in NYC
    A statue on a fountain filled with water and water plants in Central Park in NYC
    Shooshy feeding pigeons near a statue in Central Park in NYC
    stickers of a dog head on the backs of crosswalk lights in NYC

    I also recorded a vlog about the trip, mainly showcasing books though 📚🤓

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