Yo · 2:20pm Mar 19th, 2020
Sup, been a while, hasn't it? Well, COVID has left me with some time to spare, and I thought I'd stop by and check-in. How's it been around here? Things look to be running as usual. The cringe Anthro/humanize feature box being the first thing I noticed.
Anyway. How have I been? Eh, could be better. Just been focusing on my health. Funny considering the state of the world. Have I been writing? Not really, I mostly gave it up. I've started working on some commissions that I intend to finish, but it's slow going.
Writing aside, I've been trying my hand at drawing more. As a perfectionist, progress is agonizingly slow, and as a depressive, it might as well be nonexistent. Though I'm trying and that's the most I can ask for.
Will I be returning? I'll be honest. I've thought about it. As much as writing pains me, I can't deny that it's something I want to do. I've been giving a lot of thought on what I would do if I returned, what I would write, how I'd interact with the community, stuff like that.
Would I open a Patreon again? Most likely not. It was stressful. I know those who donated did so not expecting anything, but I felt it was required. Sure, I didn't get much, but it meant a lot to me. I may consider something like "Ko-fi," as it's purely a donation site.
Would I continue where I left off? Probably. I would return to making chapters every few months or longer. When I used to make things at my own pace, it wasn't as stressful, and I felt what I posted was just how I wanted it.
Would I do something else? That would be the goal. I want to branch out into things outside of MLP. Original universes of all types. Fantasy, horror, etc. Though I'm unsure to what extent but I do intend to make use of my "Archive of our own" profile.
So, yeah. I'm thinking about a lot of stuff right now, and with this virus thing going around, it may just be the thing that brings me back. We'll see — either way. Stay safe out there, everyone.
It was nice to see you again.
Returning or not, it’s great to see you again, stay safe out there.
Welcome back, good to see you in good health.
Nothing spectaculary new here, outside of reawokening of some long dead writers in last months.
Funny thing is, that I'm just rereading your "How many..." trilogy.
ooh! You had coronavirus?
It's awesome to see you, man! one of the best writers has come back to bless us with his gift!
But seriously, it's good to see you okay. I'll be looking forward on what you have in store for us!
Good to see you again my friend. You just keep being you.
The lord speaks! Looking forward to possibly having you back. Stay safe.
Cool to see you're doing okay. It'd be sweet if you did start writing here again, but no pressure.
Good to see you bro. If you do come back then that is cool. If not then it's ok.
Man... seeing your avatar woke me up instantly. Just saying that your story is still my absolute #1 and I'd pay more to see a few more chapters.
I second the donation option.
Of course you're entitled to do anything and at any pace you like. Never been different.
Glad to have you back. Today's been a good day :)
I'm delighted to see you again no matter what you decide to do. I hope you return to writing of course but do so at your leisure and enjoyment.
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Thank you for your support. It's nice knowing that I have so many supporters on my side. The first thing I'll be focusing on is a commission I've put to the wayside for too long. After that, I'll heavily consider my options and move forward from there.
I want to make sure I do things right this time. Keep myself from being burnt out and overall happy with what I create. I also intend to not engage with negative comments, as all that did was weigh me down over time. So, yeah, lots of stuff to think about. Lol.
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No, I didn't get the Coronavirus. My area is just doing quarantine atm. So there's not much to do.
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Your welcome pal. Now that you have a action plan set out just in case you come back. I think it will be better. Also nice to hear you getting your backlog of work all worked out at least.
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Well, we did say we would be waiting for you here if you ever returned.
My favorite author is back!
This made my day
good to see you are in good health.
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This guy stole my thoughts.
Oh dope! Welcome back man.
I had to go check because I thought you were saying we have a new feature box. Having the main groups I frequent bookmarked, I rarely see the front page anymore. So it was possible.
Welcome back!
Wow, it's nice to see you again man, wasn't expecting it but I'm glad. The virus has given a lot of free time to a lot of us too lol, can't wait to see what you got up your sleeve
good to see youre back. You're one of the artists who inspired me to write my own story here. And I'm thankful for that.