Need some advice

[Drago Strega]

I guess you're right..  I think I'll just stay in Wonderland and see what happens.   Btw Drago Strega, nice to meet you. To tell you the truth, I really like those cartoony fursuits (and other stuffg like tails and ears). If I had one, I'd probably ware it.

 That's cool, good for you, just in case we end up meeting, try warning me before hand if possible, that be awesome.  

And dont forgetm there arent just furries. THere is the otherkin. (Angels, Demons, Xenomorphs?) Not sure on the last one tho. And besides, if people cared what other people thought about all the bad rap for furries, then there would no longer be the fandom.

The reason why I didn't go into those specifics is because the subject is a suggestive generalization of the furry community from a single perspective, my perspective, to which is not perfect, reason for the generalization. For me to reason into going into such specifics, is like me listing different bird species when I'm just referancing the kingdom. Plus I'm pretty sure he gets at least the general idea from my story of what I'm saying cuz that's all that matters to me.
And I'm not certain of  your last statement... because if a certain group or community has bad rap,  and is still practiced, doesn't mean that there is an absense of people who care about what people think about it, because it's still a factor to be thought about when deciding on joining any specific group, cuz bad stuff can happen when not taken to consideration. People will always do what they want, regardless of lack of options, or bad rap, but that doesn't stop other people from being and doing horrible things. But just because people say certain things are bad, doesn't necessarily mean it's the end for it and people won't go and do it anyway. So in otherwords there would still be a fandom regardless if people cared or not. There are just too many people, too many individuals, with each their own perspective to base the world on. Best to assume everything and anything can happen, so to see the future and prepare for unpleasantries that may occur, while living as best you can before something does happen to you.

[BlueEyes]

Okay Veesmith. But I think it's a little more complicated than that.. I mean, I know there are furries near my country, but I still think I would have to go abroad to find a furmeet. Besides, I don't think I'm ready for such a thing yet. I think I'll just try to talk to some other furries online (for now) and get to know them (and myself) a little better.

I wasn't telling you to go out and find people in your area right now, of course. I wasn't comfortable with that three years ago when I joined the fandom, so I don't expect you to be either when you're just starting out. So yes, stick with the online stuff first and just ease into the rest as time goes on.

Okay, got it. Haven't chatted with anyone yet, gonna try it these days..

Post Merge: February 28, 2011, 08:34:44 AM  Don't worry Drago; It will probably be a long time before I get on of those (if I ever get one, that is..)..

[Drago Strega]

Post Merge: February 28, 2011, 08:34:44 AM  Don't worry Drago; It will probably be a long time before I get on of those (if I ever get one, that is..)..

  I'm sure you'll get one eventually, if you really like them enough. Or you can slowly make your own as your own project...this site gives a lot of cool ideas and tips on how to design your own suit. Though I might not like the gaint cartooned eyed fur suit designs, trying to make a realistic costume of a dragon would be awesome to attempt, plus it would be quite the challenge to make it as realistic as possible so I won't freak out myself whenever I see it or myself in the mirror. That would be quite sad, if that happened. Damn stupid phobias.
I have to download the pictures I drew. It is a bit overwhelming though, and will take a long time to create, but it will look awesome. If it turns out well, I could probably help influence others so I can actually hangout, without running away. That would be nice for a change.

[BlueEyes]

Thanks Drago. I'm no expert on fears and phobias, but I think if you just expose yourself to that fear little by little, you will eventually get over it. Thats how I got over my fear of height.. I'm sure you will do well on making your own suit one day; and I would like to see the pics you drew (if it's ok..)..

Well thank you again everyone. Like I said, it feels really nice to get such positive feedback.

[icy wolf]

for me beeing a furry is

1 a spiritual thing ( iam a thrian)
2 i like anrtho
3 i also call my self a furry
4 i accept people for who and what they are
5 i also use some furry words ( you dont need to use these to be one though)

what i consider a furry is

1 you like anrtho
2 you have a fursona
3 you call your self a furry
4 you accept people for who and what they are