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Perhaps I should tell people I’m an artist more often, if this is the kind of conversation that results. ^_^ Thank you both for sharing your thoughts. It’s not easy being honest like that, but I think that kind of open conversation is a is a dying art. To be honest, I think a lot of the rejection and alienation we encounter through life would be cured, or at least lessened, through that kind of openness. To see that we all carry wounds, it makes us one, and destroys the concept of “the other”.
Anyway, hopefully one day we’ll all be having philosophical conversations like this in Japanese! :)
As for Naruto, maybe I’ll just find a synopsis. Heh. But I’m also currently working my way through Inuyasha and Rurouni Kenshin because I originally watched them dubbed when I was in high school and there’s SO MUCH MORE GOING ON in the subbed versions. Plus I prefer the Japanese voice actors.
Anyway, cheers!
“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” ― John Muirhehe this conversation is just way too cool. I’m at work so I only have time for a quick reply, but I’m always really pleased to see this kind of conversation happening on forums/social media. It seems like everything has to be communicated via sound bites these days. Thanks for the vulnerability, both of you, and you’re welcome, Cimmik. :)
“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” ― John MuirHey there Cimmik,
Sorry it took me a bit to get back to you. My schedule is hectic! Of course I care. ;) I know what it’s like to feel unworthy and like you don’t measure up. I think that for most of my formative years I felt that about myself, to some degree. But at some point, and this is still a learning curve, but at some point in my early 20′s I decided that I liked who I was, despite the opinions of others. Those bullies from your past, the things they thought and said about you, that reflects on who they are, not on who YOU are intrinsically. If they are unable to see the good and the beauty of a fellow human being, there is a wound or an emotional disconnect in their own life that they need to work out. Love yourself, just the way you are. :)Also, I love Naruto! I haven’t made it through Shippuden though because… Deeeaaamn that series is forever long and it’s still going! Maybe I’ll just read the manga and skip all the filler episodes.
“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” ― John MuirAikibujin: I’m glad you enjoyed perusing! Kenshin is also one of my all time favorites. I was inspired to do those pieces after I stumbled across the live-action movie (which is fantastic, if you haven’t had the chance to see it!). I’m currently reading the manga. It’s always insightful to see what bits and pieces have been left out of the anime, how much broader the story is in the original medium.
I can empathize with your experience with art! The same thing almost stopped me in high school as well, but I feel that in college I was given a chance to recreate myself in an entirely new space… no expectations. That helped a lot. I understand the time element, though. There are so many wonderful things worth pursuing in this world!
Cimmik: Unfortunately I do not have an alternate web address. A web page is in the plans, though, so I you’d like I can let you know as soon as it’s been set up! Apologies for now. :( Perhaps I can post a few photos here on the forum for a taste? I’m not sure if that’s possible…
Matthew: How lovely to encounter a fellow Michigander around here! And whereabouts are you located in our fair snow-bound state? Welcome to Textfugu! :)
“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” ― John MuirHello Cimmik! ^_^
I’m an illustrator. I typically work with watercolor, ink, and colored pencil, although I’m venturing into the digital realm. I’ve also been known to dabble with ceramics.
Here’s a link to my Facebook artist page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kyria-Joy-Art/567400023367908
Feel free to peruse.
Cheers!
“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” ― John Muirありがとう!
Thanks for the links! I’m so excited to be a part of this community of linguistic adventurers. ^_^
“When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” ― John Muir
