Today is my 10-year Otaku-versary! I've never actively participated in an Internet community this long before. Sure, my DA and Facebook accounts are older, but I rarely ever use those. I was going to prepare a drawing for this occasion, but all I have is a sketch which I may never finish.
To be honest, I haven't been drawing or writing much. My job has taken a lot out of me. So has recovering from surgery (I'm almost finished!). I'm still scribbling now and again, though nothing really post-worthy. That hasn't kept me from lurking daily on theO.
Love you guys.
Just wanted to tell you guys that I've been out of the hospital for about a week. Things are going about as well as they can: my pain has been manageable and my strength is returning. The only things wrong are (a) I can't eat solid food for a few weeks, (b) I still can't drive, and (c) I feel kind of isolated and lonely because I haven't been able to go out much. At least I don't have to worry about physical therapy anymore.
I checked out a bunch of anime DVDs from my library's network, thinking I'd watch them in the hospital, but I didn't get to. I've been killing time with them post-discharge, though. (Elricz, if you're reading this, I haven't gotten to Blue Exorcist just yet. It's my first priority after I return those DVDs.)
One thing I'm very glad of is that I finally finished my demos! I haven't forgotten about the Challenge that I hosted prematurely in which the prize was my music that I hadn't finished recording. Now I can say that the rough demos are complete. So to the winners-- Lena, Usa (who I haven't seen around in FOREVER), and Judai-- would you like the demos or would you be willing to hold out for something more polished? Or would you like both?
The final thing I'd like to mention is that my 10-year Otakuversary is coming up in a few months. I want to draw a picture to celebrate, but I have no idea what it should be. Thoughts?
Guys, I'm going to have to go for emergency surgery soon, though I don't know when exactly. Just expect me to disappear for a little bit. I wanted to let you know because I consider you all my friends. Thanks for your understanding and support.
Update: Thank you for all the supportive comments. That means a lot to me. I don't have a date set yet as to when it'll happen. I just hope it doesn't conflict with Anime Central.
Update part deux: I saw the surgeon yesterday. He's giving me a choice between two surgical operations. He gave me the pros and cons of each. I just hope I make the right decision. Either option is going to be invasive, and I'll have to spend roughly a week in the hospital. No date has been set yet.
Update the Third: I have to see at least two more doctors next month for input on my procedure. My case is just that complicated. Also, gotta take some medical tests. Still no surgery date, or even an estimated date. I'm getting a bit impatient because being on a liquid/soft food diet is SUPER HARD. At least it's likely that I'll make it to ACen this year. I hope.
Update-4-All: I just came back from seeing my surgeon. The tentative date for my surgery is August 20. What all this hinges on is my being able to lose 10 to 20 pounds between now and then. Wish me luck.
5 golden updates: The tentative date was tentative for a reason. My surgery has been pushed back to October 1 because my surgeon wants me to lose even more weight. I have to spend FMA Day in the hospital. T_T
I'm to six-y for my update: My surgery date has been pushed back again! I don't know when it'll be now. It could be as soon as October 8 or as far away as December! At least I can sort-of enjoy FMA day.
Seven updates all around you: I kept meaning to tell you guys this, and now I finally have a bit of time to do so. My surgery is going to be on January 28. For realz this time. I've hit my target weight and everything. That means that my Secret Santa is getting their present a little bit earlier than everyone else.
Upd8: OK, so maybe it wasn't "for realz". My surgeon had to postpone AGAIN. This time it'll be February 11. At least, that's what I hope. I'm so frustrated! >_<+
As I mentioned in my previous post, I'll be going in for surgery in about two weeks. I'm looking to fill my time with anime and music while I recover.
First, let's talk anime. My main sources are Crunchyroll and Hulu. I'm also leeching off of my parents' Amazon Prime. Shh.... I do have a bunch of series queued up, but I don't know what to go with first. So if you suggest something that I'm already planning to watch, that's totally fine. I'll just move it up on my list.
In regards to music, I don't really care what you recommend, as long as it's not religious and/or country. Also, since I'll have a lot of downtime, I was wondering if you guys wanted me to start a new music World (click here for details). Depending on how good I feel, I just might.
I want to thank everyone who wished me a happy birthday, yesterday. Sorry I couldn't respond individually, and in a more prompt manner. I hope you all had a merry Christmas, or if you're like me, just a great day in general.
Love you guys!
