Furries!

[heath]

I'm here in the coffee shop again, as usual for most afternoons. Given that it's Thursday, the furries are starting to gather. One unfortunate fact that I've recently learned is that Thursday is a national day of gathering for the furries. These particular furries were recently kicked out by the surly barista, but after writing a passionate

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[sultansfavorite]

Oh, and what are "furries"? People's animals?

[heath]

People that fantasize about being anthropomorphic animals. In my experience they're like a group of D&D folks that like to dress up like animals and have sex with one another.

[sultansfavorite]

Oh no, you're kidding me! Looks like that particular fad hasn't made it to Chicago.

Although a friend who lives in Tokyo has reported sightings of people in actual large animal costumes - is that what the CA variety does as well?

[heath]

It's not really a fad so much as an established form of sexual deviancy. Though any furry would tell you it's not about the sex. I'm sure there are some in Chicago, I just doubt there as open about it in public. If you like, I'm sure I can find you a group that you can visit.

Actual large animal costumes are sometimes worn, very likely at conventions.

[sultansfavorite]

Hmm, nah. I'll pass. I don't need anymore specialized outfits or weird hobbies. *grins*