Taking the Plunge

[life_of_eden]

I don't know about the rest of all you creative types out there in Intarnetzland, but sometimes, there are moments when you feel like you're standing at a crossroads and the edge of a cliff at the same time. And it doesn't really matter what direction you choose, just so long as you PICK ONE

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[carnivalbrocade]

I think one of the most interesting things I've read lately is something Neil Gaiman signed in a book for somebody: "Dream dangerously." And that's what we creative types do, isn't it? Because there are never any guarantees. Sure, we could be doctors or lawyers or even bloody accountants, but security doesn't always feel fulfilling, and certainly not for either of us.

And you're right. I am like you. Too like you, maybe, in that I was 'talented', too, and took one hit and fell. And I'm hoping that I can continue to follow your footsteps and struggle my way back again, because that's something that you've managed to do. And I'm proud of you for that. ♥

I have no doubt you'll succeed because I know you.

[life_of_eden]

*snuggles and hugs* ♥ ♥ ♥

I know you'll be okay, dear. You've just got to find your groove. And while the realist in me clings to the mantra "Nothing is certain," I think it's okay to also believe that some things are almost 'a sure thing.' So here's to both of us being, if not wildly and internationally successful, then at least personally successful and happy :3

[carnivalbrocade]

So here's to both of us being, if not wildly and internationally successful, then at least personally successful and happy :3

Speak for yourself! I'm shootin' for wildly and internationally successful, as well as married to one of the hottest guys in the history of mankind. ;P

More seriously, thank you. ♥ It's not always easy to believe in myself, but it helps that other people believe in me. *Choos*

[tragic_elegance]

I was wondering where you were at. Probably drawing like a maniac. ^_^

I can sympathize with you on the childhood talent syndrome. My problem now is that I have to realize that things take time. I'm so bad at planning long-term projects, and with a 20 page manga being one of them, it's hard to get through. (I prove it by only having gotten through one. -_-;) I am still trying!...

Are you still at Akron?

[life_of_eden]

Yup, still languishing at AkronU. And drawing like a maniac...well, yes that about covers it, though I think there's been a lot more mania than drawing XD; How's the coming semester looking for you?

[tragic_elegance]

It's looking pretty busy, but hopefully I can cram everything in. I'm getting more involved in theater, and I'm already in an improv group, but I should have time to plan. I only have one art class this semester, so I won't be too "drawn out", which sort of happened to me before.

[life_of_eden]

Sounds like fun! I'm only taking two classes this semester, Japanese and Life Drawing, so I can focus more on my illustration work. I'll be pretty busy with it for the next year or so, so I'm probably going to be part-time for a while. Guh. I'm never gonna graduate XD; One of my profs told me that as long as I OK it with administration, I can probably earn some credit on anything I do for publishing, since there is a lot of design work and graphic planning that goes into manga. A friend of mine who's a senior also told me to think about skipping some classes and jumping ahead.

[yaoikitten]

I can't wait to talk to you more about it Friday, <3

[life_of_eden]

*hugs* Yaaaaaaay!! You're coming to see meeeee~! ♥

Sorry I never responded to your email. I am a delinquent like that :D And I read about your dalmation .__. Well, I'm sure we'll have plenty to bitch about tomorrow ♥