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Been Forever!

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I haven't really done much with my DA in a long time. Save for updating here and there; once in a blue moon.

Besides college keeping me from updating (final term coming up then I get a BS, whoo!), I haven't been in great spirits to be on this site. There's been so many changes (on the website and the community) that I'm in this mindset where I don't bother keeping up to date with what's happening. I miss how the system of this website worked when I first got started. That and along with general complaints about DA I've heard from fellow artists and friends on and off campus, I haven't been feeling the urge to invest my time or art on DA.

With that being said, I've been debating about deleting my account lately. However its been refreshing for me to come back and look at all my old artwork and see how I have progressed over the years. Plus there's still many talented and wonderful artists on here whom I admire that I'd very much like to keep track of. 

I think before I decide for certain if deleting is the route I want to go on, I'm going to revamp my gallery. Take out a lot of art that isn't needed anymore and update things with my most recent work. If I'm not satisfied with that, then I'm certain I'll kiss this account goodbye. 

Well, I've missed a lot of you guys! Hope you're all still doing good with your lives and what not! 
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Hello good pals of DA-

This is probably one of the toughest summers I have had. It seems like summer is passing on too fast, and while that is happening so are other life events that aren't that great. Still am trying to hang in there, it's been a rough year all in all. I was hoping that summer would be a good time for recovery and a good time to take care of things that I love such as art but alas I find myself more and more concerned about finding work, taking care of bills and what not compared to it. Don't get me wrong, I am not going to be giving up on art but sadly it has taken a bit of a step back thanks to life in general.

Well in some previous journal entries, I was about to be thrown out of my house but that has been postponed due to a family crisis. So I am not all too worried about that now, still would like to move out but it's taking longer than expected. I really don't know what to feel right now, I feel contentment, restless, and some other mixed/complicated emotions as of late. I guess like I said earlier, I feel like everything is going by too fast and there is not enough break time in between major issues that have come up. It literally has been one thing after the other for me.

Also I have felt a huge nostalgia trip recently while looking up old work on DA.

Some of my friends on DA and many others I haven't spoken to in a long time. Kind of made me sad especially after seeing some of the wonderful art they dedicated to me long ago. I guess I just want to get back into the swing of things on DA, even if it's just for this month and part of next month. I want to reconnect with people again, and feel like I am part of the community because lately I feel like I haven't been. DA was my home away from home, and I want to go back to it.

Birthday will be coming up the 15th and I will be turning 20. Yep, the big one. 20. I got mixed feelings about that to. I just hope this year my birthday ends up being a good one. I have to say it kind of sucks being an August baby because it's like HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NOW NEXT MONTH IS  SCHOOL! I don't even want to think about college right now :P I love it, but at the same time I hate it. Then again this is just community college. I hope the university turns out to have more in store for me.

I've been doing more paintings recently and trying to hone in some new skills. I've been writing whenever I get the time to since I got a ton of story ideas that hit me during the spring term at college. Plus trying to get better at comics is a plus. I draw dragons and other reptile stuff a lot but I am really dead set on trying to draw people more. I figure if I can get that down, then I am golden. Also it's a good challenge and I haven't really had one lately.

I don't mean to make anyone depressed with this. I am actually quite content right now, just hoping that all this mixed bag of emotions and what not is just a phase right now. I am sure things will get better; it just likes to take its sweet time.

Lastly, finally told my boyfriend of 5 years that I love anime guys. He is totally cool with it, and here I was balling my eyes out thinking the man was going to break up with me just because I happen to be in love with fictional men. I guess there is irony/humor for you :lmao: Here is the complete scenario:

BF: You need to finally come out with this secret you have been keeping from me for the last 5 years. Now tell me, do you or do you not love anime guys?

Me: :crying: YES I DO!! I AM SORRY!! I KNOW ITS WEIRD BUT I CAN'T HELP IT!!

BF: ….that is it?! XD :rofl:

Me: By the way, I am in love with Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez …sue me…:smoking:

BF: O.O;

There ya go, some humor on the side of this somewhat depressing journal entry. Anyhow, got to run but I hope to talk with you all again! And thank you to those of you who have been with me since day one.

YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD DINOSAUR,
Jay




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Avengers are awesome, so what the heck? Might as well do something fun with it!

Tony Stark/ Iron Man
[ ] You like booze
[x] You are the life of the party
[x] You love gadgets
[] You can be rather cocky
[x] Your favorite colour is red or gold
[x] You're good with computers
[x] You use sarcasm a lot  
[x] You love getting attention
[x] You're good at mechanics
[x] You have issues with your parents

8 For Tony


Dr. Bruce Banner/ The Hulk
[ ] You're good at science  
[x] You can get very aggressive when ticked off
[ ] You like to be secluded most of the time
[x] You like wearing baggy clothes
[x] You like to meditate
[x] You like doing science experiments
[x] You try to avoid getting into fights
[ ] You like wearing purple things
[x] You're clever
[ ] Your favorite colour is green

6 For The Hulk


Thor
[x] You're good with a hammer [x] You like coffee
[x] You can eat a truckload of food and still be hungry  
[ ] You can be arrogant
[x] You have long hair
[x] You have an interest in astrology
[ ] You can get sulky when things don't go your way
[x ] You're willing to take a fall for someone else
[x] You like to dress up as fantasy characters  
[x ] You don't get on well with your sibling(s)

7 For Thor


Steve Rogers/Captain America
[x] You like helping those in need in any way you can
[x] You hate bullies
[x] You're a great leader
[x] You're a bit of a do-gooder
[x] One of your favorite colour is red, white or blue
[ ] You like wearing things with stars on them
[ ] You strongly admire the army
[ ] You have a good throwing arm
[ ] You like war films
[ ] You're good at running

5 For Captain America


Colonel Nick Fury
[x] You like wearing long coats
[ ] You're good at organizing things
[x] You're good at being in the loop
[x] You like guns
[x ] You're good at giving information to people
[x] You like giving solutions to peoples problems
[ ] You like eyepatches
[x] You work best as part of a team
[ ] You like beards
[x] You like wearing black things

7 For Nick


Natasha Romanov/ Black Widow
[x] You like wearing tight clothes
[x] You can do martial arts
[x] You're interested in the world of spies
[ ] You have red hair
[ ] You're quite agile
[ ] People generally don't know much about the real you
[ ] You like to make yourself look good
[x] You can speak another language
[ ] You're good at taking orders
[ ] You were born in a different country to the one you are living in now

4 For Black Widow


Clint Barton/ Hawkeye
[ ] You're very good at archery
[ ] You currently like or love someone on your team
[ ] You like to wear purple and black
[x] You're very good at aiming
[ ] You've worked at the carnival
[x] You like working in a team
[x] You're up for almost anything thrown at you
[ ] You'd be a top assassin if you ever took the job
[ ] You're quiet
[x] You tend to get along with people well

4 For Hawkeye


Loki
[x] You want to be a great leader  
[x] You want to prove something
[ ] You're the younger sibling
[x] You've been/are overshadowed by a sibling
[x] You don't get along so great with your sibling
[x] You're good at lying  
[ ] You're adopted
[x] You're very clever
[x] You are able to manipulate people well  
[ ] Your favorite color is green or gold

7 For Loki

Well folks, it looks like I am more of a Tony Stark kind of gal. Awesome sauce!


YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD DINOSAUR,
Jay




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Greetings fellow humans--

I swear I have no life anymore just about. College has been draining but the good thing is that after Wednesday of of next week I will be free during the summer. Which means more art, more job opportunities, and hopefully a better start to a more fruitful future.

I entered the DA cubism contest and so far I am so amazed and blessed as to how many people love the work I did. If I got into the top 50 that would be amazing, and if I ended up winning the grand prize, all the money would be going to me getting out of my home right now. But truly, to everyone of my friends on here who has voted for me, left a comment, or even just looked at my piece, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

Here is the piece :thumb305410051:

I would still continue to like more feedback so if you guys have any suggestions or what not that would be great. If you vote, awesome but you don't have to :D

Now, onto the college tips...

For those that have known me for a while, and have read my earlier entries, well, I had to quit my job at the college. A lot of people have asked me why, how come, and if I have any regret. Well, first off I don't have regret and secondly even though this country has a terrible economy, your time, respect, integrity, and heart should not be disrespected nor should it be abused by people who consider themselves "higher than you".

Here are the simple rules when dealing with a bad job:

1. GET OUT OF DODGE
There may come a time where you have a job you severely dislike and you may have to keep it for a while just to make a living. But know this, when it gets to a point where your suffering emotionally, physically, and above all us psychologically then you need to quit, just flat out quit. True, its hard to come by jobs but a job is not worth you ending up sick, stressed, or even suffering from other ailments. Not to mention if work stress related events also affect family life, it gets depressing.

2. WHAT IF I GET RIDICULED?
So what? It is your life, no one elses. Just because someone may say they would regret quitting a low end job/terrible one doesn't mean that you should. You got to protect you, and know what is right for you. Quit if you have had enough disrespect, and only keep the job if you feel like you can take it.

3. I AM SCARED I WON'T FIND ANYTHING ELSE...
True, very true. In this day and age many people going to college and what not are scared for the future that if they can't get jobs at all then they can't live out the dream of owning a home, raising a family etc. If you need to quit, or if you get fired know that there are other jobs out there for you, it may not seem like it but at some point it will come to you or you will come to it. Don't lose hope, and don't lose faith in yourself as a worker.

Be strong, be independent, stand your ground. Show the work place that you have what it takes to take on the challenges of this world.

4. IMPORTANT TIP/I'M THINKING ABOUT IT....
If you are currently in a job you despise, whenever you get time off go try to find another job. You will still be getting paid at the job you hold, and potentially making a good career move outside of all the mess you may be dealing with. Who knows, you may find a new job sooner than you think. Also talk with locals at cafes, the employment center etc. you never know what you may find.

LASTLY..

It's hard to explain my situation with my previous job. But I know deep in my heart, despite the risks, and despite the pressure, I had to end my service at the college. I have many reasons besides for just students yelling at me on a constant basis, and that primarily wasn't the reason I decided to get out.

I quit on April. 30th and I am still looking for a job myself. Its been tough juggling college and trying to find time to find something decent, but I know that as long as I keep my faith up it will come to me.

Be brave everyone, and I hope that the rest of the week treats you well.

YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD DINOSAUR,
Jay




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Hello Compardres--

Last three weeks have been a nightmare. Grandmother in and out of the hospital, college work piling up to where I have to stay up till 2:00 in the morning just to get things done, and work kicking my ass. I really am thinking, well, what could be worse now? LOL! Seriously though, I've been super stressed and the last two days have finally been my most happy in a long time...I think my grandmother though might have less than a year to live now, so its been getting to be a huge concern along with other family issues.

Anyhow, I promised a college tip journal, so instead of me ranting on how much my life is hitting a rock lets get on with it!

College Tip: The "Little" Things

When you get into college, besides for a heap of stress, and a total new outlook on life as you know it you may come across a habit I like to call "little things". In Layman's Terms it basically means that you tend to do some bad habits just out of habit even though you have graduated from high school. (Probably didn't make much sense there, but that is the best I can describe it).

Now if you don't have any bad habits, nor never have during your high school career, you may gain some of these during college. Especially within the first two years or so. You may be suffering from "the little things" syndrome if you have the following:

1. Too spendy: You spend too much money on little unimportant things that may cause a huge hole in your wallet to form. That or you feel a compulsive urge to shop a lot when the money should be going towards education and/or whatever important expenses you may have.

2. Too Critical: As you enter the adult world or plane of existence, you may find yourself being overcritical about things whether it be you, friends, or teachers. Little tiny hints of emotion and/or habits from others may bother you and will thus cause you more stress.

3. You Feel Lost: Meaning, you feel lost in life. Everything seems to drive you up a wall, even your own thoughts at times because you don't know what you want in life therefore you concentrate too much on the little negative things going on that you can't see the brighter picture.

These are just a few examples of what the "little thing" syndrome is, and sadly, I myself have suffered from them. Adulthood, and entering college gives you a lot of freedom, but be cautioned though that with this freedom comes a great deal of responsibility (unless your a Narwhal then you are excused) so preparation for this may save you not only from yourself, but also will level out the playing field when it comes to college and stress.

Here are some tips to help you out if you may be suffering from this:

1. Get Active: I know a lot of people love to shove this lovely fruit pie down your throat, but the more you exercise the better you are going to feel. All humans have natural stress, and modern society packs on a heap more than what we use to feel when we had sideburns, hunted mammoths, and ran with neanderthals. Exercise is key to burning out stress because once the hormone in your brain goes off for stress, the flight or fight response occurs and you have to get rid of that energy you feel or it will hurt your body in the long haul. (I am already feeling it...if my school had a better education system with coping with stress, I would be cool..)

2. Get Creative: Do what pleases you, if its a hobby or a craft get into the mood and do it. Doing something that makes you feel good and at peace with yourself is always the best medicine (besides for two shots of techiquila..XD Joking!)

3. Get Social: Now, I don't mean Facebook or any of that other stuff. I mean actually get together with your friends or close ones that you care about and do something together. Go watch a movie, go bowling, do whatever. Get yourself a social life if possible, it heals a lot of wounds your mind goes through.

All in all, JUST GET OUT AND GET A LIFE!! College may be stressful, and sure, it eats up a huge portion of ones time and energy but if you can at least allow yourself to indulge in the simple pleasures of life the better off your going to be, and the better off you are going to feel. Also, you won't have "the little things" bother you in the long haul.

That is it for my rant fest! Take care, hope your all doing good!







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