http://search.deviantart.com/?q=by:Phoenixflysagain&section=today deviantART RSS for by:Phoenixflysagain en-us Copyright 2009, deviantART.com Mon, 21 Dec 2009 19:23:01 PST deviantART.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://s.deviantart.com/minish/widgets/apple-touch-icon-precomposed.png http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/28350418/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/28350418/ Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:05:32 PST
I have no camera, and managing/cleaning a Motel is a busy kinda job. Finally ordered some tattoo supplies to restock so I can do some more work.

BUT, I don't have a camera/scanner that will take clear pic of anything that I have done/do. So, don't expect anything from me till well after Christmas. My oldest kiddo managed to break the one I had by applying a magnet to it (yay!).

Clinton (my youngest) will be coming home this spring, so I gotta go get taught how to take care of him with all his various meds. and equipment. I'm relieved and scared about it, just because it's not like when I brought Terry home. Oh well, I'll get the hang of it I'm sure.

Hubby has been driving me crazy. He got laid off for the winter and is now collecting unemployment and forcing me to watch Law and Order and the History channel all day. *sigh*

But yeah, as soon as I get a camera, there will be new artings.

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/24542373/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/24542373/ Sat, 02 May 2009 04:54:06 PDT
- I owe drawings to:
Moonfeather - More specifically, my breeding pic from Ghede and Zohra from AGES ago.
Nonaut - I know I've promised him a Shi-rah and it's getting there... I just have to color the wings and the hair. This is also from AGES ago.
Myself - Another filly Daydream. The twin to Lucasbinx breeding of (she leased my mare) Saturine to Lullaby.
Myself - Finishing my pic of Quinn (Shi'Rah char of mine that everyone faves), also started AGES ago, just color his damn hair already and load the pic!
Myself - Finishing coloring the linework I started for Eider, my pegusus with King Eider duck coloring for HARPG. Yes, she'll be a breeding mare. I was thinking of creating a specific breed outta her actually and just kinda got caught up with Clinton.
Myself - Loading Pics of all the tattoos I've done in my absence

Thanks bunches everyone for being so patient, and if you think of anything I'm forgetting just send me a comment.

*EDIT* I just remembered a few more

My Boss' Dad - A picture of Secretariat. I'm working on it...
The Motel - Designing a LARGE mural to go on the back of the building. Either racehorses racing or just a horse running by itself (which would be easier than trying to paint a jockey).

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/24434928/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/24434928/ Sat, 25 Apr 2009 20:36:58 PDT Lets see, Well, I've moved... again.
AND I have a job. Actually it's kinda perfect for me because of the theme. I'm now living in Ballston Lake, in New York. Kinda close to Saratoga. I'm running a motel here in the area and living here too. The theme is Racehorses. Friggin' sweet I tell ya! I even get to be artistic too when I can find the time anyways.
So, no new art really yet, my camera is busticated. But thats alright, I'll get a new one eventually. But when I'm not busy tearing my hair out because of Terry and running to visit my other kid, Clinton. I might find some time to draw something. It's been awhile since I've even done that. All I've drawn lately is tattoos that I've done on people. The hubby being the main one. I'll have to post those pics when I get my computer hooked up to the internet here.
OMG?! New artings? and a post?! Is it the end of the world as we've known it? Probly not, but at least I'm not being punished anymore. Yes, he sorta trusts me some (no everything is STILL not hunky-dory, but we ARE working on it) because I'm working for the rent while his checks are being squirreled away so we can actually start saving some dough. Best part? I'm 10 minutes from where Clinton is. I also get to have Terry help me (sorta) do my job. I've got a few people living in the area who will watch him for me if I need a break so it makes it less stressful for me to be doing this all the time. Yuppers its a long day if Terry wakes up when the Hubby goes to work and then refuses to take a nap, but I'm adjusting to it.
I'm going to be getting a new tattoo next week as well. The hubby and I made a friend through one of our mutual friends and he also tattoos and he'll be inking me in the spots I can't reach on my own .
Yes folks, I've been tattooing myself Did some blue morning glory flowers and vines on my left arm and two triqueta (celtic triangle) knots on my lower abdomen.
Well, I'm off to bed because I have to wake up early and get cracking on cleaning my room.

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/20660859/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/20660859/ Wed, 24 Sep 2008 22:46:40 PDT ya all!

-Phoenix

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/16784762/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/16784762/ Sun, 29 Jun 2008 12:46:39 PDT [link] .
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~PHOENIX FIRE STABLES~

Welcome to a warm and cozy atmosphere, where horses romp and play. Some are wild (so please do watch your fingers kiddies!)

*Special Stable Rules:*
Watch out for crossbreeding between horses. I.E.- any colt/grandcolt/cousin colt of Whiskey cannot be bred with him. Same goes for Kalfu. No relative of Ghede's is permitted to breed with him.
Crossbreeding is perfectly fine and most welcome!

Stallions:

~Whiskey- ([link])

*Will be breeding to one of 's mares shortly*

Statistics;
Height: 16.5 hh
Colour: White
Markings: Palomino and Black
Breed: Tobiano Stallion
Bloodlines: Stallion for stud.
~Offspring:
~Anejo~
~Vodka~
Disipline/ Personality: Whisky is from a long line of championship 'show' horses. His odd markings making this pretty boy stand out at every compitition. He's a joy to ride and watch. His gentle nature winning over a few of the judges (and even more than his fair share of mares). He is primarily used as a 'jumper' because of his long legs and incredibly even gait. So smooth a small child would have no problem staying on his fine back.
Age: 6 yrs.

~Imperial- ([link])

Statistics;
Height: 15.3hh
Colour: Light Bay
Markings: Black 'stockings' with a white 'socks' on three legs. (exception [of the white] is the right foreleg). White stripe down his nose.
Breed: Lusitanian Stallion
Bloodlines: (Stallion for Stud, no bloodlines as of yet)
Disipline/ personality: Suited for his name from the day he was born. This guy has been a show stopper for all his life. Used for various skills he can be used for dressage, jumping, and trail riding. His firey disposition can be a bit 'flared' at times, so small children should be avoided. He has all the classic characteristics of a 'warhorse'. Proud stance and regal carriage helps!
Age: 5 yrs.

~Karel- ([link])

Statistics;
Height: 16.9hh
Colour: Chestnut
Eyes: warm honey
Markings: Black nose and thick black feathering (feathering has a slight curl) on all four legs. There is also a patch of thin feathering beneith his jaw that is a deep chocolate brown (he will pass on all dark feathering to any of his offspring).
Breed: Dutch Draft
Bloodlines: Stallion for stud. (no current offspring)
Disipline/ Personality: Karel, like most Dutch drafts is a friendly and willing 'work horse'. He has a kind temperment and willing nature that will drive him to work as hard as he can to plough a field or pull a stump from the ground. He has also been harnass trained so he may be hooked up to a carriage and pull for miles.
Age: 5 yrs.

*special notes on this stallion* Karel does not have a long flowy tail. Its actually a very short whisp of fluff the same color as his mane.


~Diablo- ([link])


Statistics;
Height: 15.2hh
Colour: Palomino (base)
Eyes: Green hazel
Markings: Dark brown face and zebra striping on muzzle, down neck and on his legs and hindquarters. Also some white patches on legs and up hindquarters from Diego's markings. He also has a red strip following his spine.
Mane and Tail: Starts out crimson darkening to black.
Breed: Mix of mustang(?) and Zorse
Bloodlines: Stallion- Offspring of Zohra and *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/16753012/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/16753012/ Wed, 06 Feb 2008 11:27:42 PST 's journal, which I'm in total agreement with. If you'd like to comment on anything written here Look at her journal itself. This is just her journal and I'm sharing it with everyone who cares to read it because it describes alot that has to do with me. It's very well written and thought out and I believe that more people should read it and be aware.

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I was just surfing ridiculously around the internet and managed to stumble upon quite the drama fest. It's a rather long story, and I don't want to point any fingers or name names. The curious thing that struck me about the whole ordeal was the accusation that, if you have a fursona, you are a furry, and that's a big deal. It got me thinking about escapism in general, and various themes and misinformation around the internet. Combined with a few things I'd been thinking of otherwise, I decided to write a journal.

So what's the big deal with fursonas, anyhow? What the heck are they? For some people, it's the person they want to be. A sentient cartoon animal? Just an animal? I don't know. I don't really converse with people about it much.

For me, it's just goofing around. I like to draw animals. Back when I was uploading at TLKFAA exclusively (I didn't know DA existed), it was the only way to get your voice inside an image, drawing yourself as a big cat or some other African animal. I know self insertion is pretty lame, but it's relatively harmless, and I was like... 16 at the time. It's not as though I dislike people, or drawing them. I just don't like drawing myself (it feels weirder to have a real visual representation of me) and I'm still working on getting my figures up to snuff.

But do I really want to be a lynx? No way. When I was three, I thought I was a cat, or at least I liked to pretend to be one, but I'm glad to be a human with human companions. Animals make great friends, but intellectualizing is important to me. I'm a human person who desires human company. I really miss having a pet around the house, but if I had to choose, I am sure I'd choose my brother, mother, and human friends.

I wouldn't even want to become an anthro if I had the chance. I think maybe some people have the delusion that the world would be a cooler place and they'd be cooler too if only we were all anthro, or if only we lived in the Kingdom Hearts Universe, or Pirates, or Star Wars, or who knows what; but the sad fact is, we'd all still have really stupid problems, and the people who don't attempt to accomplish anything of value would continue to accomplish nothing. Attractive people would still be attractive, and unattractive, antisocial people would still be unattractive and antisocial. We would have the same issues, the same malfunctions. It wouldn't matter if we had fur or awesome Japanese-pop outfits. And we'd have no idea that our world is 'special' because we'd be used to it.

Maybe somewhere out there in an alternate universe some sad cat is wishing he were human because all the other cats pick on him for being weird. But his internal problems would still be the same. There's no use wishing for something like that, especially when it diverts energy that we could be expending on ourselves in the real world, to fix our problems and make us better people. Sad cat just needs to get off the internet and start sorting through his troubles.

Another really wild thing I've heard is that a person who has a fursona or draws furries is attracted to animals. I assume the person who mentioned it meant sexually attracted to animals, but she just said 'attracted'.

I don't know about the rest of you, but I don't draw to get myself off. Or anyone else, for that matter. Perhaps for someone who's thinking constantly about sex, seeing an animal person is an immediate offense. I've placed before them something they wouldn't care to pleasure themselves to, and they're offended that I (they project) would. Or perhaps they've seen so much of it (although I don't know why they'd be looking) they assume any person who draws anthro does so on the grounds that they feel lust for their subject-matter.


When I'm making a new piece of artwork, I'm not relating the figure in it to myself sexually. That's not what drawing is about for me. And I really don't feel as though many of my pictures are sexually inviting, even when you're looking for it. Once upon a time, I dabbled in pornographic imagery because I was still an adolescent, and that sort of thing is fascinating to adolescents, who are very impressionable besides, but I quickly outgrew it, and only very rarely decide to try an erotically-themed piece from time to time. None... ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/16293426/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/16293426/ Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:07:36 PST [link] .

The origional idea for the start of this game is 's And I give her my heartfelt thanks and appreciation for pulling me out of my recent 'Art Slump'.
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~PHOENIX FIRE STABLES~

*Special Stable Rules:* NONE! Crossbreeding is perfectly fine and most welcome!

Stallions:

~Whiskey- ([link])

*Will be breeding to one of 's mares shortly*

Statistics;
Height: 16.5 hh
Colour: White
Markings: Palomino and Black
Breed: Tobiano Stallion (Tobiano's are, I believe, Arabian/Tenn.Walker cross [although I may be wrong...])
Bloodlines: Stallion for stud.
~Offspring:
~Anejo~
~Vodka~
Disipline/ Personality: Whisky is from a long line of championship 'show' horses. His odd markings making this pretty boy stand out at every compitition. He's a joy to ride and watch. His gentle nature winning over a few of the judges (and even more than his fair share of mares). He is primarily used as a 'jumper' because of his long legs and incredibly even gait. So smooth a small child would have no problem staying on his fine back.
Age: 6 yrs.

~Imperial- ([link])

Statistics;
Height: 15.3hh
Colour: Light Bay
Markings: Black 'stockings' with a white 'socks' on three legs. (exception [of the white] is the right foreleg). White stripe down his nose.
Breed: Lusitanian Stallion
Bloodlines: (Stallion for Stud, no bloodlines as of yet)
Disipline/ personality: Suited for his name from the day he was born. This guy has been a show stopper for all his life. Used for various skills he can be used for dressage, jumping, and trail riding. His firey disposition can be a bit 'flared' at times, so small children should be avoided. He has all the classic characteristics of a 'warhorse'. Proud stance and regal carriage helps!
Age: 5 yrs.

~Karel- ([link])

Statistics;
Height: 16.9hh
Colour: Chestnut
Eyes: warm honey
Markings: Black nose and thick black feathering (feathering has a slight curl) on all four legs. There is also a patch of thin feathering beneith his jaw that is a deep chocolate brown (he will pass on all dark feathering to any of his offspring).
Breed: Dutch Draft
Bloodlines: Stallion for stud. (no current offspring)
Disipline/ Personality: Karel, like most Dutch drafts is a friendly and willing 'work horse'. He has a kind temperment and willing nature that will drive him to work as hard as he can to plough a field or pull a stump from the ground. He has also been harnass trained so he may be hooked up to a carriage and pull for miles.
Age: 5 yrs.

*special notes on this stallion* Karel does not have a long flowy tail. Its actually a very short whisp of fluff the same color as his mane.


~Diablo- ([link])


Statistics;
Height: 15.2hh
Colour: Palomino (base)
Eyes: Green hazel
Markings: Dark brown face and zebra striping on muzzle, down neck and on his legs and hindquarters. Also some white patches on legs and up hindquarters from Diego's markings. He also has a red strip following his spine.
Mane and Tail: Starts out crimson darkening to black.
Breed: Mix of mustang(?) and Zorse
Bloodlines: Stallion- Offspring of Zohra and 's Diego
Disipline/ Personality: He has a firey temper for sure! However he has to be riled up, or someone has to push the wrong buttons for him to get mean. Mostly this pretty fellow is used for basic trail riding because of his stubborn temperment inherited from hi... ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/15838381/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/15838381/ Fri, 07 Dec 2007 17:58:21 PST [link]

I just don't feel like re-typing everything.

If my hubby can remember to bring my sketchbooks to me I'll begin to draw again. I do have my camera, just no sketchbooks. So PERHAPS I can finish those horse pictures I've had to do for over a month now... :


Lost my voice... It's fun to hear me try and talk.

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/15380198/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/15380198/ Sat, 24 Nov 2007 11:20:19 PST
On the second of this month (November 2nd) in the wee hours of the morning (4AM) I started contracting (*serious labor, not false labor) For those of you who knew that I was pregnant. When I arrived at the hospital that was closest to my house (right down the block). They tried desperately to stop the labor, pumping me full of shots and I.V.s to halt the contractions. Well, it didn't work and they ended up trasferring me to Albany Medical Center by helicopter so that I could have my son in a place that has the best Neo-natal unit in New York.

At 8:30PM I had my son naturally.

He is only 5 months along (23 weeks) developmentally and his chance of survival at birth was 5%.

He weighs only one pound, five ounces. And is only about a little over half a foot long.

His lungs are not fully developed and they have him hooked up to a ventalator to assist his breathing. He's also in an incubator unit and has a feeding tube and other things helping him to survive. His eyes will not be open for quite some time. He is far from being a healthy baby and I could lose him at any time.

I cannot tell any of you how exataly I feel at the moment other than just trying to keep my head together for my other son and my husband. We are staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Albany right down the road from the hospital that my son is in and I may be here for some time ntil I can figgure some things out.

Well, He's still hanging in there and He's doing alright for the moment but he's nowhere near 'safe'. All that I ask of everyone is to send positive vibes and prayers my way. I don't want any monetary support or anything like that. I just need some people who can support me with their prayers and well wishes.

Thanks a bunch... When I have some more time here in Albany, I'll update as things progress.

Love you all!

Phoenix



*UPDATE-AGE*

Alrighty, since I have a few spare moments... I figgured I'd update everyone on my little guy's progress thus so farly. He's still trucking along, however not without a few bumps in the proverbial road now and then.

Two weeks ago (on thursday) his lower intestine tore and he had to have emergency surgery to put a tube in there to drain the nastiness out of his insides. Then, the following Thursday his right lung partially collapsed and he had to be turned a certain way so it would re-inflate and his pressure on his ventilator had to be turned up. It reinflated without an issue, his O2 stat (how much oxygen he has in his blood) returned to normal and he was fine. This past tuesday it happened again, but it wasn't as serious as the first time. It reinflated again and he's as stable as I could hope for him to be. Thankfully...

He's had about three or four blood transfusions, because his platelet (red blood cell) count has been low. He is now being fed through a PICC line in his arm (it's a special IV that has a small tube that runs through one of his arteries till it's near his heart) rather than his belly. This is supplying him with his food, electrolytes and lipids [i.e. fancy Gatorade and fat] and medicine (he just got off dopamine and now he's only on hydrocortisone [for his bloodpressure] and they are weaning him off morphine [for pain, of course]). No, he can't have food via me as of yet, they need to take him to another part of the hospital and either Xray him while he eats or ultrasound him to see how his digestive system reacts to 'food' (breastmilk). But he has to be stable for a while before they'll do that because they have to take him off the ventilator to move him to the floor where they can do this procedure.

Anyhow, some good news to report... He opened his eyes last week and looked at me for the very first time. Even with all of the tubes and wires he's just as adorable as I could hope for. He's also gained a significant amount of weight. He's up from 1lb. 5oz. to 1lb. 12oz. Not bad weight gain for three weeks. He's also gotten longer, but I'm not sure just how long he is now.

Keep me in your prayers and thoughts guys. It's been working so far... Lets keep it going! Thanks so much everyone, it really means alot! http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/15293207/ Tue, 30 Oct 2007 20:31:31 PDT
I regretfully left my sketchbook at home and didn't get the oportunity to draw up diego and Zorah's baby nor did I get a chance to fiddle with my pictures for Ghede and Zohra and their baby either. Once I get some free time (perhaps after I take my son out for trick or treating tomorrow) I'll work on that.

I'll also get around to getting a picture of my 'belly' up for those of you who love to see how big my tiny body is getting *grin*. My husband and I have decided on the baby's name already. Because he's a boy (thank god, I wouldn't know what to do with a girl) we've agreed on naming him Clinton. His middle names will be long and drawn out too much so for me to properly think out at the moment. But as soon as I puzzle out what order we'll be placing them I'll put his full name down for all of you to enjoy. I also have to get around to carving two pumpkins for tomorrow, although I think I'll only end up carving one of them.

Well, I'm off to bed. Gotta rest up for the fun that tomorrow will bring with my favorite holiday.

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/15064143/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/15064143/ Mon, 15 Oct 2007 11:10:16 PDT
*Update* I've decided to go for the week, perhaps two. I'll be back in that time. I'l make sure that I have all of my 'game' pictures done and I'll post a pic of the belly as well.

I'm having another boy. This makes me beyond happy. But I just don't know if I can keep it together long enough to revel in it. I'll talk to you all when I return. Granted I'm really upset at the moment I've got to take some time for myself and work things out and see if I even WANT to try annd make things work with my hubby. Until I return I don't know if that will happen. Just know that I love you all and I hope you all have fun while I"m gone.

Phoenix

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14893343/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14893343/ Sun, 06 Jan 2008 20:59:37 PST [link] .
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~PHOENIX FIRE STABLES~

Welcome to a warm and cozy atmosphere, where horses romp and play. Some are wild (so please do watch your fingers kiddies!)

*Special Stable Rules:* NONE! Crossbreeding is perfectly fine and most welcome!

Stallions:

~Whiskey- ([link])

*Will be breeding to one of 's mares shortly*

Statistics;
Height: 16.5 hh
Colour: White
Markings: Palomino and Black
Breed: Tobiano Stallion (Tobiano's are, I believe, Arabian/Tenn.Walker cross [although I may be wrong...])
Bloodlines: Stallion for stud.
~Offspring:
~Anejo~
~Vodka~
Disipline/ Personality: Whisky is from a long line of championship 'show' horses. His odd markings making this pretty boy stand out at every compitition. He's a joy to ride and watch. His gentle nature winning over a few of the judges (and even more than his fair share of mares). He is primarily used as a 'jumper' because of his long legs and incredibly even gait. So smooth a small child would have no problem staying on his fine back.
Age: 6 yrs.

~Imperial- ([link])

Statistics;
Height: 15.3hh
Colour: Light Bay
Markings: Black 'stockings' with a white 'socks' on three legs. (exception [of the white] is the right foreleg). White stripe down his nose.
Breed: Lusitanian Stallion
Bloodlines: (Stallion for Stud, no bloodlines as of yet)
Disipline/ personality: Suited for his name from the day he was born. This guy has been a show stopper for all his life. Used for various skills he can be used for dressage, jumping, and trail riding. His firey disposition can be a bit 'flared' at times, so small children should be avoided. He has all the classic characteristics of a 'warhorse'. Proud stance and regal carriage helps!
Age: 5 yrs.

~Karel- ([link])

Statistics;
Height: 16.9hh
Colour: Chestnut
Eyes: warm honey
Markings: Black nose and thick black feathering (feathering has a slight curl) on all four legs. There is also a patch of thin feathering beneith his jaw that is a deep chocolate brown (he will pass on all dark feathering to any of his offspring).
Breed: Dutch Draft
Bloodlines: Stallion for stud. (no current offspring)
Disipline/ Personality: Karel, like most Dutch drafts is a friendly and willing 'work horse'. He has a kind temperment and willing nature that will drive him to work as hard as he can to plough a field or pull a stump from the ground. He has also been harnass trained so he may be hooked up to a carriage and pull for miles.
Age: 5 yrs.

*special notes on this stallion* Karel does not have a long flowy tail. Its actually a very short whisp of fluff the same color as his mane.


~Diablo- ([link])


Statistics;
Height: 15.2hh
Colour: Palomino (base)
Eyes: Green hazel
Markings: Dark brown face and zebra striping on muzzle, down neck and on his legs and hindquarters. Also some white patches on legs and up hindquarters from Diego's markings. He also has a red strip following his spine.
Mane and Tail: Starts out crimson darkening to black.
Breed: Mix of mustang(?) and Zorse
Bloodlines: Stallion- Offspring of Zohra and 's Diego
Disipline/ Personality: He has a firey temper for sure! However he has to be riled up, or someone has to push the wrong buttons for him to get mean. Mostly this pretty fellow is used for basic trail riding because of his stubborn temperment inherited from his mother. He's been used for a few shows as well, as a jumper. *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14686653/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14686653/ Tue, 18 Sep 2007 11:57:25 PDT

Disorder: Rating:
***Paranoid Personality Disorder: Very High
*Schizoid Personality Disorder: Moderate
***Schizotypal Personality Disorder: Very High
**Antisocial Personality Disorder: High
***Borderline Personality Disorder: Very High
**Histrionic Personality Disorder: High
**Narcissistic Personality Disorder: High
***Avoidant Personality Disorder: Very High
***Dependent Personality Disorder: Very High
**Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: High


I found it to be interesting. I'll give you the addy ( [link] )so you can take this quiz too. I have yet to click on the links but anyhow... The only real surprise I had was that I only scored low on ONE of them... Heh, does this mean I'm crazy?

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14681505/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14681505/ Mon, 17 Sep 2007 23:54:03 PDT
Well, till I dig myself out of my hormonal 'art funk' this is what you all have to see from me. I'm trying my damndest to catch up on gifts and such I already agreed to do for people. For that I'm sorry and would like to apologize personally to Moonfeather and Nonaut. No, I didn't forget that I promised you both 'Rah's. I'm actually nearly finished on Nonaut's, just have to color the wings. Moon, it may take me awhile to get to yours... Sowwie sweetie! Well, I really should head to bed... It's calling my name... Heh
Phoenix

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14100784/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/14100784/ Fri, 10 Aug 2007 05:46:27 PDT Phoenix

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/13790478/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/13790478/ Thu, 19 Jul 2007 04:03:51 PDT Need to color Mooner's Ink piccy of herself (because I adore her! ).
Making a few gifties for peoples (who will not be named aloud as of yet ).
Finish painting another feather (this one is giving me trouble ).
Sign up for the Xchanges as they approach (I love them so ).
Increase interest back in the Shi'Rah forum and Xchange (pondering what kind of plkoy I can use.... Bribes! lol ).

's all I can think of to do at th moment, *sigh* Better get to work then. Busy busy busy...

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/13730663/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/13730663/ Sat, 14 Jul 2007 09:04:50 PDT
Well My hubby my kid and I moved down here about 3 months ago and it's taken me this long to save up enough cash (with my van being an ass and all) to get internet and cable. That and anothert surprise for me as wel. Once again I'm preggers so I'll be having another kid next year. Don't worry folks, I fully intend to continue working on my art and getting things sorted out on my million mssages. If you all be patiernt with me I'll get back to yas.

Well I'm off to sort through all my old e-m ails and whatnot.

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Till then, I'll miss you all.
-Phoenix

]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/12721974/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/12721974/ Tue, 24 Apr 2007 18:32:55 PDT Anyhow, I'll be moving within the next week. I am unsure of when I'll gain access to a computer again, let alone be able to download anything. It may take awhile . *Lots of sadness and weeping* Until then, I hope all of my friends stay watching me. The last time I was without a computer a few of them stopped watching me. *more sadness and weeping*
HEY! ! As soon as I get a computer again, You'll know because I'll more than likely upload a crap load of artings and update my RPs in the forum. AND ! Keep up the wonderful work! The stuff you've been drawing is incredible (even if it's on lined paper *tsk tsk*). Also Hun, we really need to talk to eachother again. I know now that you're used to not using a computer you are on rarely, but I miss our little chats!
I'm moving to Montecello NY. Right off of St.Rt 17. I've got a job and a house and a car, just no computer or internet.....Yet. I will seriously miss all you guys and I love that fact that all of you are so supportive of my artwork.

Till I see you all again,
Phoenix

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Click it! You'll laugh!

My subscription expires at 12:20pm on the 20th. *shrug* No biggie though, I'm not concerned with having ads again. It was nice while I had it though.

I will be moving soon anyhow. I don't know when, but, I know that as soon as I get my State refund, I'll be gone for awhile. I'll miss posting my art and talking to my buddies! Hopefully, it won't take me too long to get internet again. If I'm not too busy working I'll be sure to try and catch-up on all of the things I'll miss.

All I need now is a car and my check, so I can rent a Uhaul and a 'towing' thinggy.

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Click it! You'll laugh!

Got this thing from


Because I make other people do this for me. I do this now for them. Yea....

Comment on this journal and I will do the following:

I. I'll respond with something random about you.
II. I'll challenge you to try something.
III. I'll pick a color that I associate with you.
IV. I'll tell you something I like about you.
V. I'll tell you my first/clearest memory of you.
VI. I'll tell you what animal you remind me of.
VII. I'll ask you something I've always wanted to ask you.
VIII. If I do this for you, you must post this in your journal!

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*I have been givin express permission from to do this*

Well, so I know that all you folks watching me have seen my last few journals... Yes, I'm talking about the ones that have to deal with the Shi'Rah RP.
I have a solution for those of you who expressed intrest, but gave excuses on why you wouldn't be able to. Now, IF you did express some form of interest in what I put forth, I will work quite hard on what I'm about to propose.

Thought:
If you don't have the time/creativity/ whatever, You can ignore the proposal.

Proposal:
If you showed even an inkling of interest in the RP or even the exchange, BUT you don't have a scanner, time, whatever.... I will be more than happy to create a Shi'Rah FOR YOU to whatever specifications YOU choose. If necessary, I will also come up with background information, history, status... Pretty much all of the information you would need to go about playing a Shi'Rah in the forum.
The only thing I would ask in return is that if I create a 'Rah for you, you would have to Rp with one of my four (soon to be five) Shi'Rah's. Now, thats all I'd need as payment for doing something of this nature for you. The char. would be completely yours. Moonfeather does not have an issue in letting me do this. I feel that once I 'get the ball rolling' so to speak, things will become less of a strain on her. She is already playing about 7 chars. and we really need some more creative minds in the RP.
*DO KEEP IN MIND* I will reserve the right to take away the char. if payment is not recieved, or you fail to keep up to your side of the agreement. What I want to do is sort of a 'gift' but really, it's for those of you who want to, but are unable to come up with your own char. Or even draw one out for yourself for whatever reason. I'm not going to just draw a Shi'Rah for anybody and not expect something in return.

A simple creative story is all I ask...

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And on another note: I now have an apartment near the center where I'll be working. $700 a month for everything except phone and cable. I can deal with that... My dad is going to sell me this computer so I can use it. All I have to do now is get a car and pack my shit. Then Rent a Uhaul. Hooray! I'm going to move soon!

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Click it! You'll laugh!

I will be moving in about a week. I'm unsure how this will affect my internet access. For the Xchanges as well as the RP It will take me awhile till I can figure out what will happen, sorry to all of you. It makes me want to cry that I may have to be without the computer for at least a month or more. But I think That It may be good for me right now. Just wanted to give you all a heads up. Just so you don't all wonder if I dropped off the face of the earth.




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*I have been givin express permission from to do this*

Well, so I know that all you folks watching me have seen my last few journals... Yes, I'm talking about the ones that have to deal with the Shi'Rah RP.
I have a solution for those of you who expressed intrest, but gave excuses on why you wouldn't be able to. Now, IF you did express some form of interest in what I put forth, I will work quite hard on what I'm about to propose.

Thought:
If you don't have the time/creativity/ whatever, You can ignore the proposal.

Proposal:
If you showed even an inkling of interest in the RP or even the exchange, BUT you don't have a scanner, time, whatever.... I will be more than happy to create a Shi'Rah FOR YOU to whatever specifications YOU choose. If necessary, I will also come up with background information, history, status... Pretty much all of the information you would need to go about playing a Shi'Rah in the forum.
The only thing I would ask in return is that if I create a 'Rah for you, you would have to Rp with one of my four (soon to be five) Shi'Rah's. Now, thats all I'd need as payment for doing something of this nature for you. The char. would be completely yours. Moonfeather does not have an issue in letting me do this. I feel that once I 'get the ball rolling' so to speak, things will become less of a strain on her. She is already playing about 7 chars. and we really need some more creative minds in the RP.
*DO KEEP IN MIND* I will reserve the right to take away the char. if payment is not recieved, or you fail to keep up to your side of the agreement. What I want to do is sort of a 'gift' but really, it's for those of you who want to, but are unable to come up with your own char. Or even draw one out for yourself for whatever reason. I'm not going to just draw a Shi'Rah for anybody and not expect something in return.

A simple creative story is all I ask...

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I have reached 100 Deviations... Yay me! *has a little party for herself*

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Alrighty, so Mooner requested that we try to pimp out her chars. and species the Shi'Rah. Now, I know all you folks watching me have seen these pictures but your all going to see them again so that I can be sure that you all get the point! lol

- 'At the Temple Window'


- 'My King, My Love...'


- 'Lorcan'


- 'Saoirse: Liftoff'

These are examples of the Shi'Rah's I've created. Now, what I'm asking of all of you creative and intelligent geeks like myself do is to create your own Shi'Rah char. post a note to with a link of your picture. You can find all the info you need to create your own Shi'Rah by clicking on Mooner's gallery. She has oodles of examples and she even has 'fact sheets' ([link] and [link] ) to help you along.

After you take those two small steps you can then sign up for the Shi'Rah RP forum. Yes it is a forum, most unlike any RP's I've delt with but you can really allow your imagination to wander and create any story you wish. Hell, My Lorcan is going to be "mack'n" it to one of the King Shi'Rah's! lol SO really like I said everything is open. Mooner would sure love to have more people play in the forum as well as be a part of the Xchange on Livejournal. Now the Xchange is a whole 'nother thing in and of itself.

The Xchange is run like a "secret santa" only every month. What you do is have your Char. sign it up with all your info and a picture and it gets put into a drawing. Then you get someone else's Shi'Rah to draw for the month and someone else gets yours... Get it? Then you all turn in your drawings by the end of the month and you all have a new pretty picture of your Char. that someone else has drawn (BTW Mooner draws for every month so chances are she may get you! )

Now, you may all be wondering why it is I'm dong this. Well, I am a freak about the fact that Moon was creative enough (let alone nice enough) to allow me to continue drawing as many of the Shi'Rah's that I wish to put on paper and do more with as I wish (as long as it's for the Xchanges and for the RP). I think that it's so freaking cool (and I'd never ever be creative enough) that she created her own species and made them quite popular through her contest that she held this past summer.

Please guys! If your at all interested take a look at Mooner's Shi'Rah stuff. Make a Char. And join some of the groups!

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I'd really like to join some more Xchanges on LiveJournal. If anyone knows of any, or knows any Mods who are looking for more artists to join, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me know. I love doing gift-art and stuff and I have alot of time to do it. THANKS!

Oh! and if you do this for me I'll gladly draw you a purdy picture of whatever you'd like! You name it I'll do my best to draw it (though it may take some time)!

Alright, I'm done bitching... Really! If anyone knows of some TELL ME!


Xchanges I'm involved with and the drawings from them:

Lapine Xchange: - my char. Illori Silvermoon done by the uber talented
I love how you made her look!

Shi'Rah Xchange: None this month due to lack of signup-age

I have moved some of my WIP's into scraps due to the fact that they are unfinished pieces and they don't really belong in my gallery. The works that have moved are as followed:

1. At the temple window-WIP
2. My King, My Love...-WIP
3. My King, My Love...-WIP2

Just wanted to let all you guys know that thats where they will be if you're looking for them.

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Just wondering....
What happened to make all of DA begin to become something I was praying it would not? I joined to meet up with like minded artists and get told what they think. HONEST opinions! I myself have been known to give shoddy critiques and perhaps just leave a one word post before faving a picture I like. But, I really havn't gotten too much feedback on much of my artwork that wasn't featured or a contest piece used on someone elses account. I know I'm sounding like a blat ass right now but. I joined to find people who would HELP me advance in my artwork. Not tell me it's pretty and go along their merry ways.
I know, I know, I don't have a ton of artwork posted thats actually deemed "art". I know I have alot of photos in my account that most people are asking themselves, "Why in the world did she post that?" BECAUSE I THINK IT'S ART! Thats why.
This community, whether I like it or not. Is one of my few links to the outside art world. People in my area of NY don't buy artwork. There just isn't a market for it. I don't live in a large city and though my family supports my work, they don't buy it! I give it away for the most part. Art is my form of expression. I use it to display my emotions, to help me get through rough times and to do something nice for the world. I'm not trying to whore myself out and get more pageveiws (if that wasn't already glaringly apparent by my whopping numbers just over 2,000). I just want some damn help! Can you see why it's so frustrating?!?! I feel like I'm losing more ground that I started with. No offense to anyone who watches me or actually tries to help me out when I feel stuck because all of you are my friends and ALL of you are VERY helpful! I just feel a bit disenchanted with the whole thing and sorta alone. I know I'm not the only one feeling this way and I can only hope that I get some form of response whether it be positive or negative.

I just feel kinda defeated...

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I'd really like to join some more Xchanges on LiveJournal. If anyone knows of any, or knows any Mods who are looking for more artists to join, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me know. I love doing gift-art and stuff and I have alot of time to do it. THANKS!

Oh! and if you do this for me I'll gladly draw you a purdy picture of whatever you'd like! You name it I'll do my best to draw it!

Alright, I'm done bitching... Really! If anyone knows of some TELL ME!

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Happy Valentine's to all!







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*Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11803824/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11803824/ Tue, 13 Feb 2007 19:00:17 PST

Taken from

British
[X] You drink a lot of tea.
[ ] You know what a brolly is.
[ ] Deal or No Deal has taken over your life.
[ ] You wanted Ben to win X Factor.
[X] You use the word "bugger"or the phrase "bloody hell."
[ ] Fish and Chips are yummy. (I don't like fish unles it's tuna fish. Even that can only be consumed once in a great while)
[ ] You can eat a Full English Breakfast.
[ ] You dislike emos almost as much as you dislike chavs. (what now?!?!)
[ ] Its football...not soccer. (It's a GAME! Who gives a flying fuck what you call it?)
Total: 2

Australian
[ ] You wear flip flops all year.
[ ] You call flipflops thongs not flip flops.
[X] You love a backyard barbie.
[X] You know a barbie is not a doll. (BBQ, Mmmmm)
[X] You love the beach. (it'd be nice right about now... *cough* 106 inches of snow and a noreaster on it's way.)
[X] Sometimes you swear without realizing. (typically in front of small children. D'oh!)
[ ] You're a sports fanatic.
[ ] You are tanned. ( I have two choices, freckle or extra crispy...)
[ ] You're a bit of a bogan.
[ ] You have an australian something.
Total: 4

Italian
[ ] The Sopranos is a great show. (honestly I've never watched it)
[ ] Your last name ends in a vowel.
[X] Your grandmother makes her own sauces. (both of them do! )
[X] You know how a real meatball tastes. (Mmm, I make them myself and they are yummy)
[ ] You know Italian songs.
[X] You have dark hair and dark eye colour. (yup, brown and brown!)
[X] You speak some Italian. (it's close to spanish and I can sorta say some things in italian that I picked up from movies)
[X] You are under 5'10'' (5'3'')
[ ] You know what a Italian horn is. (Erm, no...)
[ ] Pizza/spaghetti is the best food in the world!
[ ] You talk with your hands. (No, I gesture occassionally)
Total: 5

Spanish
[ ] You say member instead of Remember.
[X] You speak spanish or some. (took it in High School)
[X] You like tacos. (TACOS? WHERE?!?)
[ ] YoU TyPe lIkE ThIs On Da CoMpUtEr. (ack! How annoying)
[ ] You are dark skinned.
[X] You know what a Puta is. (When you used to live with a house full of Puerto Ricans you learn things)
[X] You talk fast occasionally. (All the time... Coffee coffee coffee!)
[X] You have had highlights or have dyed your hair. (erm Yes, otherwise the grey hairs show. I've been going grey since I was 16)
[X] You know what platanos are. (Yup)
Total: 5

Russian
[ ] You say villian as: Vee-lon.
[X] You get short tempered. (get?)
[ ] You know of somebody named Natasha.
[X] You get cold easily. (I'm so skinny, it's hard not to)
[X] Rain is fun for you. (Warm rain in the summer is! )
[X] You get into contests all the time. (yesh.... Fun!)
[X] You can easily make do with the cold weather. (But, I bitch about it)
Total: 5

Irish
[ ] You think beer is the best.
[X] You have a bad temper. (Me?!?! lol)
[X] Your last name starts with a Mc, Murph, O', Fitz or ends with a ley, on, un, an, in, ry, ly, y. (My maiden name: BatemAN)
[ ] You have blue or green eyes. (damnit... I wish I had green eyes)
[X] You like the color green. (One of my favorite colors!)
[X] You have a family member from Ireland. (One relative did one of those geneology report things and found out that our family comes from second generation Irish Royalty... Pretty cool if you ask me!)
[ ] You have blonde hair. (I wouldn't want to be blonde)
[X] You have/had freckles. (Everywhere! In some pretty weird places too. My lip, the bottom of my feet, and one that is sorta embarrasing)
[X] Your family get-togethers always include drinking and singing. (My family is great!)
Total: 6

African American
[ ] You say nigga/nukka casually
[ ] You have nappy hair.
[ ] You like rap.
[X] You know how to shoot a gun. (Aim, breath, steady, shoot... M.C.J.R.O.T.C is a wonderful program and looks kick ass on a resume)
[X] You think President George Walker Bush is racist.(you probably dont want to know what I REALLY think of him. Taht would take all night)
[X] Y... ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11792288/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11792288/ Mon, 12 Feb 2007 21:54:35 PST

Just so all you all know, I may be moving in the near future... I know, AGAIN!!! But this time will more than likely be for more than 4 months.
My husband decided that because his boss has been being, well, being a dick to him as of late and pissy with all of the "crew"(he works construction), He decided that it'd be best if our family (my hubby, my son, and myself) Move to Hoosik Falls NY and live with his Aunt. I'm absolutely sure that my husband can get a job there as well as provide for me and Terry. He may be moving before I do, just to establish things before I move with the boy. His Aunt adores me and Terry so it'll be great!
This move is kinda inevidable due to the fact that my father was planning on moving to Virgina to be with my mother. Thats a whole story in and of itself... Mom just got a degree as a guidence counseler. Couldn't find any work in NY without experience so she looked out of state and was hired in Virginia. Moved to Virginia at the beginning of the school year there and lives in her RV. About every other weekend my father goes down to visit her or she comes up to visit him. Yes they are still together, yes they are still happily married. Confusing right? I know when she told me about this before I moved back home I was thouroghly confused and beffudled. But, he plans on doing this in the very near future and if I can get my crap outta his way it'll be easier on him when he moves.
I say crap because the whole upstairs room of the garage is devoted to all of the various trinkets and furniture I've collected since I've moved in and out of this house so many times. Can we say GARAGE SALE? Come summer, Yes, yes we can.
Well, thats about enough outta me. I know there arn't too many people who'll read this whole thing but hey! I already told Paul that when we move I NEED internet. I don't care if it's dial-up. I need a way to communicate with the outside world and post my artwork and he agreed. So, he'll most likely have that set up for me before we move. Hopefully I won't lose alot of my stuff in the process.

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Go to your music player of choice (Windows Media Player) and put it on shuffle.
Say the following questions aloud, and press play.
Use the song titles that come up to answer each question.
NO CHEATING.

1. How does the world see me?

Something's Coming- Yes


2. Will I have a happy life?

Warehouse- Dave Matthews Band


3. What do people really think of me?

Last Night- Traveling Wilburys (Tom Petty is KING!!!!)


4. Do people secretly lust after me?

Die Mother Fucker Die- Twiztid (hmm funny.... and interesting lol)


5. How can I make myself happy?

My Favorite Part of Me... and not my ugly side[Track 6]-Blue October


6. What should I do with my life?

Plastic Plan- CKY
(I don't know what kind of relevance this has... lol I guess I have to listen to the lyrics)


7. Will I ever have children?

Lights- Journey
(I have interesting music on my player... No?) *sidenote* I do HAVE A KID!!!! *end sidenote*


8. What is some good advice for me?

Mother Nature's Son- Beatles (Classic!)


9. What do I think my current theme song is?

Americana- The Offspring (rockin' out!)



10. What does everyone else think my current theme song is?

Hands Down- Dashboard Confessional
(I really don't WANT to like them... Who downloaded this anyway? I think it was my brother... XD)



11. What song will play at my funeral?

Fight for all the Wrong Reasons- Nickleback
(I think this song is a bit too hard for a somber funeral... But, on the otherhand the Media Player randomly selected it)

*The song I'd like played is Vincent/ Starry Starry Night- Josh Groban [Gay, I know... but it's a pretty song!]*

12. What type of men do I like?

The Best of What's Around- Dave Matthews Band
(I'm laughing at the title....)



13. What is my day going to be like?

Pawn Shop- Sublime



14. Why am I here?

Simple Man- Shinedown
(AWESOME SONG!!!!)


15. What will people remember me for?

Float On- Modest Mouse
(and my head bopps to the muzack)



16. What song will I get stuck in my head tomorrow?

How Far is Heaven?- Los Lonely Boys
(I could only wish this awesome song would get stuck in there!)



17. Are there people outside waiting to take me away?

Searchin' - The Beatles
(uh oh... I may be in trouble... if they arn't outside, they're looking for me! lol)


18. What will this year be all about?

Movies- Alien Ant Farm

Well thats all the "Magic Media Player 8 Ball" Forsees.... This was a blast! You should do it!

My Media Player is chock full of nifty Tribal drumming... But I figgured if it landed on it I couldn't count it because the "songs" don't have names.... But I love the stuff!

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Alphabetical "Get to know me thinggy. Feel free to steal it and do one of your own.

A - ABLE: I'm able to do anything artisticly. Just about anyhow. At least I try.
B - BIRTHDAY: August 13th (I just adore Fridays! I was born on a Friday the Thirteenth!)
C - CAVORTING: I dance around sometimes just to expend energy and to make myself smile
D - DRANK: Green Tea (I'm hopelessly addicted to it and coffee!)
E - EXTRAVAGANCES: The most expensive thing I've bought in recent history is my Tattoo machine (Gun [I know that this word annoys "proffessional" apprentices, but I'll call it what I like thanks])
F - FAVORITE Activity: ART of course!
G - GREATEST MOMENT: The birth of my son. November 21st 2005. (granted, I couldn't feel anything because of a epidural XD)
H - HOMETOWN: Mexico NY. I don't get out much! lol
I - INFLUENCES: Every single person who has ever supported my imagination. A special thanks to my Art (Mr. Palmitese) and English Teachers from High School.
J - JOURNEYS: The furthest I've ever gone is the Virgin Islands on a cruise
K - KID: Only one and I'd like to keep it like that!
L - LAUGHING: One of my favorite pastimes. I love doing it and making others laugh along with me.
M - MILKSHAKE FLAVOR: Sherbert cooler. Nums!
N - NUMBER OF SIBLINGS: Without the In-laws it's 3. With them it's 6. This of course does not include friends that feel like siblings to me.
O - ONE WISH: That people would care about one another more than they do.
P - PETS: Here we go... We have Three dogs (Moses, Baby, and Stanford) and five cats (Miss, Junior, Rosco, Gizmo, and Fluffy)
Q - QUOTE?: "P: There is no spoon. J: AWWW But hun, if there is no spoon how in the world could you eat my ass?" (An ongoing joke between my husband and myself)
R - REASON TO SMILE: Because I am loved by many people.
S - SONG YOU LAST HEARD: Call me When you're Sober- Evanescence
T - TIME YOU WOKE UP: 7:30 am Thank you Terry.......
U - UNDERWATER OR OVER: Over. It's winter here.... Water would be a tad bit nipply.
V - VEGETABLE OF CHOICE: Carrots. Especially when prepared with Pot Roast. Mmmmmmm.... *drool*
W - WORST HABIT: Smoking. I admit it's a vice. Probably one of the very few I have.
X - X-RAYS YOU'VE HAD: Do MRI's count? I just had one of those in November. On Thanksgiving. Then again, I've also had ultrasound's done, Both when I was pregnant and the day after Thanksgiving.
Y - YEARN FOR: A trip to Australia, or Ireland. My own computer. A new vehicle.... I can go on forever.
Z - ZODIAC SIGN: I'll give you a hint... "ROAR!!!!!" *starts cleaning herself with her tounge whilst purring*

Shameless self promotion > < TAKE A LOOK AT MY STOCK!! Pictures of me coming soon! ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11669020/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11669020/ Sat, 03 Feb 2007 08:58:27 PST

I just have to share this...
For all you folks living in the god old U.S. of A and anyone else who think this world is going to hell in a handbasket....

[link]


*warning* This site contains funny and offensive material. All those who do not wish to read such things should skip clicking the above link.

Shameless self promotion > < TAKE A LOOK AT MY STOCK!! Pictures of me coming soon! ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11616794/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11616794/ Mon, 29 Jan 2007 20:19:40 PST

Went to Barnes and Noble the other day and picked up a yummy new reference book that I'll be drawing out of as soon as I finish up on the wings I'm constructing (see Fairy Wings?!?! for more info). "Spirit of the Wild Cat" It has way too many delicious photos of almost every single kind of wild cat big and small in it and I plan on drawing most of them out. SO if you like the way I draw the Big Kitties, keep an eye on me!

Shameless self promotion > < TAKE A LOOK AT MY STOCK!! Pictures of me coming soon! ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11579170/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11579170/ Fri, 26 Jan 2007 17:38:07 PST

Okay, so I was browsing the net while my kid was sleeping and thought to myself that I should/could make myself a pair of fairy wings that I can use in my stock account (insert shameless self promotion > < here).
Problem is not that I need the supplies, I can get those readilly enough. Problem is opinion. An outside one preferrably. I need them. I'm DESPERATE here everyone. I'd like to come up with some ideas with a bit of input...

So here's some info about me that may help you help me come up with a few ideas. You've no doubt all seen the portraits I took of myself recently but... a few things have changed.

Hair: Tis now shorter. A jaw legnth bob to be exact. Lots of layers and dyed a deep auburn brown with very subtle cinnamon highlights.

Eyes: Golden brown that gradually deepens to a chocolate color near my iris.

Skin: White as a sheet of paper... with freckles!

Build: I am about as lithe as they come without being ghastly. Really I'm small! ALL OF ME IS SMALL! lol

Height: 5'2" (see this PROVES the smallness!)

Bust: Boobs? You think I actually have any?!? My mosquito bites are about a small B cup. :rotflmao:

Waist: Think small... My jean size is anywhere from 0-3 (28" for those who want the inch size) depending on the brand.

Colors I like/ combos of colors I like: Blue, green(regular), and purple. Burgandy, gold, and orange, Brown, green(olive), and teal, Gold, Mint green, and cream, Bronze, deep red, and gold.

Now, if any of you have any more ideas of color combos or would like to have a say in what colors I choose I'l be more than happy to discuss it. I havn't even began making a template of what I want them to look like yet so my options are pretty much open and limitless. I'd really appreciate some imput...

HELP ME FOR THE LOVE OF GOD!!! ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11512234/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11512234/ Sun, 21 Jan 2007 00:09:32 PST

Being a 'stay at home mom' made me smarter. My IQ score jumped from 119 to 126.

Took the free IQ test via Tickle.com

How smart are you?!?! Take the test!

[link]

You'll have to sign up to be able to take the tests. They have litterally THOUSANDS of them. I was up till 4:00am taking about 13 of them. You can skip all of the offers they try to get you to try out too! So you can get a small summary of your scores and whatnot. If you want a more extensive summary you have to pay for it, but you don't really need it. Some of the tests are PhD certified and others are not. But if you have some time to waste and are bored, take some of the tests. I've never had so much fun staying up till the wee hours of the morning!


My new stock account

Look Ma! No more Stamps! ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11475085/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11475085/ Wed, 17 Jan 2007 20:06:07 PST

Made myself a stock account for all the pictures I don't know what else to do with. Use them as you like pretty much...




ANOTHER SUBJECT: I'm thinking that because I did a good job on the Art Nuvoea (sp?) piece I did for myself (my featured piece) I may want to tattoo something in the same type of style on myself. I think that it is a very beautiful style of art and I know it'll take forever to do I was just pondering getting something in that sort of style inked on my body. What do you guys think?

Look Ma! No more Stamps! ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11333938/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11333938/ Sat, 13 Jan 2007 21:03:15 PST

(Robbed [with permission] From ) --- First 10 peoples to comment get a feature spot in my journal! Broken down, that means I'll link back to you, say what I most admire about your art, style, technique, what have you, and also place up three links of some of the art I most admire of yours. The only catch is that IF you are one of those 10, you must post this on your journal and do that for 10 people as well.

P.S. Okay.... Even If I don't know you that well and your just dropping by my page. I'll do it for you. Just as long as you can do the same for others. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE Let me feature you! If not, I'm just going to seek out some of the artists I watch and post them. You don't HAVE to continue this. I was continuing the chain because, like me, there are a number of artists that don't get the recognition they deserve.


Okay?


FEATURES:

1. What can I say about Omi? Well, I love the fact that he is one of my more responsive watchers. Always there with an uplifting comment usually when I think I'm pushing a load of crap . About his artwork... He's a very good artist. Knowing a characters placement is essential in a drawing. He's also toying with Photoshop (something that terrifies me) and doing a mighty fine job with it. Here are a few examples of his work. Check him out! He deserves more visits!



2. I know it's mean but I tricked her into commenting just so I could feature her! This chica is one of my closest E-friends. I love her and respect her like a sister. Her tattooing has gotten better and better and better the longer I've watched her. I'm also a fan of "His Ultimate Hottness" Hugh Jackman as Wolverine. I love all of the help she's givin me in all of my own tattooing, though she is learning for herself as well. Please check her out! I love her to itty bitty pieces!


3. I've known Hat from the days when I first signed on to DevArt. Since those days of about a year (or two) ago, I've respected her work and loved every silly comment I've recieved from her. HER ARTWORK IS FREAKING AMAZING!!!!! Yummy angles and demons. Scrumptious beasties of all shapes and sizes. She is as talented as I wish I could be with a computer! Because when it comes to art on a computer, I seem to have alot of trepidation in even attempting to do something of quality that Hat displays with each of her pieces.
http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11292064/ Tue, 02 Jan 2007 17:50:36 PST

Took me long enough! I've only been on this site since Feb. 2005.

I am a member of

This is a "fan club" created by of her very beautiful characters the Shi'Rah. If you would like to join this group or have any interest at all contact either herself (if creating a Shi'rah of your very own because they ARE copyrighted to her) or contact the entire group via .

For all you RP geeks like me there is also a forum! You can find more info through visiting


On a side note... My subscription is up soon (4 months) so I won't have any more of the annoying stamps freezing all you all's computers.

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

*Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11220804/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11220804/ Thu, 28 Dec 2006 09:35:28 PST

Well, this is what I got for Christmas...

1. A nifty "Jade"(it's not real jade) hangy thing that has a dragon and red tassles. (parents)
2. An Olive green comfy velour Track-suit (parents)
3. A Camel colored velour Track-suit (though the pants are too big.. I'll fix 'em)(Parents)
4. A warm Olive green comfy puffy vest (parents)
5. $15 giftcard to Barnes and Noble (Brother)
6. A fuzzy pink (ugh! why pink?) sweater. (in-laws)
7. A black sweater with fake fur ruff. (In-laws)
8. $20 Giftcard for the mall (Sister)
9. $20 Cash and a LOSING scratch-off (other sister)
10. undergarments (no need to elaborate on this one)(Parents)
11. COOKIES! The Dutch butter kind that are oh so unhealthy for you! (Step-sis In-law)
12. CANDY! (oh how I adore chocolate!) (In-laws)
13. $140 Cash from my Mother in law
14. Sundae set/ popcorn/ Hot cocoa and a nifty basket(Aunt and Uncle)
15. Lacy cami (My older sister)
16. A foreward facing car seat for my son (Considering I had to squish him into the rear facing one all the time)
17. A wine colored turtleneck sweater (Grandparents)
18. A $75 pre-paid Discovery giftcard to be used anywhere. (other Grandparents)
19. A Kodak EasyShare C433 Digital Camera with 1Gig memory card and batteries. (Yay! Mom and Dad actually listened to me this year!)
20. My husband got me a very sweet silver necklace with a real 4 leaf clover on the locket (appeals to the irish in me, though he was an ass about giving it to me. Made me wait till it was the last gift I opened)

Those are al the wonderful gifties I receieved for the christmas.


What did you get?

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

*Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11181547/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11181547/ Sun, 24 Dec 2006 21:51:47 PST

I'd like to wish all of my watchers and evryone else a very safe and happy holiday! Hopefully this one doesn't end with a trip to the hospital for me again!

On to other matters... My aunt commissioned me to paint an eagle for one of my favorite uncles on a feather. She also wants me to give her a tattoo! Yay for me! She's even gonna pay me . My Grandfather is also going to talk to his friends (he's a pastor, he has many many friends) to get me some more work. Happiness abounds! I'm pretty cheap as my artwork stands (because I have no clue how to price my own work so I do it cheap). I do the same for anything that I work on for myself. But I know that my grandparents that got the bobcat feather are amazed at what it loks like, even though I personally think it sucks. But that's fine. They like it and thats what counts! The Grandparents that got the cougar feather will be recieving it probably some time next week. I'm sure I'll hear from them as soon as they recieve it. My uncle will be getting the elk one in the morning but I know he'll love it!

One of our family traditions that started a few years back is going to see a movie on christmas eve night. We went and saw Eragon. Now, I'm not typically too much of a stickler when it comes to movies. Especially if that perticular movie contains one of 4 things. 1. Horses 2. Magic and whatnot. 3. Dragons and 4. Mythical creatures in general. But, I can sum it up in one word without giving anything away plot wise and that word is PREDICTABLE. And thats all I have to say about that.

Now for a bit of Christmas humor...

*THE STORY OF LITTLE JOHNNY*

One Chirstmas there was a little boy named Johhny. Now, little Johnny walked up to his mother a few days before Christmas and began telling her a very long list of things that he wanted. His mother let him continue for a few moments before stopping him and saying, "Thats very nice Johnny. However, you need to write the baby Jesus a list of things you want. Otherwise you will not get them."
So, off Little Johnny runs to sit at the table which is set up next to their families' nativity scene. He has a large stack of papers and a pen. After making him self comfortable, he then begins writing a letter to the baby Jesus.
After a few moments he shakes his head and crumples the first letter. Finding it hard to write the proper words. He continues with sheet after sheet of paper until he was down to one last piece. The rejected ones, crumpled, surrounding his feet. With a sigh of frustration, he stares at the last piece. He grumbles grumpily, glancing around the room to try and find the words. His gaze settling on the nativity scene next to him. Suddenly, little Johnny gets an idea. He runs over to the scene and takes the virgin Mary from her place. Sneaking her past his mother up to his room. Hiding her in his sock drawer, way in the back. With a rather large grin he walks back to the table, proud that he thought of such a grand idea. With a flourish, he sits back down and begins writing to the baby Jesus again.

"Baby Jesus,
If you EVER want to see your Momma again. You'll bring me all the presents I want... If you don't YOU'LL NEVER SEE HER ALIVE!
Sincerely,
Little Johnny"


Ha ha ha! MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

... ]]> *Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11160350/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/11160350/ Sat, 23 Dec 2006 09:43:32 PST

I'm bored as all hell and I'd like a few suggestions on what I should draw. ANyone have any ideas they could throw my way? Anything at all? I'll find some time and work on whatever is suggested. Thanks muchly!

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/10977135/ Wed, 06 Dec 2006 20:18:50 PST

I know, it's been a minute, but I did take some time out of my hectic day and did some artwork. *pat on the back for me* I plan on giving that there feather to my Grandparents in Arizona for christmas. I know, it's cheap and cheezy but my grandparents love it when I give them things that I made. Anyhow, my Grandpa gives me jewlery that he makes every holiday. So I think they'll enjoy it. All I have to do is get a frame for it. Yay! Well, I'm going to paint my Uncle and Aunt something too, I have plenty of feathers in which to play with so on with the gift making...

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

*Phoenixflysagain http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/10838111/ http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/10838111/ Fri, 24 Nov 2006 19:10:35 PST

Alright, so, I'm had a rather bad Thanksgiving (yesterday) since the day previous, I had a stomach ache. Not your normal, everyday stomach ache either... Hunched in a ball, practically unable to move or even pick up my child type pain. Now, I'm not one who typically whines about any type of pain. I hate doctors and other forms of medical care. Hence my medicine cabinet filled with every form of over the counter heal all remedies. I also have absolutely no insurance, partially because I cant afford it, that and the only insurance I've been concerned with is my son's.
Anyhow, this is how my day went. I woke up at around 9am, cleaned the house with my mom and played with my son for a few hours until I had to help with the dinner prep. At this point I HAD to sit down, the pain was so horrible. Once my whole family arrived and we all sat down to dinner I could barely eat anything. Anything I did eat threatened to come back up. Thats when I started thinking; "After Dinner, I'm going to lay down for a bit." So, up to my room I wearily hobbled. Of course on my way up my dad poked me in the stomach just goofing off and made me cringe in pain and just about fall down the stairs. I then scolded him, telling him "Don't do that! My stomach hurts really bad!" After reaching my goal of a quiet bedroom, my hubby wandered in. He spoke to me for a few minutes, he of course was concerned. He knew my stomach had been bothering me since wednesday and it was just getting worse. Tylenol wouldn't even relieve the pain. Neither would Ibuprofen. So, after about an hour of him convincing me it'd be a good idea to go to the hospital instead of dying from appendicitis [sp?] I agreed and then went to tell my mom I needed to go ( Yes, I'm 24 and still living with my parents)
Off we go to the hospital (yay!). I get there and tell them that I'm in serious pain. My stomach had been hurting me since wednesday and I really thought that something was wrong. They rushed me into my own room in the ER and there I sat for a half hour. I wasn't scared or anything, I didn't know what was wrong so I figgured I'd worry when they figgured it out. They drew blood, hooked me up to an I.V. of fluids and then injected me with morphine to get rid of the pain. They then poked and prodded me and I sat for a while longer. Then, after about another hour, I finally see a doctor. He tells me that my blood culture had a high white blood cell count, meaning that there was something going on. At this point my husband had arrived at the hospital, he of course was worried and nervous (he is a serious hypocondriac). He of course is freaking out and getting all jittery. One of the guys from radiology came in with two 25oz. cups of about the nastiest liquid I've ever had to drink in my life. Imagine someone crushes Tylenol, adds a touch of Sweet and Low and a bunch of water... After all of that fun, they wheeled me to the CT scanner to take a look-see at my stomach. After a few minutes of "Breath in and hold it..." Then "Breath" They injected me with some other kind of fluid to really see my innards. Which, by the way, tastes like bottom shelf Vodka... Even though they injected it I could taste it. Really gross. Then back to my room. At this point my husband is freaking! He says about the sweetest and most insane thing I think I've ever heard him say. "You know you are the glue that holds my crazyness together." Of course that made me laugh... Which hurt. Even though I was doped up. SO, after about another hour of waiting, they come in and tell me that it's not appendicits. I apperantly have cysts on both of my ovaries and one of them had ruptured, causing immense pain. Feels just like appendicits minus the puking and dying. But, they wanted me to go back today. SO, I did and indeed I'm not dying. Yay. Anyhow thats about all of the excitement I think I can deal with for the next few months. Now, I have to get insured and try to figgure out how the hell I'm going to pay the bill. Well, I have some pain meds, and I'm tired so I'll end this little rant.

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/10557998/ Mon, 30 Oct 2006 10:17:45 PST

Well, I'll never make the mistake of posting something that would give rise to me getting banned again. During my two weeks I didn't have the heart to even pick up a pencil to work on anything. Hopefully I can keep that promise to myself. I am very sorry that it happened. Anyhow, during my lack of creative energy, I've been sick and exhausted constantly. Perhaps they have something to do with one another?
I've also discovered something about myself. Well not really discovered... But I'm seeking out something new. A new beginning perhaps? Well, only time will tell.
I've been looking into therianthropy. I'm not definate if this is a spiritualistic path I should take or a very serious issue I have with myself. I just don't know. Then again, how do you know if "The water is right" if you don't jump in? Well, I've got some soul searching to do. Alot of "self evaluation" really. I don't know where this is going to lead. Perhaps it will even lead to nowhere. But, I'm willing to "lay my cards" and see what happens.

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

http://Phoenixflysagain.deviantart.com/journal/9831766/ Wed, 23 Aug 2006 19:49:44 PDT

For more info, check: [link]

THE LIST:
1. Introduction
2. Love
3. Light
4. Dark
5. Seeking Solace
6. Break Away
7. Heaven
8. Innocence
9. Drive
10. Breathe Again
11. Memory
12. Insanity
13. Misfortune
14. Smile
15. Silence
16. Questioning
17. Blood
18. Rainbow
19. Gray
20. Fortitude
21. Vacation
22. Mother Nature
23. Cat
24. No Time
25. Trouble Lurking
26. Tears
27. Foreign
28. Sorrow
29. Happiness
30. Under the Rain
31. Flowers
32. Night
33. Expectations
34. Stars
35. Hold My Hand
36. Precious Treasure
37. Eyes
38. Abandoned
39. Dreams
40. Rated
41. Teamwork
42. Standing Still
43. Dying
44. Two Roads
45. Illusion
46. Family
47. Creation
48. Childhood
49. Stripes
50. Breaking the Rules
51. Sport
52. Deep in Thought
53. Keeping a Secret
54. Tower
55. Waiting
56. Danger Ahead
57. Sacrifice
58. Kick in the Head
59. No Way Out
60. Rejection
61. Fairy Tale
62. Magic
63. Do Not Disturb
64. Multitasking
65. Horror
66. Traps
67. Playing the Melody
68. Hero
69. Annoyance
70. 67%
71. Obsession
72. Mischief Managed
73. I Can't
74. Are You Challenging Me?
75. Mirror
76. Broken Pieces
77. Test
78. Drink
79. Starvation
80. Words
81. Pen and Paper
82. Can You Hear Me?
83. Heal
84. Out Cold
85. Spiral
86. Seeing Red
87. Food
88. Pain
89. Through the Fire
90. Triangle
91. Drowning
92. All That I Have
93. Give Up
94. Last Hope
95. Advertisement
96. In the Storm
97. Safety First
98. Puzzle
99. Solitude
100. Relaxation

O.k. So, you're prolly wondering why I have a list of random words. Well just click the link and all will be explained. I'm gonna do this because it will keep my mind off of my worries.

So, I went a little crazy digging up these awsome stamps.

*Phoenixflysagain