Why I do what I do. (Mainly Admining)

 Hi there,

 For those of you who don't know I am an editor, cosplayer, seamstress, cobbler, writer, administrator, painter, model and a few other things (and that's just relating to this fandom) and I am writing this to tell you why I do it.
What inspired me to become an Admin? A long time ago (I think this year will be the 3 anniversary, so yeah not that long...) I came across an anime fan page for Naruto. It was right after I had really gotten into anime so I was in aww by how amazing the current admin was and how much everyone loved them but then one day I saw a fan that really needed emotional support and they turned to the page for help since it was totally anonymous. The page helped them and they still check back in all the time. That made me think that I could help people one day, even if just by making them smile and forget their troubles for half a second. That is enough for me.
So I became an Admin known as Temari (and eventually Temari Nara) however once the end "ships" were released the fandom kinda got torn apart, especially from my little pages point of view. Everything died out and I was left with a hole in my soul.

Where did I admin next?
Sometime right before the big Naruto Shipping War Avatar Legends of Korra hit it big and all of the pages suddenly got revived. I was an avid fan back in the day and deeply admired Toph, Mai and Zuko. (And Sokka for his sarcasm but that is beside the point) so I turned to a page (The Fire Nation) when I found it, it was already well known however I was made an admin do to my incredibly reliable and interactive track record. I went by Mai. After KorraXAsami started becoming a thing I became very awkward with fans because everyone started forcing their beliefs and opinions and you couldn't have a single decent conversation without it turning into a war. (Once again Shipping ruins my fandoms) So I became less and less active and only post on their occasionally as is. ( I also did a short adminship with The Earth Kingdom as June but the leader of the page banished and seeing as everything died with Korra I couldn't maintain the status quo while the owner was away.)

Why do I admin where I do today?

Currently I admin on Anime Feels Overload, <3 Anime Geeks <3, Anime Quotes, Ani-Maze-Me, Aki Ame Okami and Random Fandom. 
I didn't want to get into another show specific page because it seems that once the series is over most fans move on so I stuck with a genre based page requirement. 
I love the emotional support that these pages provide not only the fans but the admins as well. I have had to deal with a lot these past few years and the other admins have always been understanding and supportive of me.
Anime Feels Overload: There are so many admins on this page its hard to keep them straight. Occasionally we get into disagreements but over all its been a wonderful adminship and I wouldn't trade it for the world. I haven't really bonded with any of the admins specifically but I have been introduced to so many wonderful anime and people because of them that its only fair to say that they are part of the reason I am who I am today.

<3 Anime Geeks <3: This page has an incredibly high like number but has very little interaction. I developed my traditional "Anime Games" through this page. I also got to meet one of my favorite friend admins (Kanra) because of this page. Kanra and I have shared a many wonderful memories however school seems to have stolen him away for the time being.... One day he will be back. It is simply what Kanra's do.

Anime Quotes: This page was abandoned. The only admins left are Radical Voodoo and I. Radical Voodoo and I get along fantastically. I value their opinion and am glad that I get to share an adminship on such a fantastic page with them.  This page gives me range to hone my editing skills and has a decent interaction rate. Just recently I fell ill and it kinda put me in an emotional slump. (I hate being sick because I cant contribute and that makes my existence pointless...) However, One of the fans told me how much they loved my quotes and how much I encouraged and inspired them and wished me well. Those simple words brightened my mood in ways you cant even believe. Even if that one fan is the only one reading my quotes I will still post them. 

Aki Ame Okami: For obvious reasons I made this page devoted to my adminship and all that I do with it. All my quotes can be found there. This page gives me a voice in all fandoms. Just because what I have to say might not be popular opinion or relevant to whatever pages I am currently admining I can always speak my mind on my page.  This is also where I debuted my first cosplays.

Ani-Maze-Me: Well come on, we have a blog why not have a FB page? Seriously though, This is Heiwa and I's(?) hopes and dreams in pixels. We cherish the memories made through these pages and I cant even imagine the wonderful things they hold for us in the future.

Random Fandom: Because occasionally I get inspired to do something non anime related ^_^
This page has a lot of great fans and a lot of great admins and sometimes feels more like a family than a page :P One of the head admins was actually one of the first people to support my cosplay interest so I am really grateful for this page.
I have met lots of great people through this page though. It has a great admin bonding secret group.... but you don't know that cause its a secret... Shhhh.....


Basically my entire lifes story started with a single page and my ability to put words on a picture. I don't have much written for a lifes story just yet, but the pages are filling fast. These events leading up to where I am today (220 likes :D ) have encouraged me to do something I have wanted to do for years.
At the end of January 2016 I am releasing Soul Thief onto the world. He is something that has long lived in my heart, head and soul and I can't wait to share him with you. Support me with this project just by looking at his blog.. You don't have to say anything. I will know :)  thelifeofsoulthief.blogspot.com

So far the thing I am most greatful for is my adventure as press at Yama-Con 2015. I thoroughly believe that experience has pointed me towards the career I want in my future.

Thanks for the read~

~Aki Ame Okami

Morganton-Con 2015!!!!!!!

                      Its Con time again!!

First I would like to say, when people tell you to not wait till last minute, LISTEN TO THEM! Sorry didn't mean to yell....

I stayed up until 2 A.M. (the morning of the Con) trying to finish my Kiba cosplay. I made 2 shoes (Traditional ninja sandal things), A kunai pouch (Turned out way to big because I couldn't find any good patterns. Winged it :P ) and a Ninja forehead protector. I did some minor things like attaching fur to a coat and sharpening nails, making fangs, etc.  I did all of that on Friday. What a day :P

Back on topic.
Morganton Comic Con   Is a smaller local con that really has that small town charm that was kinda lacking at Hickory-Con. Sadly my late night made me a bit forgetful this morning and I forgot my camera, I only have after pictures. Sorry :(
Any who I still can tell you about the vendors!!

• Zexainia Sutcliff

This was an art table that had some really cool pieces. The vendor herself cosplayed an original character of hers based off of the anime Bleach. She looked really awesome and had a real zanpakuto sword! (Long sword used by soul reapers)
Her art was on point, I saw a many of my favorite characters in her work. She also does commission work. (At least I think that's what her sign said, I was super busy looking at her art.. She draws Sebastian Michaelis very well. o.o)

• Baby Rabiez 

I was weak. I bought 2 awesome bracelets from this vendor. (One of the newer SAO bracelets and one of the newer Sebastian bracelets.)  The vendor was very fun to talk to and she had a great selection of merchandise, everything from sling bags (Those draw string bags that are great to use at conventions) to the most adorable dog tags. They are the fix for every fandom seeing as they carry a little of something for everyone. It made me so happy to see they had some Ouran HighSchool Host Club stuff.
You should really check them out!
I am going to link their FB page here- Baby Rabiez
Also I can't wait to see their booth at Yama-Con!!!! 

• Yarn Alchemy

This vendor has some of the coolest Crocheted items I have ever seen! It was really tempting to buy something but I had already spent all my money.. Bring more than $18 to a con. She had the most adorable poke-balls. Here is a link to her Deviant Art where she has some more details. Also seems like she might be planning on going to Ichibancon    Which is a convention I have looked at for a while.. Who knows maybe I will finally get my Poke ball at Ichibancon!!!

I got to see some good repeat vendors like Lindee and Chris wands, The magic within. Plenty of Comic vendors and Ding Bat Cosplay  made an appearance with their own booth/table. ( I never know what to call those *-*) She had some awesome stuff for sale! Not to mention a wonderful cosplay.

That is about all I can report from Morganton, there would have been more if I had my camera with me... 

Last but not least, a picture of me. I never could get the fangs to sit just right so I decided to leave them out.
I got 2 compliments from strangers, the first from a man and his friends. "I like your Shikamaru cosplay.".... Yeah, I guess the way I put my hair up under my jacket did look like Shikamaru. Fudge. 
A compliment is a compliment!
The second wasn't actually said to me but I over heard it, a girl when we first walked in, kinda had a fan girl moment over Kiba.. Which I am totally cool with because I would have to :P I hated being a disappointment to her, seeing as I am female and all O.o  But I think she was their with her boyfriend so it was ok anyways

 Glad I washed the jacket cause it ended up shrinking so that's why the zipper does that annoying independent thing.

Any who, Loved blogging with ya :D

~Aki Ame Okami