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I just want to say thank you so much for the Daily Deviation.
I am absolutely amazed by the outpouring of love and support from people. It's incredible to know that there are so many people struggling with the same things I am, and I'm so happy that this comic made people feel better.
I want to thank Istebrak for suggesting my work; she is one of the sweetest, most talented people I've ever had the pleasure of meeting on this site. And I'd like to thank KasumiCR for featuring me - it means so much. :heart:

I wrote this about a really hard time in my life, and spoke about a problem that I'm still experiencing to a different degree. I just want to let everyone who read this comic know, it'll be okay. Someday it will. And you'll feel a million times better.
Remember that there are people out there who are feeling exactly what you're feeling. That's not to dismiss or diminish your experiences - it's to let you know that you're not alone. There are people and resources out there for you to rely on. I promise. You just have to find the right support network.
And remember, being on medication doesn't mean you're broken or wrong, and needing medication doesn't mean you're using it as a crutch. Depression and anxiety can be a chemical imbalance in your brain - all you're doing is changing the balance. :tighthug:

Now go out there and win. Even if it's not today, this month, or this year, I hope you'll remember how strong you are inside.
I love you all. :love:
-Rachel
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Hey guys, I've been mostly inactive here for the better part of a year.
If you want to follow me or contact me, please go check out my blog or my sketchblog.

-Rachel
PS - I love you guys, I just prefer the tumblr interface.
I may still post stuff here about the Tortall Comics Project Vol. 2.
Hope you all have a great new year.
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Anime Expo 2013

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Anyone who's going this year - if you recognize me, say hi! :)
I'll be wandering around the Artists' Alley on Saturday, checking stuff out and trying not to empty my wallet.
I'll probably be wearing my Jurassic Park t-shirt and some shorts, and grinning like an idiot.
-Rachel
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I graduated from high school.
It was a long, arduous journey, but I managed not to drown in the tedious bullshit known as high school.

In August, I leave for Oakville, ON. I'll finally be going to school for something I like.
Also the weather will be great, as will the ACTUAL SEASONS.
I live in Los Angeles, California. We have two seasons, Fire Season and Earthquake Season, and they're both year-round.

I'm not so depressed or tired anymore, and I'm functioning better nowadays. I do still have some problems with fatigue and burn-out, but they're not nearly as bad as they used to be. I'm feeling a lot better.

And I'm animating more, trying to learn how to do this. It's hard when the only way to learn is to jump in.
I post mostly on my tumblr nowadays.

Thanks for the support guys. :heart:
-Rachel
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Le sigh.

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I am tired. That is all.
I hope to soon escape from the hell known as high school.
I'm moving to Canada in a few months for college.
Please let time speed up.
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