Good Morning and Happy Thursday! It was funny as last night..

Good Morning and Happy Thursday! It was funny as last night I posted a response to a question, but when I received a message asking if I was leaving the site, well, that's when it struck me that the message might not have come across as intended! LoL. So in an effort to try to say it another way, I am fortunate to do what I do. I am grateful, and feel lucky to be able to be a creator who sells content online. It is an incredibly creative challenge and is most rewarding, both intellectually as well as financially. This all has not come easy and without sacrifice, as is with anything in life that is worth the while. This is a journey which is one that I enjoy. Is everything that I do that is associated with this fun? No, for one, tax preparation is not fun. It is necessary and most important, but not something that I enjoy. Another things is version control and managing external hard drives - no fun. You would think this stuff would come easy, and for someone who has a knack for being organized, well, this wouldn't be a challenge, but as you know, we are all different. For me, the excitement, and passion, comes with the creating, and the reception the art receives. The ability to create a story and bring the story to life - that is fun. When someone messages letting me know that they loved the video, or that what they saw was so unique, or they drop a random tip just to show appreciation - yeah, it's nice. Also, I realize there are so many options out there for your naughty fun, and you didn't have to pick me, nor do you have to come back again and again. There's so much free out there, which is why anytime someone does decide to dip into their wallet and spend, I want to express my gratitude for the investment in me and my craft - thank you. One of the reasons my library is as diverse as it is is simply because I made so much based on custom video requests. Someone would come to me with a fantasy, and then I would ask some questions and hopefully turn that dream into a production that was most pleasing. Now, those dreams, would of course be shared at mass, with of course, artfully removing names and anything that might be too personal to the executive producer, but that's where all this came from, or at least started. You may have noticed, I have a waitlist. If you are interested in anything custom, whether a video or an audio, I'm happy to write down your idea on a PowerPoint slide, but it comes with the disclaimer that I'll message you when I have availability. I do this, because I don't want the pressure, or the guilt of running behind, being slow, and not getting to your dream. In many ways, I truly never wish to disappoint and let others down. While some may not care, I do, in a very big way. I put my heart into this, which is where all the passion stems. If you didn't know, I have big plans for all that I'm doing. This isn't something that is just a side hobby, or something to distract me because I'm bored. I take this very seriously and try to treat what I do, like any other business who looks to provide a luxury service. Now I realize this is all still amateur hour, and the product is what it is, which sadly, in so many circles is completely laughable, however, I don't care. Like in life, you go with what you have, and then do your best to use your smarts and creativity to make the most out of it, and that is what I strive to do each day. When someone asks, which was your favorite video to make, or did you enjoy making that video? I mean, I don't know. There were some customs I made that felt a little goofy, honestly. There's this cherry pie crushing one, which focused around a boot stomping fetish - again, not judging or anything. I found out someone had a fetish for my neck, and wanted a neck focused video, and I did that. I've recently come to realize that there are several out there who have an underarm fetish - again, things I never realized! LoL. And I laugh, but seriously, no judgment! The thing is, when accepting a commission to create, I was always grateful for someone to pick me, and it was always, and is always my absolute goal to deliver an amazing product. Which is again, why I put such a focus on the art, because that is my product. There are videos I made years ago that sell themselves, day after day. I will message people to thank them, and oftentimes never hear back, which is totally ok. The Masquerade, which I can hardly spell, and I keep on teasing, is designed, as I've said me before, to properly reward, recognize as well as help focus my limited attention. There are so many, so many, who have made such investments into me and my life, and I always feel I never do enough to return an express my sincere appreciation. So yeah, again, thank you. Though do know, this new concept, is going to be a lot of fun and is totally designed to give back - so stay tuned. And since I love a good story, here's another way to explain what I'm trying to say: In a bustling city, there was a painter known for her breathtaking canvases. From an early age, she was deeply passionate about painting, dedicating countless hours to perfecting her craft. Her studio was a testament to her journey, filled with an array of high-quality brushes and paints, each reflecting her commitment and evolution as an artist. A visitor, captivated by her art, once remarked, "Your paintings are incredible! Did you start painting to earn a living, or was it always about the passion?" The painter led the visitor to a corner of her studio, where her earliest works were displayed alongside her recent masterpieces. The early paintings, though less refined, were vibrant and full of life, clearly reflecting her innate passion for art. Her latest works, on the other hand, were not just technically superior but also rich with emotional depth and maturity. She explained, "Since the beginning, my heart has always been in painting. Of course, like anyone, I needed to earn a living, and I’m grateful that my art has provided for me. But it's always been my passion that drives me. This passion was present in my earliest, simplest paintings and continues to be the essence of my current masterpieces." She continued, "The commitment to my art, the continuous learning, and the investment in my studio – all of it was fueled by my love for painting. While I've been fortunate to make a living from my art, it's the passion that's been the constant. It's what makes each piece, regardless of when it was created, special and authentic." The visitor understood then that the painter’s journey was not just a career but a lifelong passion beautifully intertwined with her livelihood. Her art was a true reflection of her dedication and love for painting, evident in every brushstroke, from her humble beginnings to her current masterpieces. True passion is not just a byproduct of success but the driving force from the very start. XoXo, KS