Quote by ASH-HikariI guess to answer
the title question: nothing. Yes, I don't think anything could ever change my
beliefs. Maybe it seems close minded, but I believe that there is one true
answer out there, and I believe I know what it is. (That sounds conceited, sorry
0_0) I'm a very logical person, so my mind does say things like "How can
you be sure beyond doubt that what you believe is true?" but my heart
already knows. I've never been the best at explaining myself, so I won't really
try.
Quote by shoujoboyThese are the kinds
of comments that scare me. The fact that there is no conceivable way to convince
you that your way of thinking is wrong, is the type of thinking that creates
extremism and hate.
You know, I agree. Extremism and hate is often born from people not being able
to accept someone else's way of thinking. But not everyone is like that. Even
though I have no doubt in my religion, I don't feel any hatred towards those who
don't agree with me, nor do I try to push my beliefs on others. I may mention it
and talk about it, but forcing is very wrong. I think the people who feel that
hatred are just not thinking, and they need to realise they're giving people
even more reason to hate them. There are even things in my religion I don't
always agree with, but I still believe that they're true. Just because I don't
agree with them for myself doesn't make them wrong.
Quote by shoujoboyWere I to have been
your parent, I could have taught you that all black people want to steal and
rape. I could have drilled that into your head and made you believe
it.
This is why I think a time comes when everyone should just start thinking for
themselves. When we are young, we are usually taught one thing, and when we grow
up we refuse to believe anything else. But people need to realise this, and find
their own answers. Both sides of my family are very different religion wise, and
both my parents disagree on many things, so I have to do my own thinking. There
are things I've been taught that I don't agree with. But in the end, both my
parents and myself ended up as the same religion. We still disagree on some
little matters but our beliefs lie in the same place.
I guess what I'm basically trying to say is, use your brain everyone, it's there
for a reason Anyways I don't usually participate in these discussions; not sure
why I did, but thanks for listening. And for the record, I'm not Christian
(people usually assume), I'm Muslim.
(And for those of you who like scientific answers, the Qur'an has things
mentioned in it that science didn't discover until ages later ^^ But as I said,
no forcing )
I appreciate your input, and it's that kind of rational discussion that I was
looking for with this topic. I was more than aware of the fact that there would
be a great deal of people who likely had no way of changing their beliefs, but
it was interesting to see that was not only true of those who are religious, but
also of those who are not. Ultimately I wanted insight into why people thought
the way they did and to get a better idea of whether or not it was strength of
belief or just people being stubborn. I'd say it's a combination of both at this
point. Regardless, you put across good points without flaming others as many
members in this board typically do.
Quote by ASH-HikariI know I faved the
wall version, but I didn't comment and I must so I'll do it here~ Because this
vector is just to die for GORGEOUS. Really. You are the best at turning manga
scans into pieces of art. Yuuki looks so adorable here, with the "shh"
pose and the long hair. And you made her eyes so beautiful and expressive; it's
like they're real. Just awesome! And the wall version is definetely going on my
desktop!
Hi Hikari-chan
thanks a lot for the sweet comment
im glad you liked it
see you around
I'm good ^^ Nothing new, really~
What I'm walling next? I'm not really sure myself, I mostly have gifts on my
to-do list...
Oh, I'm almost done a Higurashi wall, so that should be soon ^^
How are you?
oh btw
oh...heheh
wow sugoi, higurashi wallie...
im fine...tomorrow will be one year since my grandma died so we are going on
cementry to visit her...
i loved her so much, she was someone special in my life.
tomorrow will be pretty busy day since there will be many guests here....
im going to sleep now...hhehe.....
have you watched vampire knight till the end? and what do you think about anime
version?
you're welcome Hikari-san ^^
Your vectors are so beautiful...the lines are neat and thin
hope i can see more of your works ^^
have a lovely day and take care!
Quote by ASH-HikariYou're welcome; I
still can't get over how great it looks ^^ Haruhi's face is adorable.
Ah, fireworks? You must mean 4th of July? Here In Canada we had our fireworks 2
days ago for Canada Day ^^ But maybe I'll watch the fireworks on TV
Have fun and take care!
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Ooh, love the Lucky Star banners ^^
Ohh be careful with the fireworks! 'Cause last sunday I almost died because of
them '''
I was watching the fireworks with my boyfriend and one of them exploded right
above us >__< and then a piece of it fell right next to us, and it would
have hit me if my boyfrined haven't saved me '
Take care~!
merged: 07-03-2008 ~ 04:29pm
Oh btw '' Thanks for the personal fav ^_^ I really appreciate it
Oh btw
can i
add your e-mail?
Quote by ASH-HikariLovely wall
Kairi-chan I love the pattern of the background, and the colours. And how her
face is cut off. My favourite version is the textured one with the face, but the
faceless is good too. Really nice job!~
Quote by ASH-Hikari...wow 0_0 You just
really got me with this wall. Mostly with what you wrote at the top there.
Because I can relate to it so much, it's freaky. I've stopped walking. I'm
standing still. And I'm still wearing the mask. I know what it's like to be
there. So of course this wall has totally captured me. And I'm amazed this is an
original. It's awesome; the painty vector, the warped perspective, the mask
symbolism. The whole thing is awesome! A new big fave for me. Wonderful work
Kairi-chan.
Thanks so mch for all the support
I like to write those kind of things, especially when I can go back and use them
to be creative and express myself more than words. Glad to kow I was
"successful".
I can't really say I'm walking now too, perhaps I am, but still very slowly.
Thank you so much again. Hope you can begin to "walk" very soon and
take off the "ugly" mask.
Quote by ASH-Hikari
Aw, thanks so much Kairi-chan! <3 I'm glad you can feel the emotions in the
wall. I think this is the first time I really attempted that, so I'm very happy
that it seems to be a success ^^ Your comment doesn't suck It made me
so happy I'm really glad you like it, thanks again ^_^
(hiromi <33)
Yes, it is a success ^^
In my point of view, I think this is the difference between artists and simply
wallers. Because artists put a lot more of emotions into making them than simply
wallers. I apreciate the concept a lot more than the finished result but when
the finished result really portrays the concept, it's plain awesome.
I think that's what happened with your wall, both the concept and the result are
great ^^
I hope you've been doing fine and that everything is okay ^.^
edit:
whoa, wait! A journal update!
You went to a park? How lucky. I haven't been to one of those for years
Aww you left so much comments for me *...* Thank you!
However...I'm too lazy to get them all ^^;
I love your comments, your so praise-ful makes me feel
like I'm drinking tea with you all the time
I can't say how joyed I am to see a wallie from you,
it's been so long and you know seeing a good, good wall always
puts you in the mood to make one and get out there and start vectoring....
somewhat since I'm lazy ^^;
It's always a pleasure to see your comments and works
and do hope to see more, you know it's getting hard holding
down the fortress of awesomeness without you >..>
*hugs* Take great care, love you always Ash-chan :3
merged: 07-03-2008 ~ 02:07pm
Quote by ASH-HikariWow, another one!
Everyone's been vectoring and walling so much lately; I've really gotta kick my
butt into gear, ne?
Like all your originals, I love it, but I especially love the message. Just
really well done. Looking at this, I feel somewhat happier, lol ^^ Love the
heart and sparklies too, they're a nice touch :3
Oh my, does Kit-chan have the power of making
people happy :0
Yea, I've been a busy, busy bee ^^;
Thanks for the comment and fave! again!
and.... ok I'm going to go now, I'm getting too use to your pinku guestbook
and you'll never get rid of me >..<
Quote by KittenOh me? yea I gotta continue
those ^^;
Welcome, I thought you were having a "me" moment...
All your walls have this innocence to them,
very pretty and delicate.
Beautiful vectoring, your back!
I think the back ground is very well done,
as expected from you...maybe blurring the tress a bit
to give it that far away feel but not to much.
It's so good to see a wall from you,
it's not easy finding walls that move you and of course
no one has your style in it :3 Great job.
Aw, thank you so so much Kitten-chan <3 Your comment made me so happy ^^ Ah,
blurring the trees, I never even thought of that, probably a good point. But I'm
glad you like it, thanks again!
merged: 07-03-2008 ~ 11:41am
Waah, fave of the moment? Thanks so much! <33
And your welcome banner is gorgeous ^^
merged: 07-03-2008 ~ 02:11pm
Quote by Kitten
Aww you left so much comments for me *...* Thank you!
However...I'm too lazy to get them all ^^;
I love your comments, your so praise-ful makes me feel
like I'm drinking tea with you all the time
I can't say how joyed I am to see a wallie from you,
it's been so long and you know seeing a good, good wall always
puts you in the mood to make one and get out there and start vectoring....
somewhat since I'm lazy ^^;
It's always a pleasure to see your comments and works
and do hope to see more, you know it's getting hard holding
down the fortress of awesomeness without you >..>
*hugs* Take great care, love you always Ash-chan :3
Yeah, I've been trying to make up for my absence But
I've gotten tired of commenting now and am back to just faving :P
Drinking tea, I like that idea Let's meet
up again sometime soon, ne? At my place this time :P
Aw, you're too sweet Kitten-chan <33 I haven't had much motivation lately,
but you always manage to inspire me, along with everyone who comments on my work
^^ I'm always so happy when I can share my work with others so I'm disappointed
that I've been slacking so much.
Honestly you do a pretty good job holding down the fortress of awesomeness
yourself :P But I'll try to pitch in a bit more Don't
worry about being lazy; no matter how lazy you think you are, I'm always lazier
*Many hugs in return* ^^
Lol
damn, now I HAVE to wall it "me and ash having tea!"
I'll have too much with it though
Aww well duh, what are friends for?
"motivate, motivate and confidence!" (cheap spell)
Aww do I? you gotta stop pampering me with nice comments,
I'll turn into those stray cats coming back for food you know :p
Oh lazier? well can't beat that level I suppose,..your crown my queen "puts
tiara on ash" :3
Quote by ASH-HikariI commented on the
wallpaper version at AP. This is my new favourite of the moment 0_0 They just
all look so awesome like that. I love love love it!
Thanks you sooo much for the sweet comments and for the favs
I'm really glad you like it Ash-san
Hello Ash-chan! Long time no chat I know for sure. I
fianlly submitted something after 4 months. Though I see you have changed your
userpage once again. Your vectors are still lovely as ever I can see. *_*
Quote by ASH-HikariVery nice,
Kitten-chan ^^ I like the concept, the colours, and the rainyness. And the girl
is very cute; you based her off that Euphie scan right? I can see it in her
face. And her eyes are lovely. Keep up the great work with these
originals!
Yea, I love that scan of Euphe so I used it
for her eyes ^^
Thanks for the comment and fave ashy-chan <3
merged: 06-12-2008 ~ 01:39pm
Quote by ASH-HikariWow, a highlight!
Well deserved for you, who I think has become one of the best artists around
here ^^ And this piece is no different. A fight scene couldn't have been easy to
do from scratch. I just love the whole thing, though my favourite part may be
the fire. Wonderful job!
Awww stop your making me blush >..<
Thank you very much for the comment and fave,
I made the fire myself as well, I was happy with it so I'm
glad it came out good enough for someone to not point it out.
No it's not =__= but I plan to do more since I like the movement
and challenge in it. Thanks so much for the praise.
I appreciate your input, and it's that kind of rational discussion that I was looking for with this topic. I was more than aware of the fact that there would be a great deal of people who likely had no way of changing their beliefs, but it was interesting to see that was not only true of those who are religious, but also of those who are not. Ultimately I wanted insight into why people thought the way they did and to get a better idea of whether or not it was strength of belief or just people being stubborn. I'd say it's a combination of both at this point. Regardless, you put across good points without flaming others as many members in this board typically do.
hahax.!~ your welcome ash-chan~ =]
i'm doing good! hope you are too~ =]
Hi Hikari-chan
thanks a lot for the sweet comment
im glad you liked it
see you around
Hey!
You`re welcome, Hikari-chan! :3
Always happy to see one of your amazing works. :]
Take care~
no problem
how are you btw? anything new?
can i know what are you walling next?
merged: 07-04-2008 ~ 04:18pm
oh btw
oh...heheh
wow sugoi, higurashi wallie...
im fine...tomorrow will be one year since my grandma died so we are going on cementry to visit her...
i loved her so much, she was someone special in my life.
tomorrow will be pretty busy day since there will be many guests here....
im going to sleep now...hhehe.....
have you watched vampire knight till the end? and what do you think about anime version?
I love many of your submittions,especially vectors,they are dead beautiful!
you're welcome Hikari-san ^^
Your vectors are so beautiful...the lines are neat and thin
hope i can see more of your works ^^
have a lovely day and take care!
Ohh be careful with the fireworks! 'Cause last sunday I almost died because of them
'''
'
I was watching the fireworks with my boyfriend and one of them exploded right above us >__< and then a piece of it fell right next to us, and it would have hit me if my boyfrined haven't saved me
Take care~!
merged: 07-03-2008 ~ 04:29pm
'' Thanks for the personal fav ^_^ I really appreciate it 
btw
can i
add your e-mail? 
Oh btw
Oh
Thanks so mch for all the support
I like to write those kind of things, especially when I can go back and use them to be creative and express myself more than words. Glad to kow I was "successful".
I can't really say I'm walking now too, perhaps I am, but still very slowly.
Thank you so much again. Hope you can begin to "walk" very soon and take off the "ugly" mask.
(hiromi <33)
Yes, it is a success ^^
In my point of view, I think this is the difference between artists and simply wallers. Because artists put a lot more of emotions into making them than simply wallers. I apreciate the concept a lot more than the finished result but when the finished result really portrays the concept, it's plain awesome.
I think that's what happened with your wall, both the concept and the result are great ^^
I hope you've been doing fine and that everything is okay ^.^
edit:
whoa, wait! A journal update!
You went to a park? How lucky. I haven't been to one of those for years
Aww you left so much comments for me *...* Thank you!
However...I'm too lazy to get them all ^^;
I love your comments, your so praise-ful makes me feel
like I'm drinking tea with you all the time
I can't say how joyed I am to see a wallie from you,
it's been so long and you know seeing a good, good wall always
puts you in the mood to make one and get out there and start vectoring....
somewhat since I'm lazy ^^;
It's always a pleasure to see your comments and works
and do hope to see more, you know it's getting hard holding
down the fortress of awesomeness without you >..>
*hugs* Take great care, love you always Ash-chan :3
merged: 07-03-2008 ~ 02:07pm
Oh my, does Kit-chan have the power of making
people happy :0
Yea, I've been a busy, busy bee ^^;
Thanks for the comment and fave! again!
and.... ok I'm going to go now, I'm getting too use to your pinku guestbook
and you'll never get rid of me >..<
merged: 07-03-2008 ~ 02:22pm
Lol
damn, now I HAVE to wall it "me and ash having tea!"
I'll have too much with it though
Aww well duh, what are friends for?
"motivate, motivate and confidence!" (cheap spell)
Aww do I? you gotta stop pampering me with nice comments,
I'll turn into those stray cats coming back for food you know :p
Oh lazier? well can't beat that level I suppose,..your crown my queen "puts tiara on ash" :3
Thanks you sooo much for the sweet comments and for the favs
I'm really glad you like it Ash-san
Take care~! And beware of the fireworks!
hi ASH-Hikari^^
i want to say
have a nice day!^^
P.S love your userpage
and your
vectors are awesome!
hii
Hi there Hikari-chan
I just wanted to say
I really appreciate your support
& btw I love your layout
see you around
I soo sorry for the late reply
but
school was keeping me very busy 
You're welcome 
So, how have you been?
Hello Ash-chan! Long time no chat I know for sure.
I
fianlly submitted something after 4 months. Though I see you have changed your
userpage once again. Your vectors are still lovely as ever I can see. *_*
Hello Ash-Hikari,
Thank you for watching me. I also have an eye on your page now too.
' I'm
sorry, I had to say it...
Thank you for the fave! I appreciate it alot!
Yea, I love that scan of Euphe so I used it
for her eyes ^^
Thanks for the comment and fave ashy-chan <3
merged: 06-12-2008 ~ 01:39pm
Awww stop your making me blush >..<
Thank you very much for the comment and fave,
I made the fire myself as well, I was happy with it so I'm
glad it came out good enough for someone to not point it out.
No it's not =__= but I plan to do more since I like the movement
and challenge in it. Thanks so much for the praise.