Furry Chat => General => Topic started by: Somebody on April 13, 2008, 10:25:51 AM
Title: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on April 13, 2008, 10:25:51 AM
Yesterday something horrible, well maybe not horrible but it still was unpleasant, happened to me.
Anyways I got this shirt that says "Furry pride." I baught it when I decided to come out of my closet so to speak about me being a furry. (Though I still haven't told my parents and siblings) Yesterday was also my birthday, nothing big I'm just gettin old.
Now to the point, I wanted to goto the Wal Mart to buy a game for my Wii, so I grabbed a random shirt which just happened to be my furry pride shirt. Anyways when I got there I was looking at a game and these guys start razzing me about being a furry, and made quite a scene over it. Push came to shove and before I knew it I had broke one guys arm, security had to break us up and now I potentially got a bad situation on my hands. I felt so embaressed and when I goto court I know my parents are going to find out. All over me being a furry. I feel absolutely horrible. I just wanted to buy a game to enjoy on my bday and day off from work.
There were 3 of them, and all of them could've walked right by and went on their way but no they had to harass me. I have worn the shirt before without problems. I'm not sure why this time it did. I have never been a violent person, sure I'm a big guy and can defend myself but most consider me to be a gentle guy. I wouldn't have bothered a soul had they not decided to make something of it. Now I might have to pay money, or serve time for assault. Though it might not be likely I was defending myself against 3 others cmon surely somebody musta noticed.
I don't mean to bring my problems here, I just needed a place to vent my fustrations. One thing for sure though is I'm still gonna wear my shirt if I want to.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Pibi on April 13, 2008, 12:16:08 PM
Don't worry, everyone here had ****** days ^^ But look at it from the other side, you just ******* furry hater, next time he'll think before offend anyone ^^ I also fought a lot, even with my elders and believe me, they forgive everything...
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: ¿ Jesse Pawman ? on April 13, 2008, 12:17:47 PM
One of the employees must've noticed the guy harassing you because at least one is always in the electronics department.
Just do whatever you are forced to do and accept it. You'll get in less trouble if you just go with teh flowz.
BTW. Wear the shirt to court.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on April 13, 2008, 12:43:50 PM
I thought I had deleted the post.
Anyways yeah its really depressing. I had to drive elsewhere because I got escorted out of wal mart by security on my birthday of all days. How embaressing, and yet sickly amusing looking back. I didn't think I'd run into furry haters here I honestly didn't think people here were that informed. (Or smart to be frank)
We damaged a shelf and broke a glass in the tussle. I think I did pretty well considering but its not even the fight that gets to me. Getting escorted out of Wal Mart of all places, and now having to goto court. I can't possibly describe it in words.
The only solice I have is knowing if I gotta pay a fine at least I broke that guys arm, right now I'd like to do more.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Goblin Cat 😸 on April 13, 2008, 12:55:47 PM
Well, I can agree that if the guys threw the first punch that you had a right to defend yourself and break one of their arms.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Dessum on April 13, 2008, 01:23:17 PM
Wll. All I can say is good luck. If you explain how much he was provoking you, maybe itll be easier. (I really want a shirt like that Your lucky, if it makes you feel any better)
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on April 13, 2008, 01:31:19 PM
I had the shirt made at the mall, you can have custom prints or letters ect put on it. I chose to have it say Furry Pride.
I shoved the guy first, however they threw the first punch (Which is where I broke his arm) At that same time security was already there because we had been yellin and pushing in the isle. I was just looking at games they came up and started on me so maybe that will get instigation and help me out.
As far as wearing the shirt in court, while it sounds cool I really don't want to bring the fandom any bad reputation. Sometimes its better not to show your pride to preserve the dignity of your passion.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: ephemral on April 13, 2008, 02:51:00 PM
Yes, it's much better you dress appropriate. You'll all likely be held responsible for damages. Being that you said you shoved first kinda kicks your self defense claim in the nards. Unless you can show how shoving seemed like your only option to avoid personal harm. lol
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Smitty the Airship Pirate on April 14, 2008, 11:50:50 PM
I see...quite a predictament, I wish you the best of luck and right now I am wondering how old were these guys?
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on April 15, 2008, 12:38:04 AM
Younger then me definately, but still in their 20s
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Octavia on April 15, 2008, 04:40:43 AM
I think we've all had those kind of things...Like...I wear my nascar jacket all the time...people look at me as if they never seen a red neck...I over hear what they say and jsut ignore it....I'm not a fighter....far from it :/
But yea. Formal wear is best for court...but....you could also wear your shirt under your suit...or whatever you're wearing...
the only thing I actually have to show I' ma furry is a black bracelet that says "Paw Pride" on it.
I seen a fight break out at a wal-mart before...it was over something racist...
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: [D.E.M] zetsumei on April 16, 2008, 04:34:34 PM
they where provoking you, look up a witness or 2... or 3, and you've got a case well done
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: CyberQueenBee on April 16, 2008, 04:45:52 PM
Wow! That's... amazing! Not nessicarily in a good way. But hey, you stood up for yourself and I'm proud of you. I feel for you too (gosh, I'd be happy if I could hit someone and it hurt, much less break their arm...). When you tell your parents, just tell them what you feel from teh heart. But wait a minute...
...Being a furry is more than dressing up in the little cute skins? I only do it Dream of Mirror Online and IMVU, cuz I like the ears and tails and stuff, so I wouldn't know. People do it in real life too? Maybe I have a lot to learn...
Sorry I know this isn't teh topic for that kind of thing, but I just had to ask. Like I said again, I"m proud of you. Never let a guy, or anyone for that matter, put their hands on you like that.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Arke on April 16, 2008, 07:15:40 PM
I applaud you.
Sure, you may not have handled the situation in the best way possible, but at least you stood up for yourself. I can't even do that. If they felt some need to make you feel bad about yourself, they deserved what they got. I honestly hope the one with the broken arm played some sort of sport, so he'll have to deal with being excluded from it. Let him suffer a little. Give him a reason to think twice before making fun of someone. Give him a reminder of this little scuffle, something to look back on once the pain has faded.
Now I'm just a little sadistic when it comes to this sort of thing, and I may have gotten just a smidge off topic, but I think I've made my point.
And once more, I applaud you.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on April 16, 2008, 07:35:08 PM
I appreciate the support. I can see where your comming from Im the same exact way.
Though I hate the fact it even came to that, I'm satisfied with the outcome minus the court date.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Dakota on April 17, 2008, 01:18:23 AM
im usually not a fighter, unless someone makes me extremely angry and then i have a problem, because of my size and the people who do or say stuff to me tend to be smaller i end up looking like the bad guy because they got more hurt.
that sux man, ive been charged with something in court before, NOT FUN!
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: flames on April 19, 2008, 03:29:28 PM
I'm very sorry to hear that there are so many idiots in the world. Hopefully your case will go well and show people what we have to endure. I can't imagine what you must be feeling, especially about your family. It was great of you to stand up to them, even if you didn't get the best result. Any form of unjustifiable discrimination sickens me. Over in the UK, few know of furries, so I only get discriminated about appearance, voice, personality, etc. I wish you luck!
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on May 11, 2008, 12:10:31 PM
I know this is not only replying in a old thread but double posting but I feel it is relevant to the thread topic.
The court date was to be monday, but the charges have been called off. I'm a free man. I couldn't be happier in that regard. Karma has finally dealt me a good card.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Goblin Cat 😸 on May 11, 2008, 12:13:50 PM
I believe that it's fine since you're updating on it. Congrats, Tezztor.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on May 11, 2008, 12:23:51 PM
Thanks I appreciate it. A big weight has been lifted from my shoulders.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: ¿ Jesse Pawman ? on May 11, 2008, 12:44:51 PM
Don't you mean CARD-ma?
*laughs at unbelievably stupid joke*
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on May 11, 2008, 12:56:09 PM
*Rolls up newspaper and thwaps Jesse* "No! No!"
heh but yeah I get it. I just wanna don my "Furry Pride" shirt and walk down the street with "staying alive" playing in the background. Thats what I think of whenever I think of being free for some reason.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: [D.E.M] zetsumei on May 11, 2008, 01:06:03 PM
look, its not like i have anything against furry pride, and i dislike people who over-react at it, but dont you think its a bit much to go around basically implying you are hated by society? because thats not true at all.. emos, goths, punks, metalheads and well, every lifestyle has to deal with people who dislike it (hate is too strong of a term) but the real hatred is mostly towards other races, other orientations, stuff like that. heck, most of the mainstream probably doesnt know what a furry is..
look, i really dont mind furries, and i know some people do, but you are not hated for being one imo
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on May 11, 2008, 01:08:57 PM
Who exactly is Implying that Dues? Just because I got a shirt that says that doesn't mean I'm on a crusade :P I'm just proud to be a furry. Its like wearing a shirt that says "AC/DC" on it. Your not out to prove that AC/DC is the best band ever you just like them
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: [D.E.M] zetsumei on May 11, 2008, 01:10:38 PM
yeah, i know, but you're implying you cant be "free to wear that t-shirt" while most people dont care what clothes someone wears
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on May 11, 2008, 01:15:49 PM
I must be having a blonde moment because I just don't get how what I said means I have to wear that to be free. I just said I wanted to wear that shirt and walk around with my own theme music (Ala peter griffin) and what better then staying alive.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: [D.E.M] zetsumei on May 11, 2008, 01:16:43 PM
ah, okay.. in that case i probably mis-understood one of your previous posts, my bad.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: Somebody on May 11, 2008, 01:20:31 PM
Nah, but it would feel nice, given that shirt is what started the whole mess.
Title: Re: Depressed
Post by: flames on May 11, 2008, 01:26:26 PM
I'm very glad to hear that you don't have to go to court anymore.