I paid off my student loans!
Added 2019-06-23 03:02:17 +0000 UTCHoly shit!
I am now completely debt-free! For the first time since... I literally cannot remember!
Why am I telling you guys? Well, here's some storytime for people who don't know. I can't remember if I told this story to you guys already, and it's a bit of a long one, so here we go... (TLDR version at the very bottom)
Back around early 2016 I was at the lowest point of my life. I had just ended a bad relationship, concluding an extended run of bad luck and poor financial decisions fueled by panic. I had drained my savings, racked up thousands of dollars of credit card debt and was forced to move back in with my parents. This is in addition to the impressive student loan debt I had accrued, having made little headway since graduating college in 2013. My total debt was in the tens of thousands of dollars.
Living commission payment to commission payment, prospects for finding an affordable place on my own was grim... It was going to be very expensive without roommates, but I desperately needed to live by myself. My best solution was an apartment in a city an hour away from family and friends. The alone time was sorely needed, but I was at a loss as to my next step in life.
How was I going to make a dent in my debt? How could I possibly save for the future? I had long-standing clients that were very generous to keep hiring me, but it was only enough to tread water. More and more it seemed like art, the field I went to college for and was truly passionate about, was no longer enough to live on. Art had been so much of my life for so long, that it truly broke my heart to think I'd have to replace it.
Before this point, I was too scared to try Patreon. I was dubious that I could make enough money through Patreon to survive, and it was safer to just keep taking commissions. But as the reality of my situation sank in, I realized I had nothing to lose.
And so, I formed my plan: I would open a Patreon and dedicate 100% of my time to producing content for it. And at the end of 6 months, if it wasn't enough to live on, I would close it and start making plans to learn a new profession. Pushed to the wall, I figured that if I couldn't make a living drawing my own ideas and comics, then at least I could say that I gave it a shot.
The positive response was more than I could have ever dreamed of. By the end of 6 months, I was not only covering my living expenses, but actually starting to make headway on my debt. The relief I felt, being able to draw my own content and that people were willing to support it, was indescribable. And now, two and a half years after starting my Patreon, I have crushed my credit card debt and wiped out my student loans.
After six years of struggling with insurmountable debt, it is because of you guys that I could finally defeat it. Whether you are a supporter from back in the early days, or if you just joined yesterday, it is thanks to you that I have been able to turn my life around. All of you have given me a path to the future when I was certain I had none. I can't imagine having another job, and I hope I can continue to make explicit smut for you for as long as I am able. Thank you so very much!
TLDR: I started my Patreon as a gamble and it worked out and completely turned my life around and paid all my debt and it's all thanks to you! 100%! Thank you from the bottom of my soul!
Comments
congrats man :D
Castel Cassy
2019-12-22 19:07:41 +0000 UTCI see you've art'd the kinkiest fantasy in the image for this post :D
H_R
2019-07-09 23:41:32 +0000 UTCCongrats!
Arkham_Beast
2019-07-08 05:08:18 +0000 UTCCongrats, Meesh!
2019-07-05 10:47:42 +0000 UTCCongrats, Meesh.
GentlemanPlayer
2019-07-05 02:30:36 +0000 UTCCongratulations Meesh! That's SUCH a huge weight off your shoulders now! Wishing you all the best (now to start saving for a much needed vacation ^_^ )
Nicnak
2019-07-03 22:06:12 +0000 UTCTime to buy a house and get into even crazier debt!
Meesh
2019-07-02 01:18:49 +0000 UTCThank you a ton for the support! Onwards and upwards!
Meesh
2019-07-02 01:17:54 +0000 UTCCongrats! At least someone did!
Moopy
2019-06-29 09:23:50 +0000 UTCYou have done what so many can not do and have dug yourself out of the debt hole. gratz!
RicanWolf
2019-06-27 21:10:38 +0000 UTCThat's incredible!!! I'm so happy to hear that you crushed your debt. I'm happy we could help you out and I'll continue until the unforeseeable future! Thank you for sharing with us and we can't wait to see where your journey will lead next. 😊
Carmine
2019-06-26 20:41:36 +0000 UTCIt's such a great feeling, right? Congrats dude, keep up the amazing work!
2019-06-25 13:38:54 +0000 UTCThat's an amazing compliment! I hope I can continue to impress. <3
Meesh
2019-06-25 00:35:38 +0000 UTCglad could help! love your work, so definitely not opposed to supporting your efforts :)
EMcKenney
2019-06-24 23:24:54 +0000 UTCcongrats!
Steelfire
2019-06-24 22:05:03 +0000 UTCYou know, I'm not even into furry porn, or at least, I wasn't before your work, Meesh. I love your storylines and your drawing style- it's fucking hot. I see other furry porn out there and I'm, like...meh.
Sparky
2019-06-24 20:33:33 +0000 UTCAin't that surreal? I could never imagine that I could afford to save up a down payment for a house with furry porn, but it's actually a possibility now...
Meesh
2019-06-24 19:23:50 +0000 UTCI'm so happy that I have the opportunity to make polished pages and illustrations without having to cut corners. Thank you so much!
Meesh
2019-06-24 19:23:02 +0000 UTCIt does feel really good to get updates in my creator inbox, knowing that I helped fund it. I know more than anyone that a lot of art couldn't happen without support from fans!
Meesh
2019-06-24 19:20:29 +0000 UTCThanks dude! I'm glad I stuck with it, I don't think I'm cut out for coding...
Meesh
2019-06-24 19:11:48 +0000 UTCI'll try and keep the kinks comin' as long as I draw breath! Thank you!
Meesh
2019-06-24 19:11:22 +0000 UTCNow you can finally save money and have a loan for a house or something!
Snow Kruzer
2019-06-24 07:36:48 +0000 UTCFan-freaking-tastic my dude! It seems like stuff is getting better for you which is awesome since you're one of the best (not even just yiff) artists I've ever seen! I do hope you prosper and take care of yourself. Continue to take your absolute time on your art, comics, commissions, etc to ensure your love and effort is shown in each line. Get that muney!!!
Eduardo Lira
2019-06-24 05:17:20 +0000 UTCI'm so happy for you, I'm glad that youre out of debt and living your life and im glad that my small donation helped. You make great art and you deserve every penny you make!
Dark Wulf
2019-06-24 05:10:12 +0000 UTCWow. Congrats. As a working commercial photographer, I know it's not easy out there. I commend you for finding your way to really express yourself. Stories like yours make me realize how needed Patreon is, and how amazing it is to band together to support an artist.
Sparky
2019-06-24 00:39:23 +0000 UTCIt would have been a major bummer to put it lightly! Thanks for helping make the dream happen!
Meesh
2019-06-24 00:07:52 +0000 UTCAs long as you guys have my back I think they will :)
Meesh
2019-06-24 00:00:48 +0000 UTCSo happy this worked out for you dude. All that hard work you put in paid off! So happy and proud of you!
Drake Arlin
2019-06-23 23:46:06 +0000 UTCCongratulations!
pj wolf
2019-06-23 21:53:28 +0000 UTCSick now give us furry porn please
A K
2019-06-23 21:04:32 +0000 UTCCongratulations! But, ya know what, the Patreon just helped you connect. It is your magnificent artwork and kinky ideas that keep us here. So, you really did the hard work, we were just along for the ride! GREAT NEWS ABOUT THE DEBT!!!!
sunkawakan
2019-06-23 20:44:18 +0000 UTCCongratulations Meesh! I'm super happy for you! It would have been a tragedy if you had had to give up art in order to make a living. Your art lured me into the furry fandom many years ago, and I'm glad to be able to do my small part in supporting you do what you love!
Spica
2019-06-23 20:44:14 +0000 UTCFantastic news! That's great to hear! I only hope things get even better from here!
Terminus
2019-06-23 20:16:34 +0000 UTCIt takes a lot of hard work but you can do it!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:57:56 +0000 UTCIt was finally time to tell it! Thanks Toki!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:57:24 +0000 UTCEvery bit added up! Thank you for your generosity!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:57:01 +0000 UTCIt really saved my bacon! Thank you for helping support me!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:55:17 +0000 UTCYou're a champion! I'll bet it felt incredible to make that last payment after all those years.
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:54:55 +0000 UTCThank you Sanmer!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:52:33 +0000 UTCYou guys patched the tires and filled the tank!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:52:09 +0000 UTCIt really can make a big different in someone's day, or even their life in my case! Thank you for helping out!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:51:20 +0000 UTCYou all saved my ass!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:46:14 +0000 UTCMe too, it was a very scary time...
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:45:47 +0000 UTCGlad to have you here!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:42:36 +0000 UTCThank you so much! I'll keep doing my best :D
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:41:20 +0000 UTCThank you dude!!
Meesh
2019-06-23 16:35:32 +0000 UTCThis is really heartwarming and it gives me hope. I'm in a similar situation to where you once were and as a fledgling artist, this makes me hopeful that I can come out on top as well. Congratulations
ERed
2019-06-23 14:28:43 +0000 UTCCongratulations are in order! :)
BigBird
2019-06-23 14:01:55 +0000 UTCI like these kind of stories~ and happy to support! ; A ;
Tokifuji
2019-06-23 13:35:47 +0000 UTCPs now you have time for more crocodile drawing! :V lol
Dematraxus
2019-06-23 12:01:47 +0000 UTCCongratulations Meesh!! I think all of us here are very happy to have assisted, at least a little bit! Being debt free is a great feeling and I wish you continued success.
Dematraxus
2019-06-23 12:01:00 +0000 UTCWE LOVE YOU MEESH, It's awesome this whole patreon thing worked out well for you!!!
SmuttySquid
2019-06-23 10:45:05 +0000 UTCTook me 15 years to get that student loan debt out of the way, so well done! Now's the time to start saving it up.
Anguis
2019-06-23 10:13:48 +0000 UTCYou’re fucking awesome dude keep living your best life ❤️
sweatpantsb0ner
2019-06-23 09:36:40 +0000 UTCyou did the hard work man, we were just along for the ride ;) Congrats all the same though
Vawlkus
2019-06-23 09:14:02 +0000 UTCFantastic! Congrats!
Thingymabob
2019-06-23 08:41:10 +0000 UTCCongrats :)
Sanmer
2019-06-23 08:38:30 +0000 UTCDude, hell yeah! That's awesome! :D
Kujiiro
2019-06-23 08:14:56 +0000 UTCReally puts in perspective how much supporting someone on here can genuinely help them. I'm super happy for you, congratulations!
Furious Frenchman
2019-06-23 07:47:07 +0000 UTCCongratulations!
FurBucks
2019-06-23 07:18:14 +0000 UTCFuck yeah Meesh congrats! I'm glad I helped you get out of debit hell a little bit :3
OrionMckracken
2019-06-23 07:16:37 +0000 UTCCongratulations Holly shit!
Diego P
2019-06-23 06:05:24 +0000 UTCI'm glad you weren't forced to turn your back on what you love for the sake of living.
Kracker
2019-06-23 05:53:12 +0000 UTCJust subscribed to your patreon for the first time ever today. Happy to hear you're getting the support you need to knock out these obstacles in life!
Trevyr
2019-06-23 05:34:17 +0000 UTCWell that's just a cool story. Nooice.
Supreme Overlord Llama
2019-06-23 05:33:42 +0000 UTCI am literally so happy for you. Words cant even express. Congratulations!!
Appleschloss
2019-06-23 05:15:38 +0000 UTCThanks for sharing your story with us. I'm glad to see you can continue to do what you love. The porn is great but your art style is what drew me to being a fan of your work. Its got a unique flair to it that I love. :)
2019-06-23 05:13:46 +0000 UTCMeesh, you are amazing man. You deserve all this and are someone I will always look up to :)
Narse
2019-06-23 04:55:50 +0000 UTCHeck yeah, dude. That's amazing to hear!
Foxovh
2019-06-23 04:19:45 +0000 UTCWe can cut sleep out of your schedule
Gabe
2019-06-23 04:15:17 +0000 UTCI already draw porn all day!
Meesh
2019-06-23 04:13:32 +0000 UTCThank you lunch meat!!!
Meesh
2019-06-23 04:13:16 +0000 UTCWonderful, wonderful savings! Thank you!
Meesh
2019-06-23 04:13:10 +0000 UTCNow you have more time to draw me porn. Chop chop
Gabe
2019-06-23 04:09:16 +0000 UTCBless you, I hope this frees you in new and unexpected ways
BroodsTheMoods
2019-06-23 04:09:11 +0000 UTChell yeah.
FMcB
2019-06-23 04:04:09 +0000 UTCI'M SO PROUD OF YOU MEESH YA FUCKIN DID IT
lunch meat
2019-06-23 03:58:43 +0000 UTCI'm beyond ecstatic for you. That is a huge thing, and I'm glad you went through with the idea. I'm in the same boat, but without the talent lmao Now, you can start amassing savings! <3 Here's to a healthy future, debt-free.
FeliciaIsMaiWaifu
2019-06-23 03:57:51 +0000 UTCPaying for porn is the surest way to make sure it keeps getting made! Thank you for your support :D
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:48:16 +0000 UTCSo proud of ya!!
Olivia Fennec
2019-06-23 03:45:02 +0000 UTCDude this is awesome to hear. It feels kinda weird paying for porn sometimes but to put it in perspective and understand that everyone here is literally supporting the ability for you to pursue and make a living off of your passion is so cool. Congratulations man.
2019-06-23 03:45:00 +0000 UTCFirst supporter clout! I wish there was a badge to signify that...
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:42:30 +0000 UTCEveryone slinging their cream to my art has made my dream!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:41:00 +0000 UTCCongrats dude!! It's so good to hear this. We'll be in our 50's before we're all paid off, so I know how rough it can get. I'm just so glad you've made it work without having to sacrifice doing what you truly enjoy. First supporter pride~!
smudge
2019-06-23 03:38:30 +0000 UTCNice!! Congrats to you as well!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:37:57 +0000 UTCThanks bruh! I'll keep workin hard :D
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:37:38 +0000 UTC<3
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:37:01 +0000 UTCI feel very lucky indeed that I made it and have the fan base that I have. Keep working hard and you'll make it!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:36:42 +0000 UTCHey glad to support an amazing person like you anyday ^^
Kevin Spolspoel
2019-06-23 03:35:02 +0000 UTCI'm feeling this vibe hard! Thank you!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:32:21 +0000 UTCGlad to hear ;-)
Renaissance Wolf
2019-06-23 03:32:20 +0000 UTCCongratz!
Kaizer
2019-06-23 03:32:14 +0000 UTCLivin' the dream, slingin' the cream! Congrats!
SethPup
2019-06-23 03:30:50 +0000 UTCThat's so awesome! We're happy for you and I'm glad to help support you with all the really ridiculously good content you've been pushing. We just paid off my dad's house and it's a similarly big relief, no more stressing out about the mortgage.
tredain
2019-06-23 03:26:50 +0000 UTCRight back at you dude! Thanks a ton <3
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:26:04 +0000 UTCCongrats!
WDG
2019-06-23 03:25:42 +0000 UTCYou can do it!!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:25:38 +0000 UTCThank you so much for the kind words. I'll keep working on the art as long as my fingers work!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:25:24 +0000 UTCWhether you're on the Platinum Tier or the Bronze Tier, that you're here at all means a lot to me. :)
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:24:29 +0000 UTCSuper congratulations man! You deserve it with all your hard work! ^^
Tsarin
2019-06-23 03:22:34 +0000 UTCawesome congratulations! <3
Asher Tail
2019-06-23 03:22:19 +0000 UTCI just wanna let you know how good it feels to hear this. As an artist myself, loving the creation of content, and hearing these sorts of things make me smile. I'm admittedly a bit teary eyed from reading it, because I constantly think about these things and wish desperately to make a living doing something I love. And it feels really good, and inspirational to see this come true for you.
Eren Yanno
2019-06-23 03:21:49 +0000 UTChttps://youtu.be/PvvDj2fnKoQ
Darqfang of the Eternal Night
2019-06-23 03:21:25 +0000 UTCI'm in the best place of my life and it's thanks to everyone here!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:21:08 +0000 UTCYou too can pay for college with porn!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:20:55 +0000 UTCHooray!! We're all glad to have helped you get out of debt!
Darqfang of the Eternal Night
2019-06-23 03:20:38 +0000 UTCIt can do so much for so many people!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:20:25 +0000 UTCIt was very similar!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:20:06 +0000 UTCIt really does, this was a major milestone. To think furry porn can do so much!
Meesh
2019-06-23 03:19:22 +0000 UTCit would've been a damn shame to miss your craftsmanship and storytelling to another job. Way to go dude.
Kenno Arkkan
2019-06-23 03:15:44 +0000 UTCGood on ya matey been a fan for years and only a patron for a few months and hope everything goes well for ya. :)
Keevs
2019-06-23 03:15:39 +0000 UTCGreat job dude. Inspirational story, gives me a glimpse of the light at the end of the tunnel of my own student loan which is getting whittled away slowly but surely. You earned every bit of what you make!
2019-06-23 03:15:23 +0000 UTCSo happy for you man!
Bill Strand
2019-06-23 03:13:44 +0000 UTCCongratulations, Meesh. It was hard work, and I'm sure you felt more than once that you were in way over your head. And yet here you are, not only better than you were yesterday, but better than ever. It took effort, more than any of us will know, and you put in the hours, the days, the years of work towards this goal, not knowing if you'd ever make it. But you did, and for that, you deserve more than we can give you. Just know that you have fans here for you every step of the way, and we're rooting for you. Keep it up, my friend. We love you.
Atoro Desu
2019-06-23 03:13:08 +0000 UTCTheres been times I've been able to donate to the 5$ pledge and theres times like now I can only donate to the 1$ pledge...no matter what the amount I'm so happy you have finally found financial freedom...be blessed friend.
RougeNation
2019-06-23 03:13:00 +0000 UTCWell done!
Neon
2019-06-23 03:11:19 +0000 UTCHuge congrats for making it through! Having such a weight off must be amazing, and it's great to hear things have been looking up <3
Vulan Washburne
2019-06-23 03:11:11 +0000 UTCTHE ACTUAL DREAM Congrats duuuude!! You were already a HUGE inspiration of mine being a hard working guy doing what he loves as an artist and this is even more inspirational! :D
Ponpokora
2019-06-23 03:11:00 +0000 UTCGood for you. You have your artistic talents to thank this. WELLDONE!!!
Silverjack
2019-06-23 03:10:28 +0000 UTCVast is the healing powers of bi furry porn🤘😤🤘
Jerry
2019-06-23 03:10:15 +0000 UTCCongrats!! That is a huge achievement and you should be really proud of yourself! :D
KittenTrap
2019-06-23 03:09:16 +0000 UTCYou are an example of living off of art one that I hope to strive for in the future. Keep up the good work.
Marco Orsini
2019-06-23 03:08:52 +0000 UTCCongratulations man!
Discord
2019-06-23 03:08:41 +0000 UTCI am so happy for you!
ApselTheBlue
2019-06-23 03:08:18 +0000 UTCCongratulations! :D
Thorny One
2019-06-23 03:07:41 +0000 UTCHush your mouth with this mushy stuff or ill Hug you so hard It'll pop your back
Johnny Grimm
2019-06-23 03:07:08 +0000 UTCOo-de-lolly! Golly, what a day!
Craig from Omaha
2019-06-23 03:07:06 +0000 UTCAwesome, congratulations! Hopefully someday the same could happen to me...I bet you feel like this! https://youtu.be/slN0aUs9R5o
GreenDreamer
2019-06-23 03:07:06 +0000 UTCCongratulations! When your art is of the caliber of the likes of onta, toki, and jay the results speak for themselves. Keep up the good work!
Mario E Young
2019-06-23 03:06:42 +0000 UTCAwww! You're welcome! I'm glad you're doing what makes you happy, and making a living doing so. It feels amazing doesn't it?
Nick95
2019-06-23 03:06:12 +0000 UTCCongratulations!
kai wolfheart
2019-06-23 03:06:02 +0000 UTCCongrats!
Joseph
2019-06-23 03:05:27 +0000 UTCProud of you Meesh. That's amazing. ❤️ I'm glad you're in a better place now.
2019-06-23 03:05:09 +0000 UTCWow!!! I’m so proud of you dude this is amazing
2019-06-23 03:04:41 +0000 UTCGet that bread Boi!
Sebvall
2019-06-23 03:04:36 +0000 UTCCongrats!!!
Quantum
2019-06-23 03:03:35 +0000 UTC
