Meesh
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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
Castel Cassy
congrats man :D
H_R
I see you've art'd the kinkiest fantasy in the image for this post :D
Arkham_Beast
Congrats!
Congrats, Meesh!
GentlemanPlayer
Congrats, Meesh.
Nicnak
Congratulations 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 ^_^ )
Meesh
Time to buy a house and get into even crazier debt!
Meesh
Thank you a ton for the support! Onwards and upwards!
Moopy
Congrats! At least someone did!
RicanWolf
You have done what so many can not do and have dug yourself out of the debt hole. gratz!
Carmine
That'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. π
It's such a great feeling, right? Congrats dude, keep up the amazing work!
Meesh
That's an amazing compliment! I hope I can continue to impress. <3
EMcKenney
glad could help! love your work, so definitely not opposed to supporting your efforts :)
Steelfire
congrats!
Sparky
You 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.
Meesh
Ain'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
I'm so happy that I have the opportunity to make polished pages and illustrations without having to cut corners. Thank you so much!
Meesh
It 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
Thanks dude! I'm glad I stuck with it, I don't think I'm cut out for coding...
Meesh
I'll try and keep the kinks comin' as long as I draw breath! Thank you!
Snow Kruzer
Now you can finally save money and have a loan for a house or something!
Eduardo Lira
Fan-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!!!
Dark Wulf
I'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!
Sparky
Wow. 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.
Meesh
It would have been a major bummer to put it lightly! Thanks for helping make the dream happen!
Meesh
As long as you guys have my back I think they will :)
Drake Arlin
So happy this worked out for you dude. All that hard work you put in paid off! So happy and proud of you!
pj wolf
Congratulations!
A K
Sick now give us furry porn please
sunkawakan
Congratulations! 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!!!!
Spica
Congratulations 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!
Terminus
Fantastic news! That's great to hear! I only hope things get even better from here!
Meesh
It takes a lot of hard work but you can do it!
Meesh
It was finally time to tell it! Thanks Toki!
Meesh
Every bit added up! Thank you for your generosity!
Meesh
It really saved my bacon! Thank you for helping support me!
Meesh
You're a champion! I'll bet it felt incredible to make that last payment after all those years.
Meesh
Thank you Sanmer!
Meesh
You guys patched the tires and filled the tank!
Meesh
It really can make a big different in someone's day, or even their life in my case! Thank you for helping out!
Meesh
You all saved my ass!
Meesh
Me too, it was a very scary time...
Meesh
Glad to have you here!
Meesh
Thank you so much! I'll keep doing my best :D
Meesh
Thank you dude!!
ERed
This 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
BigBird
Congratulations are in order! :)
Tokifuji
I like these kind of stories~ and happy to support! ; A ;
Dematraxus
Ps now you have time for more crocodile drawing! :V lol
Dematraxus
Congratulations 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.
SmuttySquid
WE LOVE YOU MEESH, It's awesome this whole patreon thing worked out well for you!!!
Anguis
Took 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.
sweatpantsb0ner
Youβre fucking awesome dude keep living your best life β€οΈ
Vawlkus
you did the hard work man, we were just along for the ride ;) Congrats all the same though
Thingymabob
Fantastic! Congrats!
Sanmer
Congrats :)
Kujiiro
Dude, hell yeah! That's awesome! :D
Furious Frenchman
Really puts in perspective how much supporting someone on here can genuinely help them. I'm super happy for you, congratulations!
FurBucks
Congratulations!
OrionMckracken
Fuck yeah Meesh congrats! I'm glad I helped you get out of debit hell a little bit :3
Diego P
Congratulations Holly shit!
Kracker
I'm glad you weren't forced to turn your back on what you love for the sake of living.
Trevyr
Just 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!
Supreme Overlord Llama
Well that's just a cool story. Nooice.
Appleschloss
I am literally so happy for you. Words cant even express. Congratulations!!
Thanks 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. :)
Narse
Meesh, you are amazing man. You deserve all this and are someone I will always look up to :)
Foxovh
Heck yeah, dude. That's amazing to hear!
Gabe
We can cut sleep out of your schedule
Meesh
I already draw porn all day!
Meesh
Thank you lunch meat!!!
Meesh
Wonderful, wonderful savings! Thank you!
Gabe
Now you have more time to draw me porn. Chop chop
BroodsTheMoods
Bless you, I hope this frees you in new and unexpected ways
FMcB
hell yeah.
lunch meat
I'M SO PROUD OF YOU MEESH YA FUCKIN DID IT
FeliciaIsMaiWaifu
I'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.
Meesh
Paying for porn is the surest way to make sure it keeps getting made! Thank you for your support :D
Olivia Fennec
So proud of ya!!
Dude 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.
Meesh
First supporter clout! I wish there was a badge to signify that...
Meesh
Everyone slinging their cream to my art has made my dream!
smudge
Congrats 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~!
Meesh
Nice!! Congrats to you as well!
Meesh
Thanks bruh! I'll keep workin hard :D
Meesh
<3
Meesh
I feel very lucky indeed that I made it and have the fan base that I have. Keep working hard and you'll make it!
Kevin Spolspoel
Hey glad to support an amazing person like you anyday ^^
Meesh
I'm feeling this vibe hard! Thank you!
Renaissance Wolf
Glad to hear ;-)
Kaizer
Congratz!
SethPup
Livin' the dream, slingin' the cream! Congrats!
tredain
That'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.
Meesh
Right back at you dude! Thanks a ton <3
WDG
Congrats!
Meesh
You can do it!!
Meesh
Thank you so much for the kind words. I'll keep working on the art as long as my fingers work!
Meesh
Whether you're on the Platinum Tier or the Bronze Tier, that you're here at all means a lot to me. :)
Tsarin
Super congratulations man! You deserve it with all your hard work! ^^
Asher Tail
awesome congratulations! <3
Eren Yanno
I 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.
Darqfang of the Eternal Night
https://youtu.be/PvvDj2fnKoQ
Meesh
I'm in the best place of my life and it's thanks to everyone here!
Meesh
You too can pay for college with porn!
Darqfang of the Eternal Night
Hooray!! We're all glad to have helped you get out of debt!
Meesh
It can do so much for so many people!
Meesh
It was very similar!
Meesh
It really does, this was a major milestone. To think furry porn can do so much!
Kenno Arkkan
it would've been a damn shame to miss your craftsmanship and storytelling to another job. Way to go dude.
Keevs
Good on ya matey been a fan for years and only a patron for a few months and hope everything goes well for ya. :)
Great 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!
Bill Strand
So happy for you man!
Atoro Desu
Congratulations, 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.
RougeNation
Theres 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.
Neon
Well done!
Vulan Washburne
Huge 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
Ponpokora
THE 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
Silverjack
Good for you. You have your artistic talents to thank this. WELLDONE!!!
Jerry
Vast is the healing powers of bi furry pornπ€π€π€
KittenTrap
Congrats!! That is a huge achievement and you should be really proud of yourself! :D
Marco Orsini
You are an example of living off of art one that I hope to strive for in the future. Keep up the good work.
Discord
Congratulations man!
ApselTheBlue
I am so happy for you!
Thorny One
Congratulations! :D
Johnny Grimm
Hush your mouth with this mushy stuff or ill Hug you so hard It'll pop your back
Craig from Omaha
Oo-de-lolly! Golly, what a day!
GreenDreamer
Awesome, congratulations! Hopefully someday the same could happen to me...I bet you feel like this! https://youtu.be/slN0aUs9R5o
Mario E Young
Congratulations! 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!
Nick95
Awww! 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?
kai wolfheart
Congratulations!
Joseph
Congrats!
Proud of you Meesh. That's amazing. β€οΈ I'm glad you're in a better place now.
Wow!!! Iβm so proud of you dude this is amazing
Sebvall
Get that bread Boi!
Quantum
Congrats!!!
