hey all c:

[chihayacutie]

Hey all.
Most of you probably don't remember me, but I'm Liz, I'm 20 years old, and Chihaya is still my fave.

I just thought I'd make a post saying I'm back, and I'll be somewhat active in the forums so long as I keep schoolwork and life things together.

When I made this account, I was in a pretty bad place. At the time, I didn't want to admit it to anyone, but I was skipping classes, laying in bed all day, and just in a deep, deep state of depression. But coming here made me realize that I could still get enjoyment out of the things I used to love. I think joining this forum was a turning point in the midst of all the crap that was going on. It was small, and didn't make a huge difference initially, but it was a turning point nonetheless.

Now, I'm withdrawn from day classes, but I have a day job in the field I want to work in and I'm taking a couple of night classes too. I'm currently playing Starlight Stage (without whaling as hard as some others) and I just purchased One For All.

I never actually finished the M@D I was working on (I'm terrible at finishing things anyway)...but one day I'll get back to it.

To the new users I haven't met yet, I hope to get to know you better. And for the old acquaintances, I hope to get to know you all a bit better...once again.   

also I'm dating heattokun now...who knew? lol

[altuixde]

Congrats on defeating depression! I've struggled with depression in the past, too, so I know what it's like. One thing I learned from it is that you have keep going even though you don't feel ready.

Anyway, welcome back.

[animagic4u]

Welcome back!

[MetalPredat0r]

Welcome back! Glad to hear you've gotten better.

also I'm dating heattokun now...who knew? lol

Well I'll be damned. .-.
Congrats, though!

[mariokirby]

I never welcomed you before, so I'll just pretend you're a new member and say what I usually say to new people.  Glad you're doing okay.  Depression is difficult to control, but it helps to keep talking with people that you trust.

Hello.  We're a small, but friendly forum.

I know I don't need to say much, but I'll still say it anyways since I never welcomed you before.

Did you watch all of the 2011 anime?  (You said before you watched a few episodes.)  If not, then I recommend watching it all since that's how many of us started Im@s.  If yes, then play One for All once you have time.  You can watch youtube story videos for Idolm@ster 2 (I think you may have already done this) if you don't feel like playing it on the PS3.

At the same time, check out other im@s stuff such as the music albums, mangas, dramas, movie, OVA, etc if you feel like exploring more.  We also have a wiki here, so check that out to read articles about everything for im@s franchise.

Obviously, take your time and relax.  Seems like you got a new routine to follow.

also I'm dating heattokun now...who knew? lol

Well I'll be damned. .-.
Congrats, though!

Sorry, but who is heattokun?

EDIT: Nevermind.  I think I figured it out.  I'll admit I initially thought you were talking about an anime character.

[chihayacutie]

Thank you all for your kind messages ^_^

Congrats on defeating depression! I've struggled with depression in the past, too, so I know what it's like. One thing I learned from it is that you have keep going even though you don't feel ready.

Yep, I know this feeling all too well. ^^; Sometimes it wants to creep back in, but I'm able to combat it better than before.

Did you watch all of the 2011 anime?  (You said before you watched a few episodes.)  If not, then I recommend watching it all since that's how many of us started Im@s.

Again, I never finish anything...so not yet. ehehe
But I have seen 2/3 of the movie, and I know most of the story from im@s 1 gameplay videos.

Also, I was into it before the anime came out. Before it was cool. *shot*
Then again, this was back in '07 when I didn't have the Japanese knowledge that I do now...

[Nayre]

Hi there and welcome back!  Nayre here, just joined a few months ago.  Good to hear you're in a better place now.(no really you are, you should stay here! XD)  Anyways, hope to see you around the forum.  It's nice having some old members returning. 

[Okayu]

Welcome back. Always nice to see another Chihaya fan.