#rian-garou

September 3rd actually marks the one year anniversary where I transitioned Miller from an OC on another blog to having his very own account.  Part of the reason why I did this is because I felt very strongly that I needed to allow him his own space to be fleshed out, to interact with others.  And one of the people that I had a keen eye on at the time was none other than Rian-Garou.

Imagine my immense delight when, on September 5th, they messaged me out of the blue, instigating interaction between Rian and Miller that would become a year’s long journey of the dork’s love story.  Rian was a pleasant surprise for both of us.  And Rian-mun has been pivotal in helping me to flesh out Miller into the OC that he is today.  Without their time, investment and willingness to let me unleash the geek, this asshole might never have become what he is today.

The character aside (seriously, if you are not aware of or aren’t following Rian then you are missing out on a precious hybrid wolf baby), I would be remiss if I did not state what an incomparable pleasure it has been for me to have known the person behind this character for an entire year.  They have become a vital piece of my life, and no day for me is complete unless I have had a moment to speak with them in some form.

We have weathered some tough times, with our characters and as writers together, but have emerged with a bond that I cherish immensely.  I don’t know what I would do without them.  Seriously.

So on this special day of yours, let me say this:  You are brilliant.  You are so creative that it astonishes me, both in the stories you let me unfold with you and in everything that you create whether it be drawn art or photo collections.  You have built a fascinating world with Rian that I am honored to be a part of.  You give me happiness, you give me optimism, and you make every day bright even when the clouds are at their dreariest.  You are the most metal Norwegian I know.

Thank you.  Thank you for allowing me to come to know you, for letting me be a part of Rian’s unfolding story.  Thank you for putting up with me when anxiety and bullying nearly drove me off.  Thank you for all the time that you give me, the kindness that you give me, and the affection that we share together.

Thank you for giving me songs that have relevance, that when I hear them will make me smile.  Thank you for... well... everything.  Thank you for you.

I know that I won’t be able to be around here with you much on your special day but hopefully these words will at least carry you through until we get to chatter at each other again.  I hope you eat lots of cake.

Jeg elsker deg!  Takk for alt.

Hurra for deg som fyller ditt år! Ja, deg vil vi gratulere! Alle i ring omkring deg vi står, og se, nå vil vi marsjere, bukke, nikke, neie, snu oss omkring, danse for deg med hopp og sprett og spring, ønske deg av hjertet alle gode ting! Og si meg så, hva vil du mere? Gratulere! 

(If I just insulted you in any way then I apologize to you, your parents, your cat, your siblings, your nieces and nephews, and your whole family.  Except your cousin.  For reasons.)