"Courage is not the towering oak that sees storms come and go; it is the fragile blossom that opens in the snow."
~Alice Mackenzie Swaim

This picture is dedicated to Pucca (no, that's not his real name ), who I readily consider the closest thing I have to my very own brother. A wall of strength, he's always there to make me laugh and listen to my grievances. His support has been unwavering since Day One. Thank-you for everything.

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Edit-edit// Watermark'd. I'm sorry, but after my experiences with SO many people questioning my authenticity, I've got to do this. :\ //

Edit// Sorry for making this deviation reappear in your watches, fellahs. I've just reuploaded with a slightly smaller version, and I've fixed up the bottom of her lacing.//

Wellllll.... not much to say, really. That's Raven, aye, with her hair out. I know her red overcoat looks a little different at the bottom, but I simply couldn't bring myself to do all those ruffles again. Always wanted to do a snow-themed picture. (She must be goddamn freezing in those shorts.) And yes, that's what is SUPPOSED to be a raven in the sky -- though, it doesn't seem to have any eyes. I like the sort of "rustic" selection of colours I used. Yes, she has ONE wing, cos I say so.

I intended to post this on Christmas Day, but hey. Happy Holidays, everyone.

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