Thank so much to Spock for the wonderful letter and everyone who has posted -- I really appreciate it!
I'm always amazed when users treat me like I'm special for some reason, because I can't tell you guys how nervous I am every time I release pets! I think I speak for all the staff when I say that your friendliness and openness to our creativity is part of what makes this site so great: we're not afraid to take risks with our art, and, hopefully, that encourages everyone to keep trying new things.
I personally strive to keep making the users go "ooohhh!", even if it's a groan instead of out of surprise
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Thanks!