Inspiration?

The other day, I was going over information and stuff that I needed to get together for creating a KickStarter account and it all seed a little... overwhelming. It's a crappy feeling that's a natural part of taking on any large project it seems. But then I had an epic moment which have me the idea for this post! XD

As I was typing, recording, editing, etc., I got distracted and walked off to go do something completely unrelated to take a break per usual. While being all irresponsible and whatnot, I picked up my old copy of FLCL vol. 1 and started reading it again. Anyone that knows me in person probably knows that it's rare for me to ever read or watch something twice, so it was a special moment that this ever happened. FLCL is, hands down, one of the most inspirational manga and anime series of my childhood. Looking at the way Naota grows as a person, Haruko's way of handling life, and even how the guy with the bushy eyebrows tries to save everyone; all of that helped make me into who I am today. Just remembering how much fun it was to watch the series and how much I wanted to get to the next episode or volume reminded me that even the most daunting challenges can be enjoyable and aren't really hard to conquer if you keep at it.

More than any live person, anime has been my role model. The characters, the stories; they all give me inspiration on how to take on challenges in life. FLCL isn't the only series that's been like this for me, bu it's definitely one that stands out on the list for being so awesome and well put together.

My question to anyone out there reading: What's an anime that has really had an impact on you? Leave a comment (or send it in if you don't wanna make it so public XD), I love hearing from you guys!

Until next time
Kasome~

p.s: Here's the link for the KickStarter page I've set up. Getting this project done is gonna take a lot more than any of us involved can afford on our own, we need your help!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/590015681/otaku-america-an-anime-fandom-project