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Meekometer

2023-10-03T22:15:23Z

50.122.122.99: wrong template, oops

[[File:MryiaMeekoPlush.jpg|thumb|right|Mattel's Meeko plush]]
The '''Meekometer''' (məˈkɒmɪtə), also known as a '''Meeko Unit''', or simply '''Meeko''', is a [[plush toy|plushie]] [[W:Units of measurement|unit of measurement]] used to calculate the relative size of a [[plush toy]]. One meekometer is roughly equal to 0.5 metric meters, or 20 standard inches.

*'''Example''': ''"This [[Lola Bunny]] plush doll is half a Meeko long"'' (approx. 25 cm/10 inches).

== Origin ==

The term derives from the [[W:Mattel|Mattel Inc.]]-produced [[Meeko]] plushie, from the [[character]] of the same name that appears in the 1995 [[Disney]] feature, ''[[W:Pocahontas 1995 movie|Pocahontas]]''. It is officially 36 inches, a Meekometer apparently excludes the length of the tail. {{Fact}}

'''Did you know?''': [https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/ Collins Dictionary] defines the '''mekometer''' (noun) as "a device that accurately measures distance by measuring the polarization of a reflected beam of light". [[Kern]] makes a brand of [[W:Laser range-finder|laser range-finder]] called the '''Mekometer''' (ME3000 and ME5000 models).

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Meekometer

2023-10-03T22:14:10Z

50.122.122.99: Technically, this is the infamous Meeko (compare with the example in File:ShawnKellerTypicalFurryFan.png). The one pictured in File:Meeko plush.jpg is reportedly 10in., not 20.

[[File:MryiaMeekoPlush.jpg|thumb|right|Mattel's Meeko plush]]
The '''Meekometer''' (məˈkɒmɪtə), also known as a '''Meeko Unit''', or simply '''Meeko''', is a [[plush toy|plushie]] [[W:Units of measurement|unit of measurement]] used to calculate the relative size of a [[plush toy]]. One meekometer is roughly equal to 0.5 metric meters, or 20 standard inches.

*'''Example''': ''"This [[Lola Bunny]] plush doll is half a Meeko long"'' (approx. 25 cm/10 inches).

== Origin ==

The term derives from the [[W:Mattel|Mattel Inc.]]-produced [[Meeko]] plushie, from the [[character]] of the same name that appears in the 1995 [[Disney]] feature, ''[[W:Pocahontas 1995 movie|Pocahontas]]''. It is officially 36 inches, a Meekometer apparently excludes the length of the tail. {{Verify source}}

'''Did you know?''': [https://www.collinsdictionary.com/us/ Collins Dictionary] defines the '''mekometer''' (noun) as "a device that accurately measures distance by measuring the polarization of a reflected beam of light". [[Kern]] makes a brand of [[W:Laser range-finder|laser range-finder]] called the '''Mekometer''' (ME3000 and ME5000 models).

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Wolf Pup Wielder

2023-09-30T15:28:08Z

50.122.122.99: correct date: used to say "mfm 17", which is the 17th iteration from 2013

== Introduction ==
'''Wolf Pup Wielder''', or more commonly called, '''Wielder''' is an [[artist]], [[writer]], [[fursuiter]], and stand-up comedic entertainer. Wielder currently resides in [[W:Houston, Texas|Houston, Texas]], USA with his poly-amorous family of four other men. He has been an active member of the furry fandom since 1993

== Conventions and Events ==
Wielder has been attending [[furry conventions]] since 2014. A few of the conventions he currently attends are [[Mephit Fur Meet]](MFM), [[Texas Furry Fiesta]] (TFF), and [[Alamo City Furry Invasion]](ACFI). He has been on staff at MFM, since 2017, and [[Fangcon]in 2017. He was a [[Guest of Honor]] at Fangcon in 2016, as well as at MFM in 2013.

Wielder hosts a few different panels, two of which he performs comedic entertainment: '''Wielder's Moments''' and the '''Puppet Take-over Show'''. The two informational panels that he hosts are and Anxiety panel, that he co-hosts with Spike Norton, and a Polyamory panel that he usually co-hosts with one of his partners.

===== Wielder's Moments =====
'''Wielder's Moments''' is a panel that involves several stories and anecdotes that have happened through-out Wielder's life here on our very random planet. Though most of these stories are derived from real life experiences, some have a little extra story added in so that is appears more comedic, rather than life scarring. '''Wielder's Moments''' has been a panel at MFM, Fangcon, and TFF.

===== Puppet Take-Over Show =====
The '''Puppet Take-Over Show''' is an event with a small puppet staged with red curtain in which Wielder, and his co-host puppet, '''Happy Two-Feathers''', sing, dance, interview current GOH, and perform several shenanigans that only puppets can perform in public. This event was created and implemented in an attempt to bring life back into puppet theater in the furry fandom. This event has several volunteers, which help with puppet performance, stage setup, and audio for the songs.

===== Local Events =====
Wielder has been active in the furry fandom for over 15 years. During this time, he has started and maintained many events that are open to all Houston furs, as well as any willing to make the trip.

The '''Game and Movie Night''' is a social event that occurs monthly. The movie selected must meet a certain criteria in order to to put onto the list. This criteria is that the movie must be over 20 years old and invite commentary. The games are all board games that require multiple people to play.

'''Pool Meets''' are held two to three times a year during the summer months.These events are open to furries,as well as some of the local pup community. This event usually lasts all day and is a pot luck event, so there is a little of everything to have.

== About ==

Wielder is in a polyamorous relationship with Ranger, Sir Frauschman, and two younger pups. He has been living with them since 2008 in Houston, TX.

Wielder has a bachelor's degree in art, and practices his work daily. Some of his art mediums are watercolor paintings, graphite, colored pencil, and sculptures. The themes for these are typically one of four different categories: Still life, Abstract, Realism, and Tribal themed.

Wielder has been an outspoken advocate for the education and understanding of polyamorous relationship in and outside of the furry community. He is also a supporter for those with anxiety and autism.

==External links==

* [http://www.furaffinity.net/user/wielder13 Wolf Pup Wielder] on [[Fur Affinity]]
* [http://www.furaffinity.net/user/wielder13arch/ alternate Fur Affinity account] for older works
* [https://www.facebook.com/mike.wielder Mike Wielder] on [[Facebook]]
* [https://twitter.com/wielder13 Mike Wielder] on [[Twitter]]

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