yet another update: i have reached 5k points (1/2 the way there) and have made a special post commemorating the milestone. i will probably no longer post updates here and instead post updates there. i also apologize if the way "good day!" is put out seems aggressive. if you want to see the new special post, here is the link:
imgflip.com/i/90fyj6
once again, thanks for the support.