♛I certainly do use emojis, I can have whole conversations through emojis, conveniently. >:} and >:C are favorites…

I often prefer the emojis made by letters to the more modern preset versions, as I started using them before the presets existed, and I find that they are more vague in simplified form, and can be more effective that way. These two are nowhere near the same emotion:

The older version conveys dissatisfaction layered with ennui, possibly disgust, or resignation. The drawn version is more pleased with itself, teasing. Of course they each have their use, some of the preset icons are excellent for quick requests…

To Louis: this message, for “Thirsty?” I had the droplet icons modified in our phones:

or:

To Louis, when he refuses: 

To Louis when he puts his foot down about it:

Of course I very much like to send him barrages of flowers, hearts, and such, on a whim. 

…And it irritates me beyond measure when he replies with this, repeatedly:

This could mean I am in for a serious tongue-lashing, or, a pleasurable tongue-lashing. He’ll keep me guessing until we’re face-to-face.