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Pausing billing for August to take a vacation! π
🕑 Added 2023-07-24 19:38:22 +0000 UTCHello everyone! π
As I mentioned some of weeks ago, I'm going to put my Patreon page on pause for the whole duration of August. This means that when August starts, you won't be charged for that month, and your billing cycle will resume again in September as usual. The same goes for my patrons with an annual membership: you won't be charged for August and instead, your membership will be extended by 1 month to cover this pause. On the other hand, who subscribes for the first time will be billed normally to access all my previous content.
I really really need to rest because I feel close to a burnt out, and I'd rather stop & take care of myself while it's still manageable! π I hope you can understand and be a bit patient with me. I promise I'll come back with renewed strength to create even more stuff!
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(If you're curious to know what I'm going to focus on from September on, keep reading! Otherwise, thank you for your time and see you soon! The important message is over, now I'm gonna ramble a bit ahah)
On this note, I wish to let you all know that once I come back, I'm going to focus a lot more on the illustrations for Courting Fire, my endhawks fanfic that I want to turn into a digital & physical zine. I've been doing some studies during this past period, but if I want to see this project come to light, I need to roll up my sleeves and work harder. As some of you already know, this story is very dear to me, but also a fundamental testing ground for Unlock, my original novel. This means I can't take it slow and let Courting Fire become a side project. I need to give it my all now, finish it and learn from it so that hopefully I'll be able to create something even more touching in the future.
What does that mean for my Patreon? I guess a lot more of exclusive art π I have all the intention of keeping most of these illustrations a secret until publication, but not to you! Actually, I'll need you even more than ever to get some precious feedback. I'll probably even ask your help through polls and things like that. I'll try my best to make it interesting for you!
I'll also keep drawing dicks in holes because you know me, I'm your resident sweet n spice lady π The majority of Courting Fire is SFW enough, so I'll need NSFW breaks from all that wholesomeness. Therefore I'll keep making spicy fanart polls as usual! π₯
Also, since I'll be done soon enough with the writing portion of Courting Fire, I have all the intention of using my writing time to focus again on Unlock. This means new chapters on the horizon!!!!! I'm so thrilled to go on with my original story and involve y'all in the process.
Then I'm thinking about my online store reopening, about new merch and so many other things!!
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(This is going to get more personal from here on, you can skip this part if you want)
All in all, I have so much stuff on my plate and that's why I need a breather to restore my energy before fully digging in. I'm aware that pausing Patreon and focusing more on personal projects may drive away some supporters, and that's fine.
But the thing is, I've reached a moment in my life where I need to put my needs first. I basically never do that, to be completely honest with you. I suck at that, I suck at thinking that who I am and what I want is important enough. I'm scared to do it. But well... I lost a friend, some months ago. Someone my age, someone with so many dreams and so much will to live, and his memory is constantly shifting my perspective. Every day that goes by without his endless potential in the world is a day I am not living to my fullest and I'm done with that. I'm so done. I want to use my art and my writing to convey this message, and I really hope you'll be part of this new journey.
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So thank you for staying with me to this day. If you decide to leave because my future projects have no appeal to you, please know that I'm so incredibly grateful for your support until now. Go make the most out of your life and your passions, too!!!! I'm sure you'll find so many other talented artists that share your interests π
If, on the other hand, you decide to stay and see how it goes... well, as cheesy as it sounds, brace yourselves because there's going to be even more love in the Aira, my friends *finger guns*
With all my gratitude,
A Very Emotional Bitch
Comments
Andie
Enjoy a well deserved break!! You work so hard for us!! Hope you have a relaxing time π©·
Peter Shaw
sounds nice! Sardinia sounds nice... hope you enjoy!
Loveisinthe AIRA
Peter, you are truly a blessing π₯Ί Your support and kindness really mean the world to me. Thanks a lot for still being here after all this time! π Anyway, yes to the actual holiday! I'll be staying in Italy, but I'll go to Sardinia with my partner and our good girl (πΆ) for a couple of weeks, since his family is from there! (convenient isn't it eheh)
Loveisinthe AIRA
Thank you so very much for understanding! I hope that here you'll find interesting stuff to look at in the meantime ππ
Loveisinthe AIRA
Yep, I manage to make a living out of this! But of course, it's only thanks to y'all who are so kind as to support me here on Patreon and through buying my merch π
Loveisinthe AIRA
You're really too kind ππ
Peter Shaw
Congratulations on taking a break - you definitely need to take care of yourself... we certainly can't have you burning out! as with others, i am absolutely looking forward to holding "Courting Fire" in my hands (and "Unlock" for that matter!) ππ are you planning on actually *going* somewhere, (big advantage of Europe, as my Germany living brother says, everywhere is soooo close - he and his family are regular visitors to Lake Garda!) or are you planning on just having a stay-cation and just relaxing? either way, hope you have fun with your recharge! and also, so sorry about your loss of your friend π«
Peter Shaw
I've actually wondered on that a bit... but you saying "I love to be able to call this my job"... so, here, and your store, and cons is basically you full time is it? (i mean, i did assume given how prolific you appear to be) - i must say, congratulations! (further in my own comment)
Scorching Rae
I just got here but Iβm invested and in for the long haul. Super proud of you for taking time for yourself, we stan a self-care queen!!
Dee
We love you Aira! - Ride or die fan.
Loveisinthe AIRA
Thanks a lot! π₯Ί I'll try to make the best out of it π₯°π See you soon!!!
Hiro
So good that youβre taking a break, you deserve it. I hope itβs a rewarding and recharging experience! See you when youβre back.
SpaceNip
holds you in my strong arms
Loveisinthe AIRA
............................................ *sobs pathetically
SpaceNip
you are my dear emotional baby that i love dearly:( π im sticking with you!! and giving you all the support and feedback and encouragement!!! cant wait to see more of your wonderful art, cant wait to catch up on CF and cant wait to read more chapters of your wonderful story!!! π Enjoy your rest month my dear!!
Loveisinthe AIRA
Omg thank you π₯Ίπ I will try to give more and more space to Unlock in the next future because that's it, that's my baby and what I want to share with the world the most π
Melissa Barragan
UNLOCK!!!!!! Like I am trying to patiently wait for updates but it is so hard because I am so excited for it! Enjoy your vacation and get some rest!!!
Loveisinthe AIRA
I could never πππ I'll keep you close to my heart until you're willing to stay!!!!!
Loveisinthe AIRA
I could never πππ I'll keep you close to my heart until you're willing to stay!!!!!
Diamond
And I'll be here until you kick me out!!! ππππ
Loveisinthe AIRA
Oh dearest, I could never thank you enough for your support! You've been here for how long? Since the start basically?? You're really too kind to me. Thank you for what feels like the hundredth time ππ
Loveisinthe AIRA
Thank you for your kind words π And I'm so happy to hear you're interested in my projects, it really means the world to me π
Loveisinthe AIRA
Thank you so much for understanding π₯Ί I don't think that financially I'd be able to take more than a month of pause, this was already me having a stern talk with myself ahah π But I'll try to make the most out of it! I love to be able to call this my job and I want to keep creating stuff and share it with everyone π
Diamond
Take care of yourself, darling!! Self-care is super important! I look forward to all your future projects!! *Sends lots of love and hugs*
FleshWeakling
I'm so sorry you're going through so much, I wish you all the best and I hope you'll be able to recuperate quickly ! And I'm so hyped for Courting Fire and Unlock, I'm really invested in your stories ! <3
Sam
You deserve a break!! And while I might not know you personally, I am so proud of you taking this step for your overall health. If you need to extend your break please do so as well. I will always advocate for mental health first. I am so sorry that you lost a dear personal friend recently. I hope that in this upcoming time, you are able to rest and begin healing. All the best π
