I am delighted to discover this new offering from you and wish you much success! Because I am also experiencing a financial crisis, I canāt support you in that way, but perhaps we can find other ways to collaborate and support each other.
Side note: I earn some extra income as an online English, reading, and writing tutor (using Zoom). I donāt know if there are opportunities like that where you are, but perhaps this could be an option for you, too.
Wendi, thank you so much. Support comes in many ways, not just in money. In fact, as helpful financial support is, emotional support and connection are more meaningful.
Thank you, Teyaniāespecially and wholeheartedly for mentioning the name. Iād pondered several options and wanted to stay within my Wild Lion*esses realm and branding. Somehow, this one just felt like the ārightestā fit. You are the first to comment on the name, glad you like it.
You absolutely nailed it. Looking at the text, the problem, the challengeāfrom this vantage point, with my systemic perspective and the immense knowledge Iāve accumulated over 35 years of work, doing the equivalent of four jobs and twelve roles at onceāit would, for once, be helpful if it didnāt break me, yet lifted me up instead.
This is so perfect for you, Jay. What an incredible, important and really special offering. I have a feeling this will be a great success for you and those who benefit from your gifts. I will spread the word!
Thank you Amy. It feels that it might be a way to emigration and my new life. I am grateful for all support I can get and yes it does also feel like putting my vast knowledge into use.
Christine, your words wrapped around me like a warm embrace. Thank you for seeing me, for reflecting back that boldness and beauty. Calling in, stepping forwardāyes, and so it is! With great big love right back to you. š
I've just watched your video. I can't believe all that has happened to you and your pure spirit. What a huge cross that's been to bear. I support you. You are very much appreciated here on Substack for your generous, thoughtful, insightful reflections. Let me have a think and revert.
Thank you for taking the time to watch, and for meeting me with such openness. I carry what I carry, yesāand now Iām learning how to use what Iāve lived to support myself with clarity and care. Your words are generous, and I donāt take them lightly. Iām here whenever you're ready to explore what might unfold.
This poem brought tears to my eyes because it is so beautiful, so full of truth, and so accurate in this moment in time for me. It met me like soft rain in dry placesāwithout needing to explain, without asking for anything back. Thank you for offering something so precise, so full of grace. Iāll carry it forward, quietly and gratefully.
Your words landed deep. Saying yes to myself still feels unfamiliar, and reading your joy makes it a little easier to stand here, visible. Thank you for meeting me in this momentāwith your heart wide open, as always. The canyon feels a little wider, a little brighter, with you in it.
Thank you. Yes it definitely is tender, and of course, we are so close to the memories that our clarity and ability to share without telling the "whole backstory" is such a struggle. I know I forget that the reader can infer on their own if my words are chosen wisely. Anyway, thank you, and I will be in touch. In the midst of a move at the moment so too scattered to focus on my writing. Obviously. š
Yes. That edge between what we reveal and what we choose not to carry into the pageāit's one of the hardest places to write from. And yet, you're right: when the words are chosen with intention, the reader can feel what isnāt said. I'm looking forward to hearing from you when the move settles. Scattered or not, you're welcome here anytime.
That means a lotātruly. Memoir is such tender, layered work, and Iād be honored to walk alongside you in it. When youāre ready, just reach out. Iām here.
I am delighted to discover this new offering from you and wish you much success! Because I am also experiencing a financial crisis, I canāt support you in that way, but perhaps we can find other ways to collaborate and support each other.
Side note: I earn some extra income as an online English, reading, and writing tutor (using Zoom). I donāt know if there are opportunities like that where you are, but perhaps this could be an option for you, too.
Wendi, thank you so much. Support comes in many ways, not just in money. In fact, as helpful financial support is, emotional support and connection are more meaningful.
Emotional support and connections are keys to hearts and minds.
I hope you have both, in abundance always, Jay, Pride Leader.
Merci beaucoup. Currently both is available more in drops as in abundance.
Hope the drops speed up
I hope abundance pours
Thanks, Therese. I am patient.
Jay- what a perfect name for your place of work.
Congratulations on the brave leap into your public facing skillsetā£ļø
Thank you, Teyaniāespecially and wholeheartedly for mentioning the name. Iād pondered several options and wanted to stay within my Wild Lion*esses realm and branding. Somehow, this one just felt like the ārightestā fit. You are the first to comment on the name, glad you like it.
The name is perfect! And I can just about see you. Standing on those cliffs, looking out into the distance, surveying all. Love this.
I saw those cliffs and knew they were yours, Jay.
Thank you Therese.
You absolutely nailed it. Looking at the text, the problem, the challengeāfrom this vantage point, with my systemic perspective and the immense knowledge Iāve accumulated over 35 years of work, doing the equivalent of four jobs and twelve roles at onceāit would, for once, be helpful if it didnāt break me, yet lifted me up instead.
May those cliffs lift you to a place where your can soar.
Thank you Therese. I have not yet stopped hoping.
This is so perfect for you, Jay. What an incredible, important and really special offering. I have a feeling this will be a great success for you and those who benefit from your gifts. I will spread the word!
Thank you Amy. It feels that it might be a way to emigration and my new life. I am grateful for all support I can get and yes it does also feel like putting my vast knowledge into use.
Brave, Beautiful, Bold YOU. Calling in the ones who need your precise gift. Feeding your dreams. And So it is! with Great Big Love, ChristineAhhh
Christine, your words wrapped around me like a warm embrace. Thank you for seeing me, for reflecting back that boldness and beauty. Calling in, stepping forwardāyes, and so it is! With great big love right back to you. š
With gratitude,
Jay
I've just watched your video. I can't believe all that has happened to you and your pure spirit. What a huge cross that's been to bear. I support you. You are very much appreciated here on Substack for your generous, thoughtful, insightful reflections. Let me have a think and revert.
SĆodhnaā
Thank you for taking the time to watch, and for meeting me with such openness. I carry what I carry, yesāand now Iām learning how to use what Iāve lived to support myself with clarity and care. Your words are generous, and I donāt take them lightly. Iām here whenever you're ready to explore what might unfold.
Warmly,
Jay
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SĆodhnaā
This poem brought tears to my eyes because it is so beautiful, so full of truth, and so accurate in this moment in time for me. It met me like soft rain in dry placesāwithout needing to explain, without asking for anything back. Thank you for offering something so precise, so full of grace. Iāll carry it forward, quietly and gratefully.
With care,
Jay
JAY!!! Iām so excited for this endeavor for you!! Iām so glad youāre saying yes to yourself and all of us!! ššš Skyās the limit and your canyon depths limitless š©µš©µš©µ
Mesa š©µ
Your words landed deep. Saying yes to myself still feels unfamiliar, and reading your joy makes it a little easier to stand here, visible. Thank you for meeting me in this momentāwith your heart wide open, as always. The canyon feels a little wider, a little brighter, with you in it.
Love you xoxo Thank you for your support.
Jay
Thank you. Yes it definitely is tender, and of course, we are so close to the memories that our clarity and ability to share without telling the "whole backstory" is such a struggle. I know I forget that the reader can infer on their own if my words are chosen wisely. Anyway, thank you, and I will be in touch. In the midst of a move at the moment so too scattered to focus on my writing. Obviously. š
Deborahā
Yes. That edge between what we reveal and what we choose not to carry into the pageāit's one of the hardest places to write from. And yet, you're right: when the words are chosen with intention, the reader can feel what isnāt said. I'm looking forward to hearing from you when the move settles. Scattered or not, you're welcome here anytime.
Wishing you are hassle free move.
āJay
Yes! Congratulations! You offer exactly the kind of help I need with my memoir writing. I'll be in touch.
Oh Deborah, thank you!
That means a lotātruly. Memoir is such tender, layered work, and Iād be honored to walk alongside you in it. When youāre ready, just reach out. Iām here.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon. š«
Warmly,
Jay