Thank you so much for all of your lovely messages 😭 you’re all so so so kind! My house is quiet now - I took Hammy to Cosi Fan Tutte tonight and seeing his joy and how he couldn’t keep his feet still...it was amazing. He loved it so much. When he saw the conductor he just made this gorgeous squeal of delight. At one point he jumped out of his chair to dance. We left before the end because it was such a late night for him but it was just what my heart needed. Thank goodness for dress rehearsals - anyone seeing the real deal is in for a treat. Anyway - All of your beautiful kindness and generosity has filled my cup so much x I’m so grateful for all of you! Arohanui and thank you thank you thank you ❤️
I hope you don’t mind I shared your lovely review with one of the lead performers (Guglielmo), he said it was the best kind of review they could receive.
Emily - we don’t know each other but I am Matt Frost - I work in the disability and autism space at Whaikaha- and I’m a relatively new subscriber. PLEASE take care of yourself and go you for your insight here - I have autism and I know that this life can be exhausting- and you do so many things - advocacy, humour, really deep stuff - so take care of you. Your subscribers will understand- and if they don’t they don’t understand what you are trying to do and change. Regards Matt
I agree - take as long as you need, Emily! I feel like I need a break too, and I don't even go on social media or have anyway that someone can comment on my thoughts online - I honestly don't know how anyone does it. I try not to read comment threads but sometimes find myself doing it and I am so shocked at what people say, like I do know that some people think toxic things, but on some level I pretend they don't and when I read it there in black and white I am just flabbergasted. It's hard to hold hope for humanity reading what some people say!!
If you need a break, we will be here when you are ready to come back! I don't subscribe to a company. I subscribe to Emily, and sometimes Emily needs a damn break!
Aw Emily, please take all the time you need and more. You come first, your whaanau comes first. We will still be here when you are ready and well enough again. Allow yourself some time to breathe and feel and focus on you and your needs. Sending so much awhi, please do reach out if you need help, we will be here to listen and assist x
You as a person are important. You as a writer producing awesome words I get to read is a bonus. I would 1,000 times rather have you as a person safe and well and happy rather than you as a writer pushing yourself to create at the expense of yourself. Take a break, as long as you need, with our love and support. My subscription will stay active regardless. ❤️
Take as much time as you need Emily! You are entitled to a break, just because we are subscribed doesn't mean we own you! Employed people are entitled to sick leave, and holiday leave, and you are too. The work you do on this platform is employment - it's not volunteer work! You treat it like work, and we support you to take the leave that you are entitled to. Or even more - like I said, we don't own you <3
100% what everyone else is saying. Please take as long as you need and don’t worry about us! You underestimate the value of everything you put out into the world - we wouldn’t suddenly abandon you just because you’re quiet for a few weeks, regardless of the reason but particularly for your health. Have a good rest xxx
Thank you so much for all of your lovely messages 😭 you’re all so so so kind! My house is quiet now - I took Hammy to Cosi Fan Tutte tonight and seeing his joy and how he couldn’t keep his feet still...it was amazing. He loved it so much. When he saw the conductor he just made this gorgeous squeal of delight. At one point he jumped out of his chair to dance. We left before the end because it was such a late night for him but it was just what my heart needed. Thank goodness for dress rehearsals - anyone seeing the real deal is in for a treat. Anyway - All of your beautiful kindness and generosity has filled my cup so much x I’m so grateful for all of you! Arohanui and thank you thank you thank you ❤️
I hope you don’t mind I shared your lovely review with one of the lead performers (Guglielmo), he said it was the best kind of review they could receive.
Of course - I’ve been meaning to email NZ Opera to say how much he enjoyed it!
Emily - we don’t know each other but I am Matt Frost - I work in the disability and autism space at Whaikaha- and I’m a relatively new subscriber. PLEASE take care of yourself and go you for your insight here - I have autism and I know that this life can be exhausting- and you do so many things - advocacy, humour, really deep stuff - so take care of you. Your subscribers will understand- and if they don’t they don’t understand what you are trying to do and change. Regards Matt
You take as long as you need. We'll be here for you when you're ready
Please take as long as you need . My subscription to your writing is the best money I spend and I will happily spend it to give you a long break.
Sending you so much love. Well done for drawing a boundary. Rā whānau. ❤️
I agree - take as long as you need, Emily! I feel like I need a break too, and I don't even go on social media or have anyway that someone can comment on my thoughts online - I honestly don't know how anyone does it. I try not to read comment threads but sometimes find myself doing it and I am so shocked at what people say, like I do know that some people think toxic things, but on some level I pretend they don't and when I read it there in black and white I am just flabbergasted. It's hard to hold hope for humanity reading what some people say!!
Take care xxx
If you need a break, we will be here when you are ready to come back! I don't subscribe to a company. I subscribe to Emily, and sometimes Emily needs a damn break!
I love this sentiment- people not corporates!
Aw Emily, please take all the time you need and more. You come first, your whaanau comes first. We will still be here when you are ready and well enough again. Allow yourself some time to breathe and feel and focus on you and your needs. Sending so much awhi, please do reach out if you need help, we will be here to listen and assist x
Ra whanau Emily 💜 take as long as you need. Read smut, watch bad telly, do what you gotta do x
SMUT AND BAD TELLY are Rx for life! Hugs all
Take as long as you need Emily... we'll be here when you return. 💛
You as a person are important. You as a writer producing awesome words I get to read is a bonus. I would 1,000 times rather have you as a person safe and well and happy rather than you as a writer pushing yourself to create at the expense of yourself. Take a break, as long as you need, with our love and support. My subscription will stay active regardless. ❤️
I hope you get some Bruce cuddles and your heart gets a rest xx
Have a break. You deserve it. I hope the sun shines for you.
Oh Emily! Take as long as you need. We want you healed and strong and happy. Take care, rest well xxx
Take as much time as you need Emily! You are entitled to a break, just because we are subscribed doesn't mean we own you! Employed people are entitled to sick leave, and holiday leave, and you are too. The work you do on this platform is employment - it's not volunteer work! You treat it like work, and we support you to take the leave that you are entitled to. Or even more - like I said, we don't own you <3
100% what everyone else is saying. Please take as long as you need and don’t worry about us! You underestimate the value of everything you put out into the world - we wouldn’t suddenly abandon you just because you’re quiet for a few weeks, regardless of the reason but particularly for your health. Have a good rest xxx