Just wanted to say a word about donations. The other day I received an amazing gift – a donation that was enough to cover my rent, bills and basic living expenses for a whole month! Clearly this was not the norm. And while I made a big fuss about that and am extremely grateful to Bob for giving me this month to heal, I wanted to be sure to also thank those of you who have continued to send donations when you could.

Each and every donation I’ve received this past year has been very much appreciated, and I want to make this clear because I have sometimes received donations along with apologies for it not being more. Imagine apoligising for helping me! It’s unthinkable. I mean, if ten people send me 20 euros then that means I end up with 200 euros (half  my share of the rent!). But if those people don’t send the 20 euros because they are somehow embarrassed or think it’s somehow “too small” then … well, you know. Just saying, it does all add up, and some months I have been totally saved by several such “too small” donations. They have all made a difference.

I truly hope to get things going in September and become self-sufficient again. One of the worst “side-effects” of this illness has been having to ask for help and especially overcome the shame of not being able to support myself. Your generosity and caring and continued friendship has really helped see me through this. Gracias, amigos.