Every birthday makes me think about what I’m building.
Not just the years behind me, but the work I’m putting into the world. The words I choose to share, the stories I tell, and the honesty I return to again and again. Writing has always been more than something I do. It’s how I survive, process, and make meaning out of life.
So this year, instead of candles or cards, I’m asking for something different.
Support me by supporting my work.
Supporting Me as an Author
If my writing has ever made you feel seen, understood, or less alone, one of the most meaningful ways you can support me is by engaging with the work itself.
That can look like:
- Buying one of my books
- Listening on Audible during your commute, quiet mornings, or late nights
- Leaving a review or sharing a passage that resonated with you
Every purchase, listen, and share reminds me that my words have a place beyond my notebook.
If You Can’t Buy a Book, Buy Me a Cup of Tea
Support doesn’t always have to look big.
Sometimes it’s as simple as buying me a cup of tea. A small gesture that says, I see you creating. I see the effort. Keep going.
Those moments of support, especially the quiet ones, help sustain artists more than people realize.
Why This Matters More Than You Know
Being an author isn’t just about publishing. It’s about persistence. It’s choosing to keep writing even when the path feels uncertain. Even when growth feels slow. Even when belief wavers.
Your support helps me:
- Continue creating honest, thoughtful work
- Invest more time into writing and storytelling
- Keep building spaces where women feel empowered, reflected, and understood
This birthday, your support becomes part of my story.
Thank You for Being Here
Whether you’ve read every post or just stumbled across this one today, thank you.
Thank you for reading and listening. Also, thank you for believing in the power of words.
Another year older. Another year writing.
And because of you, another year believing in what I’m building.
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