Dear supporters,
Another year has passed, and (relatively) many leechers have come and gone. However, there is still a hard core of 300 supporters who keep me going. Not much has changed in the last year; my main problem is still AI. Clearly, I don't stand a chance against AI. Because of this, the number of my supporters is steadily dwindling. Currently (checked today), only 323 supporters remain, so I am extremely grateful to those of you who continue to support me.
I can't give up creating just because AI delivers faster and better results; I have no other source of income. Last month's income is just enough to cover rent, health insurance, and food, but nothing more. When something breaks, the cost is deducted from my savings, just like with my other insurance premiums. Once those savings are depleted, I will have to go to the welfare office. I can't sell my car because I'm looking for a new place to live once again. I've been living here for a bit more than two years, but there are too many toxins in the air of my apartment, and they've damaged my lungs. I have to leave, or I won't survive much longer. It took over seven years to find this place, and now I have to start the search again, but chances are few. I've also developed type 2 diabetes due to my lack of exercise (mouse clicks don’t count). My long-standing back problems have not improved. My histamine intolerance has improved slightly but remains an issue.
There is a small silver lining on the horizon. In the middle of next year, a decision will be made on whether I will receive the minimum pension. While it will only be slightly more than what I currently receive from my supporters, it would relieve some of the pressure. If not, well, I'm doomed.
As long as my core group of 300 supporters stays loyal, I won't complain. Of course, it would be great to have more supporters, but I can’t produce results quickly enough for most people. I’m very grateful to have you around and I appreciate your support.
Special thanks go to PhillipThe2 for his endless imagination and wonderful ideas. He has saved my butt time and again over the past year. He is a great friend, and I appreciate his work and support.
Thank you all from the bottom of my heart! I wish you a peaceful, successful, and happy New Year! Stay healthy! You are awesome!
[Big bear hug]
Yours truly,
Gagala van Org