Ugh, time for more Shia struggles. Yesterday, we found ourselves at the emergency vet due to Shia getting a third UTI in the last several months. The bill was insane, considering they didn’t examine her, (let’s save that rant for another day…)
The financial burden is starting to weigh, especially since the last several months I’ve also been having a ton of doctor’s appointments for my various illnesses, and the bills are starting to come in. I dread making “please help” posts so much, but it's needed.
Currently I can’t take on time/energy consuming work (ie - more hours at work, commissions, etc.), because I need to be present for my sick kitty, plus need to balance time between doc appointments & finishing current art/meeting the deadlines for the auctions.
However, I do feel like I have the spoons to take on more shop sales, so this would be an excellent way to support right now! I’m offering 20% off all orders until July 19th (during the first Whisp auction this year), with the code STUDIOCATLOVE. Sharing this helps too!
Another way to support Shia & the art is via Patreon. Even through all the crazy medical drama over the past year, I have been making an effort to make monthly posts. So much is offered there, I love writing for it, making process posts, and intend to continue posting! www.patreon.com/wintersoul
I do have a Ko-fi as well for a tip jar. While I appreciate tips, I prefer that you get something in return! At the end of the day, I’m sure you all came here to enjoy art and animals with me. My hope is to encourage the people who have been wanting a piece of art for a while, now is a good time!
Again, signal boosts are appreciated! It’s difficult for me to talk about personal life and you all have shown such kindness over the years. All that said, she has an appointment on Fri. I’m worried sick, but hopefully this will give us answers on why this keeps happening.
