Thank you, everyone, for your concern. Perhaps I phrased things poorly, because many of you have assumed that I was having a meltdown of sorts... But I can assure you, I'm fine!
I've been just a little stressed out lately with general hobby bullshit...time wasters, a rash of last minute overnight cancellations with BS excuses & no cancellation fee offered, unnecessary & overwhelming social contact on a large scale, providers using reference requests to sabotage & steal dates, etc.
I've decided to make a serious effort to cut the stress out of my life wherever possible & refocus my energy & spare time on things that will enrich my personal life. Keeping hobby relations 'business' as much as possible will help me accomplish this.
I've really had to take a step back and reexamine my priorities, especially after one very disappointing revelation...
It's come to my attention that a certain provider who I've mentored has been running around spreading slanderous rumors about me. Completely false rumors she fabricated, designed to ruin my business. It's disheartening, when you consider all I've done to help her. I won't give credence to the rumors by addressing the lies specifically, but let's just say that I'm no longer in contact with MonicaKitten, or whatever she's calling herself nowadays. I'm not trying to start drama by addressing this -- merely wanted to let y'all know that the rumors she's spreading are false & not without motive. So if you hear any rumors from this former friend of mine, please disregard. All is well in Gingerland.
I will no longer be offering assistance or advice to new ladies, since it's unappreciated and always seems to bite me in the ass. I've been advised by a veteran provider many times in the past to keep my distance from these types of situations... And she was right all along.