I may have just gotten lucky but I'm getting a feeling that isn't the case. For everyone I've sent messages to privately, whether I am perusing a visit or I am declining one, the replies have been just lovely.
I could be just hard skinned or just a lover of lovely verbal intercourse but every one of the providers I've 'spoken' too has made me smile and feel comfortable. I've felt mentally stronger and more confident just by the manner of their replies.
Keep being badass even if you run into an asshole from time to time because you're all making a positive difference here in Austin. It's a happier city because of it.