First off, thank you SO much for everyone's words of support. I am sorry I have not been able to get back to everyone personally. I am on some pretty serious sedatives and painkillers so I'm pretty dopey. I was emotionally exhausted after writing last night and have only now seen what's going on.
The level of support is unbelievable and has me in tears. It is easy to become bitter after something like this, but this is going to keep me strong and keep my faith in people.
As far as the doubters - a couple of points. I did not ask for money. I have a very hard time asking for help from my best friends, never mind people I haven't met yet. I thought of posting - "make such and such donation and you'll get a free session" but I was concerned people would think I was just trolling for new clients.
Secondly, this is going to hurt my career more than help it. I've spent the past year working hard to build a strong reputation. If I'm working a normal month, I make in the neighbourhood o 10k a month. Why the hell would I give that up to pull some scam? Even when I can return to work, people are going to research me and see these posts and think "Wow, how can she work after something that like, her service won't be genuine now" and go with someone else. I'm sorry you've been scammed before, but that was not me and with an unblemished reputation and a strong client base I had no need to try and scam people out of their money.
My financial situation is in trouble because I spent all my savings on education, a condo, and helping a friend get a new roof to stop his house from flooding. I then became ill for 5 weeks and was unable to work. I did not foresee that coming. I SHOULD have kept at least 3 months living money seperate from the rest of my savings. That was stupid of me. That is why I'm already a month behind on rent and bills.
But nothing will convince those who doubt me if they are determined to. That's your choice, and I hold nothing against you for it.
I tried seeing a client this morning as my car payment comes out Monday and will be repossessed if I miss this payment. I started bleeding very heavily afterwards. I went to the emergency and due to the level of trauma more tissue had been damaged and I had to get stitches. She said if I engage in any sexual activities for the next month or 2 I'm risking serious permanent damage and painful sex for the rest of my life. I can open a R&T next month or so, but I'm in no shape for it now. I also need to move ASAP as this place is not safe and holds horrible memories for me now.
As far as financial donations, I never dreamed of that level of support. Everything from grabbing $20 groceries for me to getting my hair done for free to try and feel better. You are all beautiful people. For those who wish to help out, there's a number of options.
I have a paypal account - the email address for it is nadia_callandras@hotmail.com
I use Interac email transfers frequently online to pay for advertising, so I am familiar with that. I've never received money through it though, but I assume they just need my email. Isabelle and I will be opening an account together on Monday, so there is accountability to make people comfortable (she can make sure I'm not buying a ticket to Acapulco
We will post both the account number and the email transfer info then.
Some people have expressed a desire to meet me with me personally, and that is perfectly fine with me. I trust 99% of the people on this board, and if they want to meet me to make it more personal and are making that effort, who am I to deny them that?
My phone is basically disconnected ATM. For some reason some calls still come through, most get the disconnection message. I can call out though, so email me your number. Again, it is nadia_callandras@hotmail.com
Again, you are all beautiful people and I will do what I can to make it up to you. Anything from free sessions, to helping out the girls business wise. I worked in IT for years so I'm great on the computer, or I can help with emails/phone calls/scheduling. Whatever you need.
Namaste
The level of support is unbelievable and has me in tears. It is easy to become bitter after something like this, but this is going to keep me strong and keep my faith in people.
As far as the doubters - a couple of points. I did not ask for money. I have a very hard time asking for help from my best friends, never mind people I haven't met yet. I thought of posting - "make such and such donation and you'll get a free session" but I was concerned people would think I was just trolling for new clients.
Secondly, this is going to hurt my career more than help it. I've spent the past year working hard to build a strong reputation. If I'm working a normal month, I make in the neighbourhood o 10k a month. Why the hell would I give that up to pull some scam? Even when I can return to work, people are going to research me and see these posts and think "Wow, how can she work after something that like, her service won't be genuine now" and go with someone else. I'm sorry you've been scammed before, but that was not me and with an unblemished reputation and a strong client base I had no need to try and scam people out of their money.
My financial situation is in trouble because I spent all my savings on education, a condo, and helping a friend get a new roof to stop his house from flooding. I then became ill for 5 weeks and was unable to work. I did not foresee that coming. I SHOULD have kept at least 3 months living money seperate from the rest of my savings. That was stupid of me. That is why I'm already a month behind on rent and bills.
But nothing will convince those who doubt me if they are determined to. That's your choice, and I hold nothing against you for it.
I tried seeing a client this morning as my car payment comes out Monday and will be repossessed if I miss this payment. I started bleeding very heavily afterwards. I went to the emergency and due to the level of trauma more tissue had been damaged and I had to get stitches. She said if I engage in any sexual activities for the next month or 2 I'm risking serious permanent damage and painful sex for the rest of my life. I can open a R&T next month or so, but I'm in no shape for it now. I also need to move ASAP as this place is not safe and holds horrible memories for me now.
As far as financial donations, I never dreamed of that level of support. Everything from grabbing $20 groceries for me to getting my hair done for free to try and feel better. You are all beautiful people. For those who wish to help out, there's a number of options.
I have a paypal account - the email address for it is nadia_callandras@hotmail.com
I use Interac email transfers frequently online to pay for advertising, so I am familiar with that. I've never received money through it though, but I assume they just need my email. Isabelle and I will be opening an account together on Monday, so there is accountability to make people comfortable (she can make sure I'm not buying a ticket to Acapulco
We will post both the account number and the email transfer info then.Some people have expressed a desire to meet me with me personally, and that is perfectly fine with me. I trust 99% of the people on this board, and if they want to meet me to make it more personal and are making that effort, who am I to deny them that?
My phone is basically disconnected ATM. For some reason some calls still come through, most get the disconnection message. I can call out though, so email me your number. Again, it is nadia_callandras@hotmail.com
Again, you are all beautiful people and I will do what I can to make it up to you. Anything from free sessions, to helping out the girls business wise. I worked in IT for years so I'm great on the computer, or I can help with emails/phone calls/scheduling. Whatever you need.
Namaste
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