Dear cherished readers,
As I celebrate another trip around the sun, I am thrilled to share a significant personal milestone—my daughter has arrived! I know, it's very Capricorn of me to give birth to a Capricorn. In this moment of joy and new beginnings, I'm reaching out with a special request that extends beyond the usual birthday celebrations.
In the spirit of support and shared dreams, I invite you to consider pledging $5 a month or $50 a year to sustain my writing, which I aspire to make my primary source of income. As a self-employed artist, the absence of paid maternity leave is a challenge I'm embracing as a powerful motivator with my daughter's arrival.
Your contribution will not only help fund my maternity leave but will also empower me to continue sharing stories that deserve representation. My platform will remain dedicated to shedding light on community, mental health, and the rich tapestry of my Afghan upbringing.
Motherhood is becoming an integral part of my journey, and I'm excited to weave its essence into my writing. New mothers, please comment below so we can connect! And keep an eye out for my next post where I'll be sharing my labor and delivery story—complete with lessons learned and dramatic (read: traumatizing) moments.
Among my nearly 25,000 followers, my goal is to enlist the support of 1,000 paid subscribers. Together, we can transform my passion into a sustainable endeavor, allowing me to create and share narratives that need representation.
Thank you for being a vital part of this journey. I look forward to our continued connection and growth through the written word.
For some Capricorn laughs, check out my latest Instagram post. Wishing you a season of perseverance!
With love and gratitude,
Yeldā Ali
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