Comics N'More Survival Fund

A special note from Xtian, ComixMonger:

Hi yall, I feel really awkward putting this out into the world but I feel like I have to say and do something. We are struggling. The cost of doing business has gone up on almost everything, and we know we're not the only place going through it. There's also some behind the scenes stuff that you may not know - Phoebe and I split up and are pursuing different futures than the one we had planned for our shared and married life. It hasn't been easy. We don't live together anymore, but we share a lot responsibilities still, like Rufus, our beloved dog. Not sharing expenses has been expensive for both of us, and the store too. We've invested a lot of tender and loving care on our friendship and get along pretty well! We are both optimistic and feel good about the decision to split. An uncomfortable reality has set in - living is very expensive. Two sets of rents, trying to share a car, caring for rufus, and trying not to let our lives spin out of control. Phoebe and I have been doing odd jobs and pet-sitting as a way of generating more income. (*Note: we're both always looking for more of this kinda gig work! hit us up!).

I once again feel like we need extraordinary help from our community. Comics N'More enduring almost 9 years is the proudest I've ever felt about anything. It took all of our best efforts to get here. (*note: in case it's not clear: Sam is a huge part of why Comics N'More is still functioning. While we have been stressed, depressed, confused and sad Sam has kept the store in working order. He deserves a huge amount of credit for his efforts. We are very lucky and very grateful for his contributions and hard work.) I'm mortified I have to ask again for help like this, but I'll do whatever it takes to pursue my goals and future. Every little bit helps.

I haven't wanted to address the end of our marriage directly because it's complicated and personal. Everything is so different now, not just about our marriage but everything. I can't keep up with my bills and I am asking for help. I can do odd jobs and I can do my part at the store. I also need to move in September. I probably need to get my own car. I don't know how I can afford this but I'm still hopeful for our futures, and the store's got a lot of life in it still. I don't want this to be the end.