As you all know, for various reasons, we do our best to keep our Asks to a minimun.

We are committed to that. We are also committed to insuring the health and sustainability of this space, to continue to pay for contributors, and to honor the efforts of our Admin staff.

Last month we fell short of our minimum Basic goal. Not enough to stop publishing, but that softness, if the trend continues, will indeed impact the viability of being able to bring you the content and commentary that you deserve.

The first week of February has been a busy one indeed, and promises to become even more chock full. It is our distinct privilege to be able to serve you, engage with you, inside and outside our virtual walls, research and consult and all the rest.

As always, we need you.

If you are one of the community members who have already contributed, even before we posted an Ask, we thank you. For those of you who have not yet had an opportunity to fulfill your praxis of financial engagement, we invite you to do so!

As well, Sustainers, and those who would like to become Sustainers, here is your gentle reminder. As always we are grateful for your walking with us in this enhanced way.

We look forward to this month, this new format, and even more growth and learning and community.

You make it happen.

You and me and the Orange Tree.

Keep walking.

Your Lace