I am writing to the Cochrane Eagle rather than feed the negativity of the local online 'gossip' site(s).
Since I closed the doors of my Fabutan last Thursday eve I have endured the sadness of people’s uneducated “opinions” (being relayed to me as I do not grace them any of my time ). These media sources are not governed by humane and legal standards such as the Eagle is, therefore I want to reach out to people in Cochrane so that hopefully they understand the situation more fully and the pain that those sites can cause.
After two years of struggling to keep my business going, putting all of my savings into the business, the stress effected my health badly as at 67 this was to have been my 'working pension.'
Community Futures Centre West has been flawless in their support. Patti- Jay Powell and her team could not have done more to try and help me keep my business afloat. I cannot speak highly enough of them.
Knowing other business owners in Cochrane that are suffering from the chronic financial state of our area and far too many gone or going bankrupt, I know I am not alone. However, it is a heartbreaking and an extremely distressing position to be in, so having people berate you on a mindless online site just adds to an already traumatic time in your life. I just hope that anyone reading this will take time to reflect on the fact that venting on these 'chat' sites is nothing more than online bullying.
I apologize sincerely for the abrupt closure and that lotions are still in the studio but legally I had to tell no one what was happening until I had closed and I had to leave everything in the studio. I have asked the landlord when and where the clients may collect their items but they stated they would not know until the end of this week. Clients can call Royal LePage Integrity for information after then at (403) 932-2101.
I have put a card of apology in the lotion bags as I truly am sorry and have really appreciated your business and visits. I will miss you all
Lucy Mills
