BIG NEWS 🥳

OMG you're so cute. I totally understand feeling nervous about confrontation-- I mean I could feel that down to my core. But I also know people leave their jobs all the time, it's all good. I once worked with a guy who quit his job to race remote control cars. Plastic toy cars. He raced them. That's why he quit a well-paying job. But that was his passion and he made it work I guess. Looks to me like you've got a really good thing going here and no reason to work a day job. Good for you. Regular jobs will still be there if you ever need to go back to them, but you did the right thing because you're really funny and a great content creator.

Tom Evans

That was incredibly sweet. Good for you. I'm glad you have the additional support of the hubs. Showing your vulnerability is a mark of your strength .

James Riordan

I cannot start to imagine the stress you're going through. You are extremely brave and we are so proud of you! You're doing what you love and you truly believe in yourself. You're gonna be great and make people happy. Big hugs and congratulations!!

Paul Tully

I'm 50. In my life, I've regretted the risks I haven't taken more than those I have. I am happy for you! This is exciting! Congratulation on following your dreams!

Jill Peterson

Congrats on having the courage to follow your dream. As probably one of your older patreons I can tell you that when you reach my age you will find that you regret the things you didn't try to do more than the things that you did. You are going to be fine. Your reaction videos are the most fun of any on youtube. I don't see people growing tired of them ever. I am proud to be a patreon now and should have joined long ago.

Todd Bradford

You got this ma’am! We got your back n you’re gona be great! Side note... I LOVE your shower curtain lol

Alexis Walters

Also, as a longtime manager, this was weird with the letters because I just get brief emails from people, cc-ing HR. I was taught to do a letter and a face to face meeting but they don’t seem to teach that anymore. Except, apparently, in the South.

Kristen North

You reminded me of a video from someone else I follow who got laid off from his day job. Age 40-something, toddler, spouse in the same very precarious industry. He decided to attempt a Patreon and do content full-time and it totally worked out. So hopefully that is encouraging.

Kristen North

You do what makes you the most happy. If its working, its working. If its not it's not. You find the best thing for you. That's what's important.

Nicholas & Heather

I just signed up- my first time. Probably should have made a video. Had no idea of the drama unfolding even without the movies! This may wind up being worth way more than three bucks!

Paul Kay

I'm so proud and excited for you. You have a wonderful presence online and I wish you great success. You have the "IT" factor. It's that intangible thing that only some have. I am so looking forward to watching you grow and develop. Just keep being yourself. Rock on.

Mo Vetta

Brave girl. 😘

Kate Cassidy

You got this.

R. Chris Yates

I totally clapped at the end .. as if you could hear me, but now you know I did! YAY!!!!! :D

AM

It is a big step but nothing big is done easy. Your Charisma will take you far your corkyness is real and captivating keep it up were all here to enjoy the great content you provide

Snacky Munchies

Oh, Ash, you glorious darling, you. I completely understand how this can be scary, but you're doing great! Putting in your papers isn't fun, especially if you're worried about letting your co-workers down, but I have complete faith that in a month you'll feel soooo happy you went through with it. You're the best!

Snow Goon

I know it doesn't seem like it now, but everything will work out. I've been through it many times and it always worked out for the best. Your the best lady!

DanZ

Girl, you got this. I have been exactly where you are. It's scary, but I have faith in you. I did it too and I have honestly never looked back. You can do it!

Arki Kali

It’s scary but you are young, talented and lovely! I can’t wait to see what y’all come up with next. I can’t speak for anyone else, but I have no intention of leaving. Good for you! Huzzah!

Edward Landis

I just upped my Patreon tier a notch, just to be a little more supportive during a scary transition for you. I've been there myself. Good luck Ashleigh.

Nur Hussein

Sure... It's YOU taking the risk here, and I'm sure quitting your job is scary as hell. But, also know that you've got SOMETHIN. Spark. Realism. I don't know what it is. But you've got it. I ALSO know, that when you were sitting outside your place of employment, talking to us.... you were not the only one with butterflies. And I think that's big. Again, none of us are at risk. So why am I nervous? You've made this journey so enjoyable for everyone involved. I think we all understand that this is just the beginning. Couldn't be more stoked. Keep doin' what you're doin'. And quit doubting yourself! You belong here. 🐈🎥🤘🏻

Brandon Portell

Ash - you've got this! We're here for you! You go girl!

Reba Pieczynski

Good luck, I am looking forward to more content!

Tim Gilbert

Luv ya both and am jelly of BEANS 😸😏👍🌟💯💯

Danika Silva

I love that you are following your dream. Brava!

Rebecca Monk

we're rooting for ya.

EF3078

It’s a funny movie ... and beloved, as I’m sure you know. Your childhood must’ve been pretty great.

Be Kind

I don't know about Patreon but from the entertainmers, reactors and personalities but I have heard You Tube does take care of the people they have. But alot of people have been switching to doing their own business . Your not alone there.

Anakin Starkiller

Love The Sandlot. I was that age in the same time period in the movie. Playing baseball and football in an empty lot is what we did all day. This movie showed what my childhood was like, except for the giant dog.

Bill Bevins

Congratulations on being brave enough to take this leap of faith with us. :)

Thomas Yanez

So excited! I’m glad things went well with your resignation.

Karah Markins

Wow, big congratulations! You'll be great!

Keri Parmeter

Yassss girl!! I know a big change like this can be scary but you got this and we got you! And to quote a tweet I saw last year from @ChuckWendig, "TUESDAY. The day you realize that nothing can stop you, because you are a MAGIC SKELETON packed with MEAT and animated with ELECTRICITY and IMAGINATION. You have a cave in your face full of sharp bones and five tentacles at the end of each arm. YOU CAN DO ANYTHING, MAGIC SKELETON." On top of that, you are a red head, and we red heads are tenacious and will conquer any challenge in our path. So believe in yourself, know you got this, and know there is a posse behind you to support you, some of which are also red heads. 😁

Rebecca Anne

Life is scary. I lived my 60 years scared of the future. Don't be Fred. You'll thank me later.

Fred Zeppelin

Love that the closet is like a studio — perfect for working. The blue color is beautiful. In the Air Force, we chose a nice blue also for the computer rm in the office. An officer came in and said, “It’s the wrong color.” “You don’t like blue?”, I asked. “It’s a nice color. It’s just the wrong color.” After a week, I understood what he meant. In color therapy, blue makes you relaxed & sleepy. That tan brown color that all military bases are? That makes you studious. I wanted a nap so badly in that rm. Might not effect you that way since it’s one wall, but a heads-up just in case. 🤓

Be Kind

Congratulations Ashleigh! You got this! By the way love the blue we have that same blue in our bedroom. Take a breath and move forward and just be yourself. Love to you and Hubbin and the fur babies.

Beth O'Brien

*sends hugs your way* you did everything correctly and you have to do what is best for you, Hubbin, and the fur babies. Congrats on this milestone in your life and like everyone else on here, you got this baby girl!!! 💜🦸‍♀️🤟

SassMacfru

Congratulations! So proud of you, this is such a big step to take. Your video showing that fear and uncertainty just made me love and want to support you even more. Because you aren’t an airhead Millennial who just thinks, “I’m fabulous! I don’t need school or a job. I’m going to be Instagram famous because everyone loves me and will give me money!” 🙄 No, you have worked hard for the job you are about to leave and for this channel. Your YouTube audience grew naturally through your wonderful outlook on life. You’re not an imposter, you’re a hard worker and that will ALWAYS yield results in the end. Love ya, hun. Keep on smiling, it makes us smile, too. 🥰

Heather Qualy

You got this.

Alexander Fish

Also I sent you some items to your PO Box a couple of weeks ago and I now hope they are cool enough to make the Blue Wall!😁😁😁

Mark Sylvester

Ashleigh, thanks for sharing this with us. I have very similar thoughts and anxiousness when making even minor life decisions. It is a comfort to see I am not alone it this and I hope you know you are not alone in feeling that way either. Congratulations on this exiting new path!!

Mark Sylvester

Frame the letter. Yesssssss.

Two Cents Magoo

Ashleigh, you will be alright because you are awesome. You will be alright because we all support you and we all love you. Never stop being real. Keep on being yourself and we will never abandon you.

C. A.

Congratulations!!

Amy Silknitter

Congratulations!! You’re are already doing amazing things. You are connecting with people and creating new friendships and touching people emotionally!!! Keep up the hard work but don’t forget to enjoy your successes because you have earned it!!! P.s. Hubben is the man!!

Ed Wood

You go, girl. It will all be fine in the end, and if it is not fine, its not the end, Onward and upward. We will be with you.

JuneBug_TX

Congrats We are here for you (I figured you resigning was the announcement)

christopher brown

From past experiences I've had I totally relate to that feeling of not wanting to let someone down, or being the reason they're about to have a bad day, but at the same time I think you handled things in the best way, you didn't burn any bridges, you gave in your notice so you haven't left them 'In the lurch' as they say. Sure they'll be sad to see you go but I bet a lot of people will be happy that you've found your path. Onwards and upwards Ashleigh :)

Gaz

Pretty much like everyone else in the comments. We are here for you as long as you keep making content. I used to think the idea of Patreon was greedy and people were just using it to exploit their viewers but you changed my mind about that. This video just reaffirms that. I now became a Patron and plan to stay one as long as I can. I still would not be a Patron to many of the Youtubers I subscribe to but ONLY to the ones I think deserve it. Like you. I wait impatiently for your next videos so much. It's not about the movies you watch. (you have watched quite a few I don't like or have no interest in.) It's about you. I watch to see your reactions and your infectious personality. We love you Ashleigh. You got this.

Dave Frostdusk

Follow your Bliss!!!! Its easy!!!! Shine on the world and the world will Shine back!!!🐈😊🌎🌄!!!!!!

WEEZER MANN

You already know a little about me. Remember my hobo reference? Believe me when I say, you’re going to be fine. Now, onto bigger & better things ... like your plans & ideas for the channel. You keep leaving us hanging. YOU’RE KILLING ME, SMALLS! Btw, we should watch The Sandlot (1993). It’s a sports movie.

Be Kind

That imposter feeling you have? Like any minute, you’ll be found out, and everything will come crashing down? That’s actually very common among famous actors. It’s normal, so don’t worry. The only danger of success is self-sabotage. They indulge too much in vices or allow their egos to get the better of them to the point that they become shitty ppl to others. Just don’t do that, and you should be okay.

Be Kind

You got this. And I've seen the comments here- we got your back Ash. I know it's scary. The most worthwhile things in life usually are. I'm so very proud and impressed with you. You ever need encouragement, you can always call on me, and I'm betting almost your whole fan base here will be here for you too in the same way. Like Daniel posted earlier, you are going to CRUSH THIS!!!!

Kristofer Foster

You are incredible and I'm so proud of you!! I see so much of my 26 year old self in you - the fear of conflict, the fear of disappointing someone. It’s a hard place to be. But, I can't imagine your superiors not being supportive of you perusing something that excites you. Doing the scary thing is hard but my god is it exhilarating. I hope you have had a couple of days to de-stress and are starting to feel a rush of excitement!! We got you! ♥

Lynnetta

Heck yeah! You're at the threshold of an uncertain path. Once you've stepped through, you're going to be energized you never thought. Hubbins isn't going to know what to do. But you'll be free to keep building that brand we've already been enjoying for quite a while now. Maybe even be able to work outside of the closet, but hey, it works. Go be brave and get you yours. We'll be waiting here when you get back!!!!

Jeramie

Gurlll ... First, a hug 🤗. (I always thought of this emoji as jazz hands, or like, really happy to see ya. But, apparently, it’s a hug.) Second, thank YOU for piecing these short vids together to share your journey w/us, esp these important milestones. Mark these milestones in some way. Keep a copy of your resignation letter, or take a photo of it. Maybe frame it to put on your studio wall. You know, like how restaurants frame the first dollar bill they rec’d when they opened. Years from now, you’ll have a deep appreciation for this day. You’ll remember the anxiety but will feel so proud that you took a leap of faith to bet on yourself.

Be Kind

Change is never easy, but you've got HUNDREDS that have invested money because we believe in you, and thousands more that tune in each week because you bring real joy to them. It's cliche, but the journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. Congratulations! 🎉

Thomas Ivie

i know how stressful this must be but you got this. i overthink everything also. but remember we are all here for you.

Bleedingreen

Good for you! You go girl! Leaving your comfort zone is always stressful but if you believe in yourself and others believe in you it will be OK. You live your life the way you want and do what you want. When I've made career changing decisions I've always remembered a quote from my favorite movie, "You didn't come into this life just to sit around on a dugout bench, did ya? Now get your ass out there and do the best you can." So you do just that. We are all with you.

Billy Hogner

We’re here for you no matter what the future holds.

Billy Dancel

Just crush this💪

Daniel Örtoft

So happy for you! What you're experiencing is being in your twenties. It's a rollercoaster of trying to find your own way in life, you and Blake. You are having so many exciting experiences!

Autumn Bough

Car fart. You're leaving on good terms. You're not burning any bridges. Deep breath. It will be ok. Yeah, I wouldn't put the supervisors name in bold Last job I quit, their main reaction was to try to convince me to stay.

Jay McIntyre

You second-guess yourself but all of the ways you express that sound totally reasonable and familiar, IMO. I believe most of us have impostor syndrome. In any case, I know I enjoy being a part of your community, so here's to the future!

Tyler Foster

Awesome. As someone that went to self-employment in entertainment around the same age as you, I fully get the "What the hell am I doing?" thing, even if the circumstances are different. It will all work out, just let the path take you where it leads. You may find it goes in places you never imagined, far from where you started.

Kenton Kruger

Chick, you're a badass! Changing careers is one of the many major stressful life events you and hubben have accomplished recently. I mean, from moving away from hometown, to getting married to starting this fantastic channel and the website. WOW! Did your superiors at work take it pretty well? I know that Beans and the puppy are very proud of their momma. It's awesome that you include us in these steps along your journey. We're with you all the way! 🎬🎞📺☕🐈

Shreakin Warrior

You got this dude!

Gcvftw

Congratulations! You’ve got this!!!

Chad Crayton

I havent finished the whole video yet, but I can see you put a lot of pressure on yourself, you have high expectations of yourself and just remember life if for living. you have a great community and husband and its a journey. I hope its a wonderful one, one filled with thrills and lets you express yourself. Another job will be there for you if you decide you want to go back into the work force. you got this! I've managed people before and the best thing in the world is having people grow and become successful even if that's after they work with you. =)

Daniel Sitar

Woo! So happy for you and so excited to see where the channel goes from here! You got this!

Nick Garcia

I am so happy for you Ashleigh! The whole time I was watching this video all I could hear was "Shove This" by: Jay Oh Bee - https://youtu.be/HyxoLqbFDkI

Youseph Tanha

Congratulations!

Paul

You got this. Yes it’s new, yes it’s scary, but you got this. You’re moving to the next stage of things and that’s always nerve wracking and a bit crazy, but you’ve already proven that you can make it. And besides, I don’t think any of us are going to let Beans starve. 😜

Ken “Chaos” McKee

Congrats!

Michael Buhl

Sometimes you have to take a leap of faith to get what you want in life. I think its great that you are doing it. Most people couldnt.

ROG

Ashleigh, don't feel guilty about giving your notice at your job. If it was to their advantage, they would dump you in a second. You also have an excellent support system in Blake. Making big changes and taking chances are how you grow as a person. Plus you have the support of your subscribers. I know a big move can be scary. In 81 I took a job in Southern California and I moved from Western MA to L.A. I came out here by myself and I knew no one. It was pretty intimidating but turned out to be the best thing. So keep your spirits up and be excited for your new challenges. Just be yourself and you will be fine.

Bill Bevins

Congrats on the big step. You are going to be great.

sarah preston

Girl ya got this. I am sure that such a change is SCARY AF but at least you won't have to look back 20 years from now and wonder "What if". Glad I have a small seat on The Hot Mess Express and can't wait to see where it takes you/us next. Keep smiling and remember you are not alone. Peace.

Tony Williams

FOCUS

Yay!! So excited for you. I would have been freaking out just like you - but you did it! Go you!

ChickensAreRacist

Congratulations on the big step, We all wish you a lot of success in this project. I wouldn't worry too much, you really got it made. You are naturally talented and funny. I mean, I never would have thought of joining patreon for someone until I met you and your videos. Worth every penny... best wishes

Moni Castaneda

I couldn’t be any more happier or prouder for anyone!!

Freddy Spence

Nothing to be scared about, Asleigh. We are all here to support you in everything that you do.

Why not, her channel diversity isn't a bad thing

ingibingi2000

You are brave and wonderful

ingibingi2000

New Video Series Idea.. Learning to Garden with Ashleigh!

Jeremy Helton

Congratulations. I know that first step -- the resignation -- is scary, but you're going to do great with this. <3

Kitty MacAlpine

Yeah! Can’t wait to see the future!

MrBamaRed

Congratulations 🙂

Michael Johnson

Congratulations Ashleigh. 🎉🎉🎉 You’re a diamond in the rough of YouTube, and you made reaction/commentary videos fun to watch. Keep going and you’ll be doing bigger & greater things. Much love!

Gio Vidrio

That was fast… still though… Cool!

Gregory