"This is incredible writing. I always knew you could write but wow. This is raw and captivating and witty and honest. I couldn't stop reading until I got to the end and then I was disappointed there wasn't more. At the same time, I am gutted because I know you and to see/read the pain you went through/are going through is heartbreaking. I feel strange to praise your elegance and skill in the writing without acknowledging that it is your past and your pain and your struggles that you are writing about. I hope my sentiments are being conveyed correctly and not as insensitive or ignorant. Your statements about God and math were beautiful and I would love to quote them one day. I hope to be able to read more about your story and experience. I think it is brave and beautiful to share this with the world. I also know it can be terrifying. You are incredible and I am lucky to know you in my life. Learning and listening to other's perspectives and experiences are how we grow. Thank you."
Catherine Eason Pateracki (friend)
"Aeon, your writing is objectively beautiful and heartbreaking. I’d say that even if I didn’t already know most of it from the periphery. It takes courage to put yourself out there that way. I hope you know that you are loved and supported and treasured. I’m always here for you. "
Jim Bailey (father)
"[Aeon], this is beautiful and profound. What an incredibly talented writer you are! I read it several times because I really wanted to take your words into my heart and remember them. It breaks my heart to think of all of the hurt and pain that you have experienced. I’m so terribly sorry that you have had so much to deal with but I’m so proud of you for acknowledging it and being brave enough to face it and write about it. Wow- what courage you have. You are beautiful in every way and I absolutely adore you!"