The Time Has Come – My Retirement Announcement

After nearly eight incredible years, the time has come for me to officially announce my retirement from in-person sex work.

This decision has not come lightly. Sex work has been a significant and transformative part of my life. It's brought me growth, financial stability, unforgettable experiences, connection. I’ve met so many wonderful clients, fellow SW, and supporters along the way, and I’m deeply grateful for every person who has been part of this wild journey.

As I near the end of my studies and prepare to take the next step in my professional life, I’ve decided to fully shift my focus toward a new career outside of the industry. This means that I will be retiring from in-person work in early 2026.

Important Dates

My last day in Auckland will be January 12th, 2025.

After that, I’ll be embarking on a farewell tour from January 14th to February 14th, visiting several cities. While the specific dates are yet to be locked in, the cities currently on my list include:

• Wellington

• Hamilton

• Christchurch

• Queenstown

• Invercargill

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Please note that this list is tentative and dependent on interest—so if you're based in one of these places (or somewhere else you think I should visit), now’s the time to let me know. I plan to confirm and announce my final tour schedule by the end of October/early November

What Comes Next

While I’m stepping away from in-person work, I won’t be disappearing entirely - at least not right away. I’m planning to continue exploring content creation and online services, which will allow me to stay connected to this community in a different way.

I also have a huge backlog of writing—blogs, reflections, and half-formed ideas—that I’ve never shared publicly. In the coming months, I’m looking forward to finally going through those drafts and releasing the ones that still feel relevant. It feels like a fitting way to honour this chapter of my life as I close it.

Thank You

Whether you’ve supported me in person, online, or from afar, thank you. Your kindness, trust, and generosity have made this career not only sustainable, but incredibly fulfilling.

This next phase is both exciting and bittersweet. I’m so proud of what I’ve achieved, and I feel ready to take the next step with confidence. I hope to see many of you during my farewell tour.

With love and titty squishes,

Ashley Monroe