Start a Gift Subscription for You and Your Parent
Thoughtful Gift for You and Your Parent
- One short story each week.
Six minutes. Text and audio.
Delivered for 12 months.
- A quiet way to stay connected without pressure.
What You’ll See at Checkout
- You’re checking out through Substack.com
- You’ll see the publication name “52 Shades of Graying” in the heading
- You and your parent will receive the same weekly story from Jim's new “52 Shades of Growing Together” series
- You can email Jim at jim@jimhasse.com for assistance with "help" in the subject line, if anything looks off
Family Bundle 1
You + One Parent
$53.60 for 12 months
Two email addresses. One shared experience.
A 60-percent savings compared to two, non-family, individual, annual subscriptions of $67 each ($134 total).
- You: $26.80
- Mom or Dad: $26.80
- Total: $53.60
You and your parent will receive weekly stories from "52 Shades of Growing Together," a special series within "52 Shades of Graying."
Family Bundle 2
You + Two Parents
$80.40 for 12 months
Three email addresses. One shared experience.
Ideal for adult children with two living parents.
A 60-percent savings compared to three, non-family, individual, annual subscriptions of $67 each ($201 total).
- You: $26.80
- Mom: $26.80
- Dad: $26.80
- Total: $80.40
You and your parent will receive weekly stories from "52 Shades of Growing Together," a special series within "52 Shades of Graying."
What You and Your Parent Will Receive
- One short story each week by email
- Available in both text and audio
- Each story takes about six minutes
- Read or listen at your own pace
- No requirement to respond or discuss
You'll both receive the same story each week.
If you choose, it can become a point of conversation.
If not, each story stands quietly on its own.
What Happens After You Subscribe
- You receive a confirmation email
- Each recipient receives a separate welcome email from Jim
- Access details are delivered privately
- No public posting required
- No social sharing expected
Subscriptions begin shortly after purchase and continue for the full 12 months.
How You Might Write your Gift Message
Before your parent receives Jim's welcome email, you may want to use your own email to send a private message to each recipient.
It's your opportunity to explain why you chose this gift.
Here is a simple example you may use or adapt:
Hi, Mom:
You will soon start receiving a short story each week by email. Each one is about six minutes long and available in both text and audio.
I’ll be receiving the same story each week, so we can compare reactions if we want.
There is no obligation to respond or discuss anything. I simply thought you might enjoy these upbeat stories.
Love,
XXXX
This message is, of course, optional.
Your Subscription Questions
What happens after I subscribe?
You receive confirmation and simple instructions. If you are gifting, each recipient receives access details separately.
Can I cancel my subscription?
Yes. You can cancel or adjust your subscription at any time through your account settings. Canceling stops future renewals. Access continues through the period you have already paid for.
What about refunds?
There is no automatic refund for unused time beyond the 12-month period you have paid for. Refunds may be issued in special circumstances.
Will my parent see my payment info?
No. Payment details are never shared with gift recipients.
Is this private?
Yes. Personal information is respected and not sold. Participation is entirely private.
What if I need help?
You can reach Jim directly by email at jim@jimhasse.com. Place "Help" in the subject line.
Final note
This is not a program. It is not self-help. It is not advice.
It's simply a series of short, thoughtful stories about aging and everyday life.
Many adult children choose this because it feels respectful.
Many parents appreciate it because it does not talk down to them.