I started listening to her when I was still in high school (around the same time the trilogy came out) and, well, I still consider myself in the process of growing up. It never ends
Yes, it's hard to be objective especially since the Duty/I am... era for me was very important musically speaking, but I'm able to say that My Story is by far my favorite album.
I agree, it's perfectly natural to have your fandom tested (which I believe is happening to me right now), but if you survive, your faith in Ayu as an artist will always come out stronger. I really hope that happens. But heaven knows I am definitely in this for the long haul. Ayu is already a major part of my life. It would be unwise and ridiculous to let that go so easily.