This November 5, 2023, I will celebrate 20 years as a soap maker. November 5, 2003 was the day I made my first Olive Oil Castile batch of soap. I hand mixed it with a wooden spoon and trickled in lavender essential oils. Soapmaking was a source of comfort for me, especially after the passing of my mother a few months prior. It helped me through my grieving process and has also rewarded me with a way to make a living. It has truly been a blessing in my life. I am grateful for the journey and look forward to continuing to create and share my passion with others.