I've learned that... 1) Not every fragrance I like, my customers are going to like. 2) Candlemaking can be very costly depending on the products you want to market...ie. labelling, glassware, website, marketing materials. 3) All your friends want a DEAL. 4) You should never sell something before you TEST IT! 5) Your family and friends are your biggest critics. 6) During busy season I never get any sleep. 7) During summer, I'm always researching new f/o's & packaging for the coming season. 8) I can't get enough fragrances even though my shelves are bulging with bottles. 9) My DH gets told that he smells like fruit, florals or baked goods whenever he goes to work.