Hello, everyone. I have read this forum but just decided last night to join. I've been making soap since about 1998 and started a very small business in 2000. I sell mostly at craft shows, some direct selling, and I have a few wholesale accounts. I also make creams, lotions, lip balms, and other bath and body products. I've been married to my current husband 31 years, have 4 children, DH has one, and between us we have 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. We live out in the country and I have a garden, a small greenhouse for starting flowers and vegetables, and I take care of a sizeable yard. Lately I've been busy freezing veggies from the garden and soon I'll be ramping up the soapmaking for my fall and winter craft shows. Looking forward to getting to know some of you. Cherry