Five years ago, Chad and I (Amanda) started dating. We took the big step of purchasing a home together in Manchester, TN. While Chad hails from Manchester, I come from Cookeville, TN. Together, we’re raising four wonderful children – three boys, a girl, and our cherished miniature schnauzer furbaby.
In January 2022, my life took an unexpected turn when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. March marked the beginning of my six dose-dense chemotherapy sessions, which lasted until July 1st. Following that, in August 2022, I underwent a double mastectomy and took a medical leave from my full-time job. By October, although still experiencing fatigue, I felt mostly back to myself. Seeking a purpose during my better days, I proposed the idea of starting a candle business to Chad while he was at work. Despite his initial surprise, he wholeheartedly supported the idea, and by the time he returned home, I had already placed orders for everything we needed to kickstart our venture.
We began selling candles sporadically, participated in craft shows, and managed to secure placements for our candles in a few local businesses. Although I started 28 rounds of radiation in November 2022, temporarily slowing down our business activities, we persevered. As the new year dawned, we diversified our product range, eager to provide our customers with an array of fragrance options.
Throughout this challenging journey, we’ve been immensely grateful for the support we’ve received. It’s through this support that my humble dreams have blossomed into a significant reality for us. We’re excited about the future and eager to expand our business further, offering our customers the finest products for all their fragrance needs.
Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey with us!