Lead to Love

🩷 **Some things simply can't be rushed.**

Almost three years ago, I learned how to make soap from a talented maker in Williamsburg, Kentucky.

This month, I finally made my first batches on my own.

Not because I wasn't capable.
Not because I was afraid.
But because I wanted to do it the right way.

Soap making requires working with a caustic ingredient, and I knew I didn't want to make it in the same kitchen where I prepared food. Sometimes the right opportunity takes time to create.

This week, I made three batches:

✨ Unscented Carrot Soap (for sensitive skin)
✨ Dark Amber Rosewood
✨ A brand-new blend that I need **YOUR** help naming! 🩷

The beautiful thing about soap is that even after it's made, it isn't ready. It has to cure for **4–6 weeks** before it's at its best.

I couldn't help but think how much we're like that.

Sometimes we're frustrated because something is taking longer than we expected. But time spent preparing isn't time wasted. Growth, healing, learning, and building often happen long before anyone else sees the finished product.

Take your time.
Do it well.
Listen to your body.
Be gracious with yourself.

You only get one body, one life, and one opportunity to be you. There is no prize for rushing through it.

These soaps are expected to be ready just in time for **Harvest Homecoming**, and I can't wait to share them with you.

💬 Now I need your help! What would you name our newest soap blend? Drop your ideas below—I may choose one! 🩷🫶

🩷 **No one builds a dream alone.**

Today, I found myself reflecting on just how many people have helped shape this journey.

To every customer who has shopped online, visited my booth at the farmers market, stopped by Clifton Emporium, shared a post, or recommended Le(a)d to Love to a friend... thank you.

To my friends and family who have encouraged me through the highs and the hard days... thank you.

To my Granny, who still calls me to place her order like I'm the Avon lady... thank you for making me smile every single time. 🤍😊

And to the entrepreneurs who have been generous enough to share their wisdom, answer my questions, offer encouragement, and challenge me to think differently—thank you. So much of the progress you've seen has come from implementing the advice of people who were willing to share what they've learned. Your kindness has made a lasting impact.

Every order, every conversation, every piece of advice, every share, and every word of encouragement has helped build Le(a)d to Love into what it is today.

This business has never been just about skincare. It's about people. It's about trust. It's about community. And it's about creating something that leaves people better than I found them.

Thank you for believing in this dream and allowing me to be a small part of your lives. I don't take your support for granted.

Love you all. Let's choose love and lead to love. 🩷🫶

💬 I'd love to hear from you—who's someone that has encouraged or mentored you along your journey? Let's celebrate them in the comments.

🩷 **One of my favorite parts of the New Albany Farmers Market is the people.**

There are so many talented makers, growers, bakers, and small business owners who show up week after week to serve our community. Every booth has a story, a dream, and someone who took a chance on themselves.

Take a stroll with me down Bank Street and meet a few of the wonderful vendors that make this market so special. If you've been looking for a reason to shop local, this is it.

And if you're stopping by, don't forget to visit Le(a)d to Love! This week we're excited to have **NEW fragrances**, including:

🩷 Sweet Escape
🩷 Patchouli
🩷 Honeysuckle
🩷 Lilac
🩷 Frankincense & Myrrh

📍 **New Albany Farmers Market**
202 E. Market St.
New Albany, IN 47150

🕗 **Saturdays | 8:00 AM–12:00 PM**

Can't make it to the market? You can also shop Le(a)d to Love inside **Clifton Emporium**, located on the first floor of the **District Artisan Market & Patio**.

📍845 E. 15th St., New Albany, IN 47150

🛍️ **Store Hours**
✨ Wednesday–Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM
✨ Sunday: 1 PM–5 PM

Or shop online anytime at **[www.leadtolove.net](http://www.leadtolove.net)**.

Thank you for supporting local businesses, local families, and the people who pour their hearts into creating something meaningful. Every purchase keeps our community thriving. 🩷🫶

💬 **Which local small business do you think deserves a shoutout? Tag them below so we can show them some love!**

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🩷 **Your Saturday plans just got a little sweeter!**

There's nothing quite like spending a Saturday morning at the **New Albany Farmers Market**—fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious treats, beautiful flowers, and some of the hardest-working small businesses you'll ever meet.

I took you on a walk through the market so you can meet a few of the incredible vendors that help make this community so special. Whether you're shopping for yourself, your family, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, there's something here for everyone.

While you're here, stop by Le(a)d to Love! We're excited to have your favorite self-care products along with **NEW scents** available today:

🩷 Patchouli
🩷 Honeysuckle
🩷 Lilac
🩷 Frankincense & Myrrh

Plus customer favorites like our body butters, bath + body oils, room + linen sprays, shower steamers, bath bombs, sugar scrubs, and more!

📍 **New Albany Farmers Market**
202 E. Market St.
New Albany, IN 47150

🕗 **We're here today from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM!**

Can't make it to the market?

You can shop Le(a)d to Love inside **Clifton Emporium**, located on the first floor of the **District Artisan Market & Patio**.

📍845 E. 15th St.
New Albany, IN 47150

🛍️ **Store Hours**
✨ Wednesday–Saturday: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
✨ Sunday: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM

Or shop online anytime at **(http://www.leadtolove.net)**.

Thank you for supporting local businesses, local families, and the dreams that make our community stronger. Every purchase helps us continue creating transparent, handcrafted products and growing something truly special.

Love you all! 🩷🫶

💬 **Which new scent are you most excited to smell—Patchouli, Honeysuckle, Lilac, or Frankincense & Myrrh?**

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🩷 **One of my favorite parts of being an entrepreneur is the proximity to my customers.**

You tell me what you're looking for, what scents remind you of home, your favorite flowers, and the fragrances you've been searching for. Then I get the privilege of bringing those ideas to life.

Because of your suggestions, these scents will be available tomorrow:

✨ Patchouli
✨ Honeysuckle
✨ Lilac
✨ Frankincense & Myrrh

Thank you for trusting me with your ideas, your preferences, and your self-care. It means more than you know. Every conversation helps Le(a)d to Love become a little better, and I'm so grateful you're part of this journey.

🛍️ **Find us tomorrow at the New Albany Farmers Market!**

📍202 E. Market St.
New Albany, IN 47150
🕗 **8:00 AM–12:00 PM**

Can't make it to the market?

Shop anytime at **(http://www.leadtolove.net)** or visit Le(a)d to Love inside **Clifton Emporium**, located on the first floor of the **District Artisan Market & Patio**:

📍845 E. 15th St.
New Albany, IN 47150

🛍️ **Store Hours**
✨ Wednesday–Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM
✨ Sunday: 1 PM–5 PM

💬 **What scent would you love to see next?** I just might make it. 🩷🫶

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🩷 **Your emotions are not your enemy. They're information.**

Fear.
Anger.
Joy.
Grief.
Excitement.
Disappointment.

Our emotions often arise automatically, and they're naturally temporary. While we can't always choose what we feel, we can choose how we respond and learn healthy ways to process our emotions so they don't begin to control us.

Ignoring our emotions doesn't make them disappear. Sometimes it simply buries them until they show up in unhealthy ways.

I've also learned that when we consistently numb emotions like fear, sadness, or anger, we often end up numbing joy, peace, gratitude, and excitement too.

Be intentional about the people you surround yourself with. Some encourage healing, wisdom, and accountability. Others feed fear, resentment, bitterness, or hopelessness. The voices we allow into our lives influence how we process what we're feeling.

You don't have to react to every emotion, but you don't have to deny it either.

Pause.
Acknowledge it.
Learn from it.
Then choose a response that aligns with the person you're becoming.

I hope today reminds you that your emotions deserve your attention—but they don't have to dictate your decisions.

Love you all. Let's choose love and lead to love. 🩷🫶

💬 What's one healthy way you've learned to process difficult emotions?

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🩷 **Your self-care favorites are back, and the market is full of amazing local businesses!**

There's something special about Saturday mornings at the New Albany Farmers Market. Fresh produce, handmade goods, friendly faces, and a community that continues to show up for one another.

I took a stroll through the market to highlight some of the incredible vendors you'll find here today, so come out, say hello, and support local!

✨ **Back in stock today:**
🫶 Grapefruit + Mint Body Butter
🫶 Baja Cactus Blossom Body Butter
🫶 Shower Steamers

These customer favorites are available in **limited quantities**, so be sure to stop by before they're gone!

📍 **New Albany Farmers Market**
202 E. Market St.
New Albany, IN 47150

🕗 **We're here until 12 PM!**

Can't make it to the market today? No worries!

You can shop Le(a)d to Love inside **Clifton Emporium**, located on the first floor of the **District Artisan Market & Patio**.

📍845 E. 15th St.
New Albany, IN 47150

🛍️ **Store Hours**
✨ Wednesday–Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM
✨ Sunday: 1 PM–5 PM

Or shop online anytime at **[www.leadtolove.net](http://www.leadtolove.net)**.

Thank you for supporting local makers, local dreams, and small businesses like mine. Every purchase truly makes a difference. 🩷🫶

💬 Tell me—which scent are you hoping to bring home today?

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🫶 **POV: The guest bedroom became the space where a dream keeps growing.**

Not long ago, this was simply a spare bedroom.

Today, it's becoming the production space for Le(a)d to Love. Every shelf assembled, every box unpacked, and every workspace organized is another step toward serving you better.

I was so excited after getting the room closer to where I envisioned it that I couldn't help myself—I pulled out my trusty stand mixers and made two of our most requested body butters:

🩷 Baja Cactus Blossom
🩷 Grapefruit + Mint

These are for some of my most loyal customers, and I can't wait for you to get your hands on them!

**Body butter will be available this Saturday at the New Albany Farmers Market in very limited quantities.** Once they're gone, they're gone!

The best part? This is only the beginning. Soon, our new 30-quart mixer will help us produce larger batches, which means your favorite body butters will be available much more consistently.

Can't make it to the market?

🛍️ Shop anytime at , located on the first floor of the **District Artisan Market & Patio**
📍845 E. 15th St., New Albany, IN 47150

**Store Hours:**
🫶 Wednesday–Saturday: 10 AM–6 PM
🫶 Sunday: 1 PM–5 PM

You can also shop online anytime.

Thank you for cheering us on through every season of growth. Every order, every share, every kind word, and every visit has helped transform more than a room—it has helped build a dream.

And we're just getting started. 🩷🫶

💬 If you've been following this journey from the beginning, tell me: **what's your favorite part of watching a small business grow?**

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