01/15/2024
Hi Everyone ❤️
I have some big news after lots of self reflection and life-planning navigation. As many of you know I have been studying at UWO whilst managing this business, and a family. I have started working on building my feild experience and I have really enjoyed it! I have found it very challenging to make a decision of where to place my priorities in 2024, as there is simply not enough time to fulfill each role constructively. When I lost my mom last year, I not only lost her, but I lost the support system she provided. Attending markets has been hard with no extra supports with childcare and just her support in general. This being said I have made the decision to take a break from my home business and focus on my career, and my family. I do not want to close Forest City Candles because it is something I am still passionate about, I just need to put my ducks in the right places at the right time. Candle sales slow down dramatically from January-July, and this is a great time for me to focus on my other obligations. During this time I will post candles that are available, every so often, and until supplies last. My plan is to keep our business socials up and running to maintain visibility for when production can start again. The website will be down but you can place orders by messaging directly. The website is still opened currently with limited stock until January 21st. Since I started FCC I have been honoured to have experienced genuine love and support from all of you. Every single one of you has taught me so much about entrepreneurship, leadership, community, and how to foster strong collaborations while empowering one another. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for making this possible. I know I couldn’t have gotten this far without any of you. I have met so many amazing people and have met some amazing friends. This is not a “goodbye” it’s a “see you later”. ❤️
