07/13/2026
One of the questions I get asked most is, “How do you do it all?”
The honest answer? I don’t.
Some days I have the energy to pour candles, pack orders, answer emails, and prepare for a market. Other days, simply getting through the day is enough.
Living with Endometriosis and Multiple Sclerosis has changed the way I run my business. I’ve learned to slow down when I need to, adapt my workspace, listen to my body, and celebrate progress instead of perfection.
You’ll often see me at markets with my cane. You’ll notice I sit whenever I can during workshops. You may even receive an order a day later than I originally planned because my body had other ideas.
I’ve also learned that asking for help isn’t a weakness—it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made. Whether it’s having someone help pour candles during busy seasons, represent Loudoun Wicks at a market when my body needs a break, or lend a hand behind the scenes, I’ve realized I don’t have to do everything alone.
And that’s okay.
Loudoun Wicks isn’t just a business I’ve built—it’s proof that life doesn’t have to stop after a diagnosis. It may look different than I once imagined, but it’s filled with purpose, creativity, resilience, and a community that has supported me every step of the way.
Thank you for allowing me to do what I love. Every order, every workshop, every kind message, and every person who has stepped in to help reminds me why I keep showing up.
🤍 Kristi
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