When you support my small business, you might think you’re simply placing an order, reading a blog post, commenting on a recipe, or sharing something with a friend.

But from where I’m sitting? It means SO much more.

Over the years, my Pampered Chef business has become something I never could have imagined when I first started. And so much of that is because of the people who have shown up, supported me, laughed with me, cooked with me, and occasionally watched me make a mess in the kitchen. 😂

So today, I just want to say thank you.

What It Really Means to Support My Small Business

There are so many ways you support my small business—and not all of them involve spending money.

Every time you:

• Read one of my posts
• Leave a comment
• Share a recipe
• Watch one of my videos
• Host a party
• Tell a friend about me
• Open one of my emails
• Place an order

…you are supporting my small business.

Those seemingly little actions help me continue doing something I genuinely love: showing busy people that cooking at home can be easier, more doable, and even FUN.

You’ve Been Part of More Than a Business

This business has never been only about kitchen tools for me.

It’s about people.

It’s about helping someone find a shortcut that makes Tuesday night’s dinner a little less stressful.

It’s about hearing someone say, “Hey, I think I could make that!”

It’s about recipes shared, conversations started, friendships made, and memories created around the table.

And YOU have helped me build that.

From Drive-Thru Queen to Helping Others Cook at Home

There’s another reason your support means so much to me.

I didn’t really start cooking until I was 50!

Yep. Your friendly neighborhood Pampered Chef consultant was once quite comfortable letting somebody else do the cooking and handing it to me through a little window. 😂

Pampered Chef helped me discover that cooking didn’t have to be complicated or intimidating. With the right recipes, tools, and a little confidence, I could actually do this.

Now I get to help other people discover the same thing.

Every time you support my small business, you’re helping me continue sharing that message.

The Little Things Aren’t Little to Me

One of my favorite things about running my small business is knowing there are actual people on the other side.

I notice your names.

I recognize the people who regularly comment.

I smile when someone replies to an email.

I LOVE when somebody tells me they tried one of the recipes I shared.

And when you come back to shop with me again? That means more than you probably realize.

You aren’t an order number to me.

You’re one of my peeps.

Thank You for Being One of My Peeps

Whether you’ve been hanging out with me for years or you just found me last Tuesday, I’m grateful you’re here.

Thank you for trusting me.

Thank you for cheering me on.

Thank you for allowing me into your kitchen—even if it’s only through your phone while you’re standing there wondering what in the world you’re making for dinner. 😂

And most of all, thank you for choosing to support my small business.

A Little Something Sweet for You

And because I couldn’t write a whole blog thanking my peeps without feeding you, I’m including a Cranberry Apple Cobbler recipe for you to enjoy!

It’s sweet, cozy, and perfect for this time of year—and consider it my little virtual thank-you hug from my kitchen to yours. 🍎

If you’d like more easy recipes, realistic kitchen tips, a little encouragement, and probably a laugh or two along the way, subscribe to my emails and join me in making mealtime a little easier—one meal at a time.

Here’s to ditching the drive-thru when we can, trying something new in the kitchen, and making more mealtime memories together.

And most importantly, thank you for being one of my peeps. 💚