I'm very new to soap making but it has taken it's hold on me and I just love it!! For me it has proven to be the best stress reliever ever I started with M & P (which I still do) and after loads of research decided to tackle CP. My 1st batch was great and inspired me to try more....yes I've had the disasters, tears and frustrations but fortunatley have had more successes than failures so it keeps me inspired. Looking forward to being a part of this forum...as time allows as I work full time and my husband and I spend a lot of our free time with my elderly Dad.