I'Mpossible Interview with Erin & Mike of Peony & Birch
Release Date: 10/13/2023
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In this episode, host Caroline Schafer chats with vendors Erin and Mike - a husband and wife team. Mike works full time as a firefighter and Erin is a nurse. In their spare time, they love to design and create unique and special products. Each product is personally hand-crafted after an order is placed.
This is the perfect time to order for Christmas at their Spouse-ly shop -Peony & Birch Co.
We are so grateful that Mike and Erin took the time to share their “I’m possible” story with us!
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