Two years ago, our Hattiesburg store had to close. We brought things “old‑school” back to Ellisville—open by day, parties at night—while I continued my daytime work with a manufacturer I respect. Through all of it, one thing stayed clear: my heart is in the conversations.

Before Pepper’s, I earned an M.S. in Counseling Psychology. Over the last 29+ years, I’ve had thousands of trusted conversations with real folks about real intimacy—what’s working, what’s not, and how to move forward with kindness. In the early years, my parties were primarily for women; during our boutique years we welcomed a wider range of voices and experiences, and those diverse conversations continue to shape my coaching.

Around here, products aren’t the point. They’re tools for conversations and practical intimacy helpers—simple ways to talk about confidence, communication, and pleasure without shame.

Now I’m opening my calendar for Intimacy Coaching for couples—private sessions with clear, doable steps you can actually use. We’ll keep it respectful, judgment‑free, and just spicy enough to make learning fun.