At Love Square One, every candle tells a story. Our newest release, the “Strawberry Kiss” candle, carries a story of courage, love, and community.
I first met Aria’s grandmother, Kim, in 2019, when life connected us through work. In 2022, when Aria heartbreakingly lost her battle with pediatric leukemia, I came to know her mom, Rachael, her aunt, Amanda, and her dad, Mike. Over time, our relationship blossomed into true friendship... now, we’re kinda like family. Together, we blended three strawberry fragrances into one sweet, delicate, and unforgettable scent. The result is the “Strawberry Kiss” candle a fragrance born out of love, memory, and community. And just as this candle carries Aria’s legacy forward, so too does our commitment: anything Aria’s family needs, they will always have our love and the unwavering support of this community.
Her legacy lives on through Aria’s Pride, the nonprofit founded by her parents, Rachael and Mike Ryan. Aria’s Pride supports families with care packages, financial aid, and a one-of-a-kind Strawberry Library at Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital, where kids can escape into books during treatment.
✨ With every “Strawberry Kiss” candle, wax melt, or room spray sold, 50% of proceeds go directly to Aria’s Pride.
💡 Want to do more? You can:
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📚 Donate a new children’s book to Aria’s Strawberry Library.
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💝 Make a direct donation to Aria’s Pride, helping sustain their vital programs for families.
Launch Event:
📍 Sidebar, Lake Norman
📅 September 19 | 5–9 p.m.
We’ll be celebrating this release alongside our amazing community. Whether you join us before or after the Lake Norman Woman of the Year event, we’d love to see you.
When you light “Strawberry Kiss,” may it remind you of the sweetness of memory, the strength of family, and the beauty of giving back.
All our love,
Joanna & Anthony