07/09/2026
We've been in business for 50+ years and we've had our share of unexpected business interruptions and it can be a challenge to put that apron back on and smile. If there's one you thing you take away from Mrs. Sprinkles story, let's be kind to one another. We love you Mrs. Sprinkles Ice Cream!
This isn't a post asking for sympathy. It's just a little glimpse into the reality behind owning a small business.
This morning, I walked into Mrs. Sprinkles expecting our ice cream delivery, only to find that one of our main dipping case compressors had failed.
Full freezer of ice cream... gone.
In the grand scheme of life, I know it's just ice cream. But for a small business, it's an unexpected repair, lost inventory, lost time, and one more obstacle during our busiest season.
The truth is, sometimes life is already heavy before you unlock the front door. Then something like this happens, and it feels like the final straw.
Most people only see the finished product the smiles, the colorful scoops, the events, the fun videos, the laughter. They don't always see what happens behind the scenes to keep those doors open.
But here's what I've learned.
Small business owners are resilient.
We cry.
We clean up the mess.
We make the phone calls.
We figure it out.
Then we unlock the doors with a smile because we love what we've built, and we love the people we serve.
This isn't me complaining. I chose this dream, and I'd choose it again a thousand times. But some days... they're just really hard.
So if I can leave you with one thing today, it's this: please choose kindness. You never know what someone behind a counter is carrying. A smile, a little patience, a kind word, or even taking a minute to leave a Google review can mean more than you'll ever know.
If you've been thinking about stopping by this weekend, we'd love to see you. Every scoop, every visit, and every kind word truly helps keep dreams like ours alive.
These tubs may be empty...
But my heart is still full.
Full of gratitude for this community.
Full of determination to keep going.
And full of excitement to refill every one of those tubs and keep serving you with a smile.
Tomorrow, we scoop again. ❤️🍦