More Blog Posts
Lessons Learned in Lockdown
Dec 31, 2020
Recently, I was able to meet up with a former resident of ours from when our family was houseparenting.
Cody's First CHRISTmas
Dec 06, 2020
It was Matt & Rachael’s second Christmas on staff as houseparents and they were sitting in church with their Pine House residents.
From Lonely to Loved
Nov 20, 2020
November is National Adoption Month so I would like to share the true story of Lovena with you.
Challenging Yet Fulfilling
Sep 16, 2020
When we moved to Gateway Woods 5 years ago, we had a 9-month-old little girl and no plan.
Hopeful Distancing Auction Recap
Sep 14, 2020
But on May 11th, a decision was made. The Auction as we’ve known it for forty-three years would need to change. But change to what?
Genuine Connections
May 20, 2020
WillowBridge serves young adults who have aged out of the system and whose primary support comes from their connection to Gateway Woods.
An Open Letter to Covid-19
Apr 30, 2020
Dear COVID-19, Boy, have you rocked this world in the last few months! You’ve taken the term “going viral” to a whole new level.
For His Glory
Apr 29, 2020
My job is behind the scenes. Unseen by most. And because of it, that can lead one to believe that the job doesn’t matter, is insignificant.
Continuing to Give Quality Care
Apr 20, 2020
Some of you may have been wondering how this recent epidemic has affected Gateway Woods...
King Ooga Booga
Mar 20, 2020
“KING OOGA BOOGA!”, my kids shouted as they came tumbling in the doorway. I was amused and slightly confused.