I drove to Madison (Pinetta) to attend the celebration of 10 years of the Madison Youth Ranch.
Before going, as I did not RSVP until Friday, the day before (so rude of me!), I texted through Messenger to see if any of my former FUMCH Facebook friends were going. Donna and Charlie said they would not.
Greetings, just curious as to who is going to this Saturday’s 10th Anniversary celebration at the Residing Hope Madison Youth Ranch? I didn’t RSVP, would love to see it, now may be available to go. Anyone going?
Rev. Faith: That’s a great question. I’m sure you could still go. Eddie is our representative but Val and Eddie are traveling on vacation right now.
ACM: I have contacts to call and check. Just wondering if any supporters of the ranch or my former board members are going.
Myra Galloway: We will not be able to attend. We would love to see the ranch but cannot make the trip. We hardly ever travel out of town we both have eye problems.
ACM: Was hoping you both might be there.
John Rivas: We’d love to be there but I have a conflict that prevents me from attending. I hope to visit soon.
James Bernard: Unfortunately, I cannot attend. We could probably drive there, but I wouldn’t be able to participate in any activities. It would be great to see everyone. Jim.
Ruth Moore (Mike): Haven’t been back since we left on 2018. Hope to make it back someday. Won’t be the same without Billy & Dianne Sullivan or the Laidlaws…
ACM: Wonderful celebration today! First time I saw the pool, chapel and chickens!
Mike (Myra): Neat !! Wish we could have been there.
Rev. Faith: I’m so glad you went!
ACM: Beautiful weather, the young lady residents were engaging, impressive horse stable. Much praise for Ruth and Mike Moore for their early work and vision.
Spoke with Shailen Barmeda, Director now! Been there for 20 years, and he still looks under the age of 30! Always happy, smiling. Also met the current board vice chair. I’m glad I went, wasn’t sure when I would ever go again in the future.
Ruth: Those street signs were painted by a young artistic teen when we were there.
Mike & I left a piece of our hearts there, along with a lot of blood, sweat & tears. Glad things are moving forward! Hope to get back some day!
Mike: I remember the day that Billy and Diane Sullivan made a commitment to me for the initial land around which the Madison Youth Ranch was developed. Subsequent meeting with supporters in that community yielded several substantial financial commitments of funds and land upon which the Ranch is now located. As we made many visits to the property and worked with builders, the vision began to develop. Groundbreaking was an emotional event for many.
Do you remember the unique aspect of the property that we found?
The old cemetery!
Ruth - Private Message:
Thank you for the update on the MYR celebration! So glad to know it is still moving forward! Were we really mentioned? I have no contact with anyone at FUMCH anymore. Occasionally hear from Bunny Maultsby & Beth Moore in Madison. Glad you were able to attend 🥰
ACM: Yes, Kitwana reviewed the history of the youth ranch and described you and Mike’s dedication and hard work as the first to live there. He mentioned dates of when each building was dedicated but specifically spent a few minutes about you and Mike. Elisabeth Gadd spoke about who donated for the big items, the current director of the ranch spoke, she had an interesting story how she ended up there. Very nice celebration. Diane Sullivan’s daughter is on the Board.
Ruth: Thanks for the overview! I was actually in FL, came home on Thursday….didn’t realize the event was Saturday. I could have rearranged my schedule. Oh well, maybe another time.
So glad you were able to attend! I have such good memories of working with you & the board members, along with Mike Galloway.
I enjoyed the music, the BBQ lunch, speaking with Elisabeth Gadd and Shailen, seeing the pool, Chapel, chickens, horse stables and greenhouse. Program:
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