09/04/2026
"~Ms. Crystal is a licensed foster parent, a mother of six children, and a proud grandmother of seven grandchildren, with another grandchild on the way. These experiences have given her a deep understanding of the importance of providing children with a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. ~"
I would like to take a moment to sincerely thank Ashley Whitley for the opportunity and the platform to be a part of the WCWB podcast.
I truly appreciate you opening the door and allowing me to share my story, experiences, and passion with others.
Opportunities like this allow us to connect, inspire, and encourage others while bringing awareness to the work we do in our communities.
Thank you, Ashley, for believing in me, providing this platform, and creating a space where our voices and stories can be heard. I am truly grateful for the opportunity and look forward to what’s ahead!
Listen to the podcast here, let us know what you think!
🔊WCWB Inspire Women Podcast: Episode 31
https://www.wcwb.org/podcasts/wcwb-inspire-women-podcast-episode-31
🔊Hear it on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7bdAXFgxaT5B9yj5LXncHz?si=-hO9JJuNRha24VmH_Cu-PA&utm_source=sms&nd=1&dlsi=8be4bc8330b24ce0
NEW WCWB PODCAST OUT NOW: EPISODE 31 (link in comments)
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Meet Ms. Crystal, Owner & Director of Good Times Childcare Center LLC
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Ms. Crystal has dedicated more than 20 years to working with children and families. Originally from Chicago, she moved to Washington State in 1996 and has proudly called it home ever since.
She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services and Early Childhood Education and has worked in a variety of roles throughout her career, including in high school special education programs and as Director of a childcare center in King County.
While she has worked in different industries over the years, her true passion has always been caring for, teaching, and supporting children.
Ms. Crystal is also a licensed foster parent, a mother of six children, and a proud grandmother of seven grandchildren, with another grandchild on the way. These experiences have given her a deep understanding of the importance of providing children with a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. In January 2020, she and her daughter opened their childcare center with a vision of providing high-quality childcare to families in their community. Just a few months later, the COVID-19 pandemic changed the world. As a brand-new business, it was a frightening and uncertain time, with no guarantee they could keep their doors open or continue serving families. Through faith, determination, hard work, and community support, they persevered and continued to grow.
Opening the center was inspired by Ms. Crystal's belief that families deserve access to quality childcare staffed by caring, qualified professionals who truly love working with children. Her goal has always been to create a place where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential, while giving parents peace of mind knowing their children are in good hands.
Today, she remains committed to providing exceptional care and early learning opportunities through a team of compassionate and dedicated educators. It is an honor for her to partner with families and be part of each child's early learning journey. She is thankful that families trust her and her team with their child's care and education, and looks forward to serving her community for many years to come.
