03/31/2026
I always say… I didn’t just end up in childcare, I was basically raised in it 😂 I spent my younger years here, and now I get to stand beside my mom doing the same thing she’s poured her life into for 35 years. I’ve been right here with her for almost 10 of those years, and it’s something I’ll never take for granted.
From opening our doors at 6:45 in the morning to closing them in the evening, this is our life. It’s not always easy, childcare is one of the hardest jobs there is, but it is so worth it.
Applewood isn’t a babysitting club, we teach, we pour into these kids, and we build a foundation for who they’re going to become. Every single day we’re shaping confidence, independence, and kindness…raising the kind of children who grow into something great.
Applewood is more than just a daycare to us. It’s where children grow, where families trust us with their whole world, and where we get to watch little lives turn into something so much bigger. Seeing kids that we once took care of go on and accomplish amazing things… that’s what makes every early morning and long day worth it.
We are confident in what we do, not because we’re perfect, but because we show up every single day and give it everything we have. Whether we receive this award or not, we know who we are and what we’ve built.
But we could not do this without our teachers and staff. They are the heart of Applewood. They love these kids like their own, and they show up every single day giving it everything they have.
And above everything, we give all the glory to God. Because without Him, we couldn’t wake up and do this job the way we do.
If Applewood has ever impacted your child, your family, or your life in any way, we would be so thankful for your vote. Voting for Best of East Texas continues through April 6, and every single vote truly means the world to us. 🫶
