Honey has been called “nature’s perfect food,” because it never goes bad. It may crystallize. But put a jar of crystallized honey into a pan of warm water . . . and slowly it’s transformed, returning to golden, smooth perfection. Boys and girls at the Ranch are a lot like that honey—hardened by their tough experiences. For some of our kids, the Ranch is the first place they’ve had their own bed, celebrated their birthday, or had anyone really listen to their deepest pains and fears.
