Venting Thread

[TheMisplacedMidwestMom]

60 consecutive days below zero so far....

"The National Weather Service reported International Falls, Minnesota, the self-proclaimed Icebox of the Nation, plunged to 37 degrees below zero, breaking the old record of 32 below set in 1924. Hibbing, Minnesota, bottomed out at 28 below, breaking the old record of 27 below set in 1964."

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/bundle-up-bitter-cold-weather-takes-hold-of-northern-us/ar-BBHqRiA?li=BBmkt5R&ocid=spartanntp

But I kind of like the cold.
So I guess it's not really a vent so much...

You're beating us up here in Alaska!!! It was in the teens and 20s most of December. I guess I got spoiled, because this is the first week we've been below zero all week and I'm going insane.

-26 this morning when I woke up, which is very normal for here this time year. However, my step-son is visiting and was supposed to go tubing today with dh, but they close the hills when it goes below -20... So my vent is that they are both stuck in the house today as well.

[ChelseaB]

I guess everyone realizes it will happen eventually, but it still comes as a shock...
Noticed one of my long-time dc families had written a post last night, requesting information about Montessori. However, they had never mentioned to me that they were considering it. Obviously, the child would age out eventually, but I had spoken with them previously about things, and I had been under the impression the kiddo would be with me until she was 4...she’s 3 this year, and I’m guessing they’ve decided differently. Torn between being super happy for the kiddo who would probably do well in that academic environment, or being frustrated that they didn’t just come out and tell me they were considering it. Honestly, I think it’s the fact that we had a discussion yesterday evening at pick up, a simple exchange, regarding current financial status (balance due, upcoming tax season). I feel they may be unhappy with something to which I have no idea. Guess I’ll find out soon enough. 🤷🏼*♀️ However, my anxiety is in overdrive now, although I continuously try to remind myself that it’s not really a big deal. It happens all the time, and they’re probably just thinking about the future. And just as they will inevitably move on, so will I and the daycare

[Blackcat31]

60 consecutive days below zero so far....

"The National Weather Service reported International Falls, Minnesota, the self-proclaimed Icebox of the Nation, plunged to 37 degrees below zero, breaking the old record of 32 below set in 1924. Hibbing, Minnesota, bottomed out at 28 below, breaking the old record of 27 below set in 1964."

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/bundle-up-bitter-cold-weather-takes-hold-of-northern-us/ar-BBHqRiA?li=BBmkt5R&ocid=spartanntp

But I kind of like the cold.
So I guess it's not really a vent so much...

[Claraskids]

15 month old has had three complete meltdowns in his first 90 minutes here! Rolling around the floor screaming, throwing things, and banging head against the hardwood floor. Luckily, his parents have observed the head banging so any forehead marks will not be too unusual.
Just laid him down and hoping some quiet time will help reset his attitude button.

[amberrose3dg]

I sent home a short note today, to remind them they can pay(for my week off next week) Friday or have it in the mail so I'll receive it Tuesday. They all read their notes while gathering their things and a couple kinda went ohh. Maybe I read too much into things but I was just waiting for the follow-up comment. They would've been paying next week anyways.:confused:

Same problem here! So far I have 3 families out of 10 that have me paid through the rest of the year. One is even late on this week's pay when her kid is here! I said to her again yesterday evening that if she doesn't start paying on Monday's she will have a late fee Tuesday morning. I am just tired of these parents lately.She is the only one and seriously acts like she forgets every single week. I want to say hey you either are an ignorant person or have a brain tumor. You might want to go and see a dr about that! How do you "forget" every single week!I had two interviews last night and one tonight for replacements for when i get back. Done with people who can't follow my rules. I would of already kicked her butt out if she didn't live around the corner and her kid is in my son's class. (he was in daycare before they started school together)

[Josiegirl]

I sent home a short note today, to remind them they can pay(for my week off next week) Friday or have it in the mail so I'll receive it Tuesday. They all read their notes while gathering their things and a couple kinda went ohh. Maybe I read too much into things but I was just waiting for the follow-up comment. They would've been paying next week anyways.:confused:

[Cat Herder]

Me: "I will print monthly meal count when I am done logging."

KK: Loading. Please log in.

Me: "I will check November attendance hours for errors"

KK: Loading. Please log in.

Me: "I need to check that everyone paid yesterday"

KK: Loading, Please log in.

KK: "Logs in"

KK: Loading. Blank screen.

[LysesKids]

That is what makes this job difficult. I had a parent this morning who is ALWAYS late reminded her she needs to pay for this week and next before Friday. She just looked at me with a blank stare. So you think this week and next is free. I think not, ugh!!

I had a parent tell me this morning she gets paid tomorrow but needs the $$ to travel next week; guess who isn't planning on paying Friday

So I have 2 parents that have said no pay until Jan 2 & one child that aged out ... Can I keep a prayer #4 family pays? I am grateful for that Trust payout... it landed in the bank this morning . Earlier than expected happyface

[Annalee]

That is what makes this job difficult. I had a parent this morning who is ALWAYS late reminded her she needs to pay for this week and next before Friday. She just looked at me with a blank stare. So you think this week and next is free. I think not, ugh!!

I totally get it! I had one say yesterday "I don't write checks" I said, "I accept cash". He said "uh, oh, ok". and then paid::

[amberrose3dg]

I close on Dec. 21 and don't reopen till Jan 4 so my clients have to pay for two weeks on Thursday this week. All but one paid yesterday when they paid for this week. I sent a text out Friday and made them respond they got the text and all responded. THe "conveniently forgetting" used to work for me but not after 25 years. :: I have heard and seen so much from clients. The one that didn't pay yet didn't come yesterday and I they will make me "ask" for the extra two weeks pay.....happens every vacation. I guess they think I will forget at some point and they will squeeze by but NOPE. The key to longevity in this business is taking care of myself. And I had this lecture with a new child care provider yesterday and she is taking her first ever vacation. I was so excited for her as she got paid from all yesterday....they threatened to leave if she charged them but she stood her ground and they all paid. Made me feels so happy for her because this is a huge hurdle for her.

That is what makes this job difficult. I had a parent this morning who is ALWAYS late reminded her she needs to pay for this week and next before Friday. She just looked at me with a blank stare. So you think this week and next is free. I think not, ugh!!

[Annalee]

I'm closed next week. I'm sure I will have several who forget to pay on Friday for next week also.

I close on Dec. 21 and don't reopen till Jan 4 so my clients have to pay for two weeks on Thursday this week. All but one paid yesterday when they paid for this week. I sent a text out Friday and made them respond they got the text and all responded. THe "conveniently forgetting" used to work for me but not after 25 years. :: I have heard and seen so much from clients. The one that didn't pay yet didn't come yesterday and I they will make me "ask" for the extra two weeks pay.....happens every vacation. I guess they think I will forget at some point and they will squeeze by but NOPE. The key to longevity in this business is taking care of myself. And I had this lecture with a new child care provider yesterday and she is taking her first ever vacation. I was so excited for her as she got paid from all yesterday....they threatened to leave if she charged them but she stood her ground and they all paid. Made me feels so happy for her because this is a huge hurdle for her.

[Josiegirl]

I'm closed next week. I'm sure I will have several who forget to pay on Friday for next week also.

How can we nicely remind them? I'll be in the same position.
I'm thinking I'll write a reminder on their daily notes and tell them they need to either pay Friday or make sure to have it in the mail so I receive it by Tuesday.
Why is asking for our pay one of the hardest challenges for me, yet like all these working parents,, it's a job and we need to be paid just like they do. I always feel like I'm begging for something they should just be giving me every week anyways. And most dcfs are good about it but you always get 1 or 2 that go....oops forgot. OR deadbeat dcds who don't give a crap at all. Although his account owed is now down to $23.

[amberrose3dg]

Oh and to top that, All my families forgot Christmas is Monday (not to mention Friday is one child's last day & I have no replacement)... you are closed next week right? Nobody planned on paying the January fee Friday & I don't re-open until Jan 2

I'm closed next week. I'm sure I will have several who forget to pay on Friday for next week also.

[amberrose3dg]

I have one saving grace & that is the required end of year 1500 payout from a small trust I will get in 15 years... saves me and bills will be paid on time, but I'm still here by myself for the entire week; Thanksgiving I got with my son thank goodness, but I don't get to see my grand children for a 2nd year

I'm sorry that really ****s. We are traveling for Christmas this year. I had Christmas early with my kids grand parents so they could see them for it.Do they live far away?

[LysesKids]

:hug: Some days just ****. Sorry Lyse.

I have one saving grace & that is the required end of year 1500 payout from a small trust I will get in 15 years... saves me and bills will be paid on time, but I'm still here by myself for the entire week; Thanksgiving I got with my son thank goodness, but I don't get to see my grand children for a 2nd year