I Feel Like An Ogre...

[Leanna]

I just bought a new-to-me couch from Craigslist to replace the love seat I bought new three years ago. This is the third couch I have had to replace because of the wear and tear of daycare. I have decided that I will not allow the daycare kids on the new couch. I have an overstuffed armchair and pillows for cozy in the living room and there is tons of "soft" in the playroom. I feel like a mean old lady, but I really can't afford to keep replacing such a large piece of furniture (even used!). It is so hard because I want them to feel welcome and at home but sometimes I have to say no.

[Brooksie]

I do NOT allow daycare kids in my "living room". Ogre or not we need some space that is not touched by other peoples kids sticky fingers.

[childcaremom]

Dcks aren't allowed on my furniture, either. And I have blankets over them to help protect them.