Unregistered Question

[Blackcat31]

For the same reason we continue to debate paid vacations and if parents should leave kids in daycare for the max time in order to get down time! LOL!!!!::

Good point Jen!!!

I also think that for as many negative and nasty posts from "unregistered", there are an equal number of legit questions/threads and responses posted from "unregistered" as well. I also think that a many of us members were lurkers and simply browsed this site as an "unregistered" for some time before jumping in and actually joining.

Many people like the drama of stiring the pot and making comments and we, as members are doing nothing but satisfying them when we respond and continue the argument. It is super hard to ignore when someone is being downright mean and rude but as child care providers, I think we sould be pretty good at overlooking tantrums and outbursts.

If necessary, we can all go over to the off-topic members only area and vent about an "unregistered" post. that way we can vent about it, support one another but NOT give them the ammo to continue....kwim? Maybe we can get Michael to give us an "Oh no, she didn't just say that did she?" members only area?

[kimsdaycare]

Omg that link is funny and so true. I just sent the parents home today with their monthly reminder that the moon is out, better not hit that family restaurant. Even my dog goes nutty on me this time of the month.

Michael, don't worry about getting any angry pms from me ill ignore the drama before ill add to it. I really l don't take these things that seriously. Sorry if I sounded that way.

I blame it on the moon

[Michael]

Omg that link is funny and so true. I just sent the parents home today with their monthly reminder that the moon is out, better not hit that family restaurant. Even my dog goes nutty on me this time of the month.

Michael, don't worry about getting any angry pms from me ill ignore the drama before ill add to it. I really l don't take these things that seriously. Sorry if I sounded that way.

I blame it on the moon

haha, I'm here because I enjoy it and sometimes also enjoy the drama. I also take time in my day for my "other" sites: http://www.ccin.com/about.html

A different type of drama for Whisky lovers too: http://whisky.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=2

[MyAngels]

Good point Jen!!!

I also think that for as many negative and nasty posts from "unregistered", there are an equal number of legit questions/threads and responses posted from "unregistered" as well. I also think that a many of us members were lurkers and simply browsed this site as an "unregistered" for some time before jumping in and actually joining.

Many people like the drama of stiring the pot and making comments and we, as members are doing nothing but satisfying them when we respond and continue the argument. It is super hard to ignore when someone is being downright mean and rude but as child care providers, I think we sould be pretty good at overlooking tantrums and outbursts.

If necessary, we can all go over to the off-topic members only area and vent about an "unregistered" post. that way we can vent about it, support one another but NOT give them the ammo to continue....kwim? Maybe we can get Michael to give us an "Oh no, she didn't just say that did she?" members only area?

This is a really good idea. I know I have become very good about just not responding when something is said that hits me the wrong way , but it would be nice to be able to post about it elsewhere so as not to add fuel to the fire.

[Michael]

This is a really good idea. I know I have become very good about just not responding when something is said that hits me the wrong way , but it would be nice to be able to post about it elsewhere so as not to add fuel to the fire.

I ue to have just two main threads. One for Providers and one for Parents. We have several now and everyone seems to always post in the Providers area. There is an Off Topic Members Only thread. Make whatever title thread you want: https://www.daycare.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=7

[MyAngels]

I ue to have just two main threads. One for Providers and one for Parents. We have several now and everyone seems to always post in the Providers area. There is an Off Topic Members Only thread. Make whatever title thread you want: https://www.daycare.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=7

You definitely don't need to make up a new area just for this . Shoot, I have trouble remembering to check all of the new areas as it is.

[PitterPatter]

This is Michael's response to this issue copied from another thread,

"Daycare.com is a global brand and gets lots of traffic be it American or Nigerian. Many come here to learn, read or partake once or many times.

My position comes more from the visitor standpoint since many are either thinking about starting a daycare or are caregivers that are looking for a simple answer. I know that when I am searching or read something that I want to impart some information, if the program asks for me to register I usually don't. I would have virtually thousands of accounts, all which would have my email and contact information.

Many times when I have that thought/answer in my head about what I want to comment on, the process of registering takes me out of my mindset.

I've set up this forum for what I believe is best for its members, users and “drop ins”.

I appreciate your feedback but have make up my mind a long time ago on this matter.

I did create the Members Only Off Topic thread. There are even options with this program for pass worded threads and fee based threads.

Currently this forum is free, moderated, advertisement free and open to all but spammers.

I would like to thank all the moderators that take the time to clear out the spam and keep this forum organized. We have increased our posts and traffic by 400% in the last few months!

Michael
Admin"

His reasoning in this topic is very logical. The easiest way to deal with posters with who you do not agree with both registered and unregistered is to simply ignore them. It is that easy.

Sounds great to me. Maybe Michael can have this detailed at the top somehow so people wont ask over and over again. Like even as a beginning sticky thread maybe? If it is already there I give my apologies for msising it.

[dEHmom]

You definitely don't need to make up a new area just for this . Shoot, I have trouble remembering to check all of the new areas as it is.

just click new posts at the top. whatever posts you haven't read will come up.

[Unregistered]

Question for Michael

I have a question for Michael that I think the other forum readers should be part of as well. Why is it ok for you to allow registered users to call others names on this forum, but when unregistered's post back defending themselves, you delete them? You allow your registered users to call others trolls, etc. They are downright mean almost 100% of the time. I read on this forum regularly and can and will provide backup where registered users are downright mean almost 100% of the time on the parent forum when parents post questions. Of course, parents are going to post unregistered! Why would they register? By registering, everyone on the forum can read all your previous posts and pretty much figure out who you are and where you live, which is not anonymous at all. And some of us like to be anonymous. I take HUGE offense that the users think all unregistered users stir the pot, etc. I personally think there needs to be moderation of the registered users posts more where they are screened and adhere to some sort of conduct rule - they are downright rude sometimes and nickpick parents posts and usually don't even answer parents questions, they just concentrate on picking on the parent's post.

[jen]

I have a question for Michael that I think the other forum readers should be part of as well. Why is it ok for you to allow registered users to call others names on this forum, but when unregistered's post back defending themselves, you delete them? You allow your registered users to call others trolls, etc. They are downright mean almost 100% of the time. I read on this forum regularly and can and will provide backup where registered users are downright mean almost 100% of the time on the parent forum when parents post questions. Of course, parents are going to post unregistered! Why would they register? By registering, everyone on the forum can read all your previous posts and pretty much figure out who you are and where you live, which is not anonymous at all. And some of us like to be anonymous. I take HUGE offense that the users think all unregistered users stir the pot, etc. I personally think there needs to be moderation of the registered users posts more where they are screened and adhere to some sort of conduct rule - they are downright rude sometimes and nickpick parents posts and usually don't even answer parents questions, they just concentrate on picking on the parent's post.

Seriously, do you not see that as a two way street? I am constantly seeing unregistered posters rip on providers, yet NEVER offer the least bit of support when a parent does something ridiculous. If unregistered posters were being even handed in their posts there wouldn't be an issue. If a parent wants to come on the forum and constantly be rude and degrading without ever offering any positive feedback, you shouldn't expect any more than you are currently getting.

[Blackcat31]

I have a question for Michael that I think the other forum readers should be part of as well. Why is it ok for you to allow registered users to call others names on this forum, but when unregistered's post back defending themselves, you delete them? You allow your registered users to call others trolls, etc. They are downright mean almost 100% of the time. I read on this forum regularly and can and will provide backup where registered users are downright mean almost 100% of the time on the parent forum when parents post questions. Of course, parents are going to post unregistered! Why would they register? By registering, everyone on the forum can read all your previous posts and pretty much figure out who you are and where you live, which is not anonymous at all. And some of us like to be anonymous. I take HUGE offense that the users think all unregistered users stir the pot, etc. I personally think there needs to be moderation of the registered users posts more where they are screened and adhere to some sort of conduct rule - they are downright rude sometimes and nickpick parents posts and usually don't even answer parents questions, they just concentrate on picking on the parent's post.

I surely hope you were not referring to my post because I did not say ALL users, I said many people....and I was talking about both unregistered users as well as members. I was also sticking up for unregistered posters by stating that many of them DO post great questions and answers.

[Michael]

@unregistered

Members are unmoderated and post freely. My suggestion to you; PM me if you have been offended (PS: you must be registered to use Private Messaging)

Conclusion: Membership has it's privileges