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Our dd started running a fever this morning. I texted parents made them aware of what was going on. Told them she was staying upstairs etc. Well, the fever has gone higher but, did break with Motrin. All parents texted back understanding and wanting to know if they needed to pick up early. I told them no as she was upstairs and it was nearing nap time etc. But, of course it was their choice.
So after lunch I sent a text out letting them know that I would be closed tomorrow. Everyone was receptive and understanding except for one family. The DCM called and asked if I was for sure closing because she was on her lunch break and needed to let work know, and how she has only been at this job for 7 weeks and has already had to take two days off (DCM was sick), and how hopefully she could find someone to watch dcg so she could at least work a few hours, she didn't want dcg getting sick since she is so young, and this really sucked for her. I let her know that part of my closing was to avoid infecting other children with what DD has, to give DD time with me, and to disinfect the house.
This family is starting to really get to me. I handed out policy changes last night and DCD had the balls to complain about the late charges and said that since its contracted hours dcg would be here till 5:30 even if she didn't need to be. He then went on to say he would give it to his wife and let her call and rip my ass. His words! I laughed and told him I wasn't sure what she would be upset about and that I have always had late charges he had been lucky in that I have let him slide twice but, no more. He then went on to complain that this is a contract. I explained yes it is and that this daycare is a business and its done to protect my business and my clients. Also, you were given a handbook with a contract to sign remember? Obviously not! I'm so frustrated with them. I love dcg dearly and enjoy having her. However, the parents are not so enjoyable.
So after lunch I sent a text out letting them know that I would be closed tomorrow. Everyone was receptive and understanding except for one family. The DCM called and asked if I was for sure closing because she was on her lunch break and needed to let work know, and how she has only been at this job for 7 weeks and has already had to take two days off (DCM was sick), and how hopefully she could find someone to watch dcg so she could at least work a few hours, she didn't want dcg getting sick since she is so young, and this really sucked for her. I let her know that part of my closing was to avoid infecting other children with what DD has, to give DD time with me, and to disinfect the house.
This family is starting to really get to me. I handed out policy changes last night and DCD had the balls to complain about the late charges and said that since its contracted hours dcg would be here till 5:30 even if she didn't need to be. He then went on to say he would give it to his wife and let her call and rip my ass. His words! I laughed and told him I wasn't sure what she would be upset about and that I have always had late charges he had been lucky in that I have let him slide twice but, no more. He then went on to complain that this is a contract. I explained yes it is and that this daycare is a business and its done to protect my business and my clients. Also, you were given a handbook with a contract to sign remember? Obviously not! I'm so frustrated with them. I love dcg dearly and enjoy having her. However, the parents are not so enjoyable.
My mouth is wide open right now!
: I'd say "wow, I'd be making tons more money if licensing actually allowed sick children in day cares!" Then I'd let it sink in 
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