In january of this year, in the same week, I lost 3 out of 4 of my families. The first because of layoffs, the second because of a divorce, and the third because her work cut her hours back so far she couldnt afford daycare, and had to leave her kids with their grandma (I still get them on occasion however).
I didnt advertise, except I put a notice on my web site that I had new openings, and had one new boy only a week later. Since then, I really didnt get any new kids, except for some drop ins, the rest of the spring. But then again, I didnt advertise either.
Starting this month, I have had a call almost every day. And several interviews each week. I am now full, and have had to turn down several families.
I really think that these things just happen. sometimes its the economy, sometimes its luck. That is just the nature of things. Im glad to hear that It is picking up for some of you too.

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