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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
07-28-2016, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,268
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Thriftylady
Can you print out the scans? I have started...Can you print out the scans? I have started photocopying all of mine due to fading. Then I staple them to the copy. I copy on front and back to save paper. It is a huge hassle though. And I... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2016, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,195
Posted By
Thriftylady
This is exactly the issue! And it seems to me...This is exactly the issue! And it seems to me the more government involvement they get, the higher the prices get for parents, and the lower pay gets for providers. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2016, 12:31 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 4,629
Posted By
Thriftylady
I agree that you need to talk to the teacher. I...I agree that you need to talk to the teacher. I am not going to give your DS a free pass at all, but at his age he needs to be learning how to handle his anger, so he needs help learning that. I... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-28-2016, 05:01 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,119
Posted By
Thriftylady
I have gotten to where if the child isn't "in...I have gotten to where if the child isn't "in care" (so if they are off for the summer or whatever I do nothing. I do this because I got really irked last Christmas when I planned a party and got... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-27-2016, 05:59 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,207
Posted By
Thriftylady
I think that with Obama care some states raised...I think that with Obama care some states raised the income guidelines for medicaid. The only way to know the answer I think is to know the answer to the other questions, the main one being income... |
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Forum: Curriculum
07-27-2016, 04:48 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 6,344
Posted By
Thriftylady
Right now I have mine set to repeat. But I hope...Right now I have mine set to repeat. But I hope to add new things to the theme each year. I would have to look to see all mine, and most months I have a bug, an animal, letters and numbers, a color... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-27-2016, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,248
Posted By
Thriftylady
I also hate interviewing. The OP is new, so one...I also hate interviewing. The OP is new, so one thing I have found is that I never schedule an interview without doing a "pre" interview of sorts. I do this by phone, messenger, or email depending... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-27-2016, 05:41 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,237
Posted By
Thriftylady
That is fine if you are okay with it. It is your...That is fine if you are okay with it. It is your business, you get to decide! |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
07-27-2016, 05:11 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,048
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well I will start by saying that in group care,...Well I will start by saying that in group care, individual attention can be somewhat limited just due to the fact it is group care. The crying toddlers could be several things. Perhaps they are... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-27-2016, 04:46 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,248
Posted By
Thriftylady
I would have probably done the other interviews...I would have probably done the other interviews just so I could pick best fit. But this parent has shown you how she is to work with so you are probably better off as far as she goes! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 02:50 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,689
Posted By
Thriftylady
I think it sounds like he needs an evaluation. ...I think it sounds like he needs an evaluation. But you can't force the parents to do it. The only way you can try to force their hand is to tell them you will have to term if they don't. Even then... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 11:43 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,729
Posted By
Thriftylady
It doesn't seem normal for the age, but it...It doesn't seem normal for the age, but it depends. Has he been in care before? Does he do this at home? So many factors. I may ask parents to get a medical eval, but at that age it may not do... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,387
Posted By
Thriftylady
I don't mind having fun and making messes (to a...I don't mind having fun and making messes (to a point), but noise makes me crazy. I know wrong field lol. I guess I have very sensitive ears or something. But I can only imagine what it was like... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 22,441
Posted By
Thriftylady
Back when I was on it, I didn't know I could also...Back when I was on it, I didn't know I could also tax deduct food costs. I was on the higher tier then also. This was before it was done online at all, and I seem to remember it being somewhat a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,375
Posted By
Thriftylady
Looks to me like more government involved where...Looks to me like more government involved where we need less, yet again. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
Totally agree with you on all counts, and do the...Totally agree with you on all counts, and do the same thing as I bolded. Most of my visitors don't smoke either though. Most of my daycare parents do smoke, and most do it around their children. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,387
Posted By
Thriftylady
They would all be thrilled, but I can't stand the...They would all be thrilled, but I can't stand the chaos lol. Apparently DH and chaos go hand in hand! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 07:21 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
I kind of feel the same way right now. I am...I kind of feel the same way right now. I am legally unlicensed. And the smoking thing has nothing to do with it for me. I used to smoke, but can't stand the smell of it since I quit 9 or so years... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 05:04 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well maybe who knows. But, this is still a free...Well maybe who knows. But, this is still a free country somewhat. So the government telling us what we can do at our home in our personal time is over reaching to me. I totally can see no smoking... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 05:02 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
I tend to agree. That is my issue, where do we...I tend to agree. That is my issue, where do we draw lines, and private property is private property. Are you supposed to go tell the neighbors they can't smoke on their property? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 04:49 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well I find it hard to believe in that case that...Well I find it hard to believe in that case that they are not smoking near the child. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-26-2016, 04:34 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 22,441
Posted By
Thriftylady
I am pretty frugal and creative in the kitchen as...I am pretty frugal and creative in the kitchen as well. I am going to have to look up the pancakes though. Not that regular ones are expensive or anything, but it would be something new for the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 22,441
Posted By
Thriftylady
LOL yeah that is for sure, can you imagine the...LOL yeah that is for sure, can you imagine the parents when they found out we were going on that vacation? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 06:20 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,387
Posted By
Thriftylady
So DH Subbed This MorningI rarely have anyone sub for me. But once in awhile we all need to go do something. Today I had a doctor appointment. I set it at 8 am, most of my kids get here at 7:30 and today they all did. I... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
Like I said, we haven't smoked in years. But I...Like I said, we haven't smoked in years. But I still fail to see how smoking OUTSIDE when the kids are not on the property exposes them to second hand smoke. They are not there when daycare is... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 02:34 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
At some point, it is to much big brother. A...At some point, it is to much big brother. A small group of people with to much power telling the rest of us what to do. How does a doctor who smokes tell a patient to quit? Way back when I used to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 02:23 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 22,441
Posted By
Thriftylady
That does seem to vary by state and sometimes...That does seem to vary by state and sometimes sponsor. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 02:16 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
I just don't think an employer should have that...I just don't think an employer should have that much control over you. I mean would we tell a doctor or nurse that they couldn't work if they had a health issue? What if they were over or under... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 22,441
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well I would ask your provider about it. I mean...Well I would ask your provider about it. I mean are you wanting a different kind of formula than your provider provides? Is the provider providing other foods? You are not required by the food... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
IN the home, but what about outside where...IN the home, but what about outside where children do not play even when they are not there? I mean to say one can't smoke anyplace on their property is going to far. I also think that the lower... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 01:20 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
I understand the while the children are present...I understand the while the children are present part, but the OP says they say no smoking at any time, so even when kiddos are not there. I think that is over reaching. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,467
Posted By
Thriftylady
Sounds like in that case you thought it may be...Sounds like in that case you thought it may be severe. If I thought it was severe I would call also, but only if I really thought it was warranted. It probably would have freaked me out if I... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-25-2016, 08:28 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,467
Posted By
Thriftylady
I wouldn't have called an ambulance either. An...I wouldn't have called an ambulance either. An ambulance is for someone in a life and death situation. A minor injury could take that ambulance away from someone who really needed it, and they... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-24-2016, 07:41 AM
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Replies: 55
Views: 6,053
Posted By
Thriftylady
While I think the smoking rule is overreaching, I...While I think the smoking rule is overreaching, I mean it is still your HOME. I am not sure you can get around it. I don't know much about licensing where you are, but if as PP suggested, another... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-24-2016, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 39
Views: 4,941
Posted By
Thriftylady
I really wish I had advice, but but I don't. ...I really wish I had advice, but but I don't. Hopefully you can find a place where he can adjust. I do think the calling for pick up daily shows you that it really wasn't the best fit for him... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-22-2016, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,227
Posted By
Thriftylady
The other thing to keep in mind is will you still...The other thing to keep in mind is will you still be able to transport once you get other kids? That could cause an issue later. For instance I am fine in my mini van with the kids I have right... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-22-2016, 11:24 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,571
Posted By
Thriftylady
It was on the forum there was interest, and I...It was on the forum there was interest, and I agreed to coordinate it. Not sure about next year. I guess watch next spring and see. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-22-2016, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,571
Posted By
Thriftylady
Everyone signed up in the spring for summer pen...Everyone signed up in the spring for summer pen pals. The list went out in May. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-22-2016, 05:35 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,571
Posted By
Thriftylady
I am not sure it is a big deal to send them all...I am not sure it is a big deal to send them all at the same time. Some providers are matched up with more than one provider, so in that case there is no way the letters would get there at the same... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-21-2016, 07:40 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,186
Posted By
Thriftylady
I pre cook a lot on the weekend for daycare and...I pre cook a lot on the weekend for daycare and hubby to take in the semi. I feed the kids a big lunch and a "light" dinner at 4PM. It helps them get by until the parents have time to get a meal on... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-21-2016, 07:37 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,571
Posted By
Thriftylady
Pen PalsFor everyone who signed up for the pen pal program, I hope it is going well! I wanted to remind everyone to please have your kiddos send letters, pictures whatever. I know of several children who... |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
07-21-2016, 07:30 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,357
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well I can tell you that families (parents AND...Well I can tell you that families (parents AND children) "audition" for most daycare spots. Most of us here are home providers, although there are a few center workers. But when we do an interview,... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
07-21-2016, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,511
Posted By
Thriftylady
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-21-2016, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,734
Posted By
Thriftylady
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
07-21-2016, 01:10 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,357
Posted By
Thriftylady
Now I want to put this policy in place! If you...Now I want to put this policy in place! If you can't get off work to bring your child to the play date, what are you going to do when they are sick and you have to pick them up at daycare? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-21-2016, 01:06 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,734
Posted By
Thriftylady
I would have had to say "well maybe you should...I would have had to say "well maybe you should keep kiddo this week so YOU can train her". Sigh. |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
07-21-2016, 11:30 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 5,357
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well I can see asking for the play date. They...Well I can see asking for the play date. They could use that for various reasons. They could just be looking for what group to place your child in. The upfront fee, I have never heard of that... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
07-21-2016, 07:47 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,058
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Thriftylady
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
07-21-2016, 04:52 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 5,141
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well it could be that the first day was hectic. ...Well it could be that the first day was hectic. But it could be something more. You just don't know! I agree with emailing the teacher. I also agree with the school breakfast thing. All of my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 4,354
Posted By
Thriftylady
We do many of these same things. It is amazing...We do many of these same things. It is amazing how you can save money when you really need to. But what I noticed about the article is that really all it does is factor in the income one may... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
07-20-2016, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,058
Posted By
Thriftylady
Yeah I was under the impression the food had to...Yeah I was under the impression the food had to be eaten with daycare. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,194
Posted By
Thriftylady
I wouldn't say anything either. Even if you...I wouldn't say anything either. Even if you interview and think it will be the perfect job, you don't know if you will get an offer. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 12:39 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,424
Posted By
Thriftylady
She has talked to mom about behavior, it hasn't...She has talked to mom about behavior, it hasn't changed. This isn't a daycare problem, it is a parenting problem. The provider (and even more so the other children) should not have to live with the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 10:55 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,830
Posted By
Thriftylady
And photocopy your receipts. They fade these...And photocopy your receipts. They fade these days, and if you get an audit, the IRS will not feel sorry for you if you can't prove your expenses! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 2,424
Posted By
Thriftylady
I would do this as well, especially since you...I would do this as well, especially since you know you have replacements. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 09:25 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,703
Posted By
Thriftylady
I wonder what that same senator would say when...I wonder what that same senator would say when his salary couldn't be paid because we were all paying taxes with love. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 08:54 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,799
Posted By
Thriftylady
I am not a big believer that everything needs to...I am not a big believer that everything needs to be a "graduation". To me, a "graduation" ceremony means you put in lots of hard work to accomplish something. So after a year or two of school or... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 08:19 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,703
Posted By
Thriftylady
Hmm so when they come to shut off my water or...Hmm so when they come to shut off my water or gas, a kiss and a hug should make it all better! Gosh why does everyone work for money then? |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,459
Posted By
Thriftylady
The other kids did tell a parent right then and...The other kids did tell a parent right then and there. Then mine lied about it until one older one finally came clean and outted the spitters. I did ask parents to handle it at home, but given that... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-20-2016, 04:40 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 6,676
Posted By
Thriftylady
I LOST money last year. I have never made more...I LOST money last year. I have never made more than 12,000 doing daycare. I KNOW teachers make more than that, even after their expenses. We are talking about two different things really with... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 03:46 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
Posted By
Thriftylady
Yeah, I have done fabric dye before and never...Yeah, I have done fabric dye before and never left it sit that long, but I am afraid these will run together or something. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 03:41 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,459
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well I can tell you if it had been my child(ren)...Well I can tell you if it had been my child(ren) they probably would have gotten a couple of good swats right there in front of everyone. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 03:39 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well maybe. But the directions say keep them wet...Well maybe. But the directions say keep them wet in a plastic bag for the 24 hours. I am not sure. I am just going to give them the 24 hours. The kids could use a lesson in patience! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
Posted By
Thriftylady
Yeah but I won't approach two dogs fighting. He...Yeah but I won't approach two dogs fighting. He has caused my dog injury and a vet bill once, and fought with him three times. That is the issue, if he wasn't attacking other animals, I may not... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 03:03 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,459
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well I didn't have any idea, until I heard about...Well I didn't have any idea, until I heard about it. They were up there playing, well I thought that was all that was going on. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 03:02 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,459
Posted By
Thriftylady
As far as I can tell my other three kids didn't...As far as I can tell my other three kids didn't actually spit. The last two kiddos just left and one was involved and told her mom the other kid spit at her first. This is the first I heard of... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,459
Posted By
Thriftylady
They were in the "climbing structure" and I was...They were in the "climbing structure" and I was on the ground. The other parent been told by their child. I could see parts of the bodies, but not the whole body. And the youngest is 5, they are... |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
07-19-2016, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 259
Sticky: Biting @ Daycare
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 01:45 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,459
Posted By
Thriftylady
I didn't know the parents or the children. I...I didn't know the parents or the children. I wish I did, because that is a great idea. I did tell the father that I would take care of this issue. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
Posted By
Thriftylady
The landlord will not allow me to fence it. But...The landlord will not allow me to fence it. But I am not really worried about that. He has never bothered people, in fact he has been nothing but sweet the times I took him home. And there are... |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
07-19-2016, 01:03 PM
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Replies: 259
Sticky: Biting @ Daycare
Views: 210,637
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Thriftylady
We are not parents. Even if we wanted to...We are not parents. Even if we wanted to "parent" regulation strictly prohibits it. That doesn't mean I am doing this only for a paycheck. I had a behavior incident today that as a parent, I would... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 12:29 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
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Thriftylady
So animal control called me back today and had me...So animal control called me back today and had me email pictures of the dog on my back patio and in the other neighbors yard. He is going over to write the citation and wanted to know if I would go... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
Posted By
Thriftylady
Oh I wish I had some, but I am not sure. But it...Oh I wish I had some, but I am not sure. But it has been several hours not sure how long the dye does keep. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 11:52 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,459
Posted By
Thriftylady
Talk Me Down!!!!I am livid talk me down and offer advice. Keep in mind here that my youngest DCB is 5. They are all older. We went to the park today and I found out that at least two of my kids spit in the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 6,676
Posted By
Thriftylady
I agree with PP, that many childcare providers...I agree with PP, that many childcare providers are in your same situation. It isn't always just easy to find a temporary child to fill a spot though. Most parents will want to keep that spot once... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,968
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well do you want to keep the family? The answer...Well do you want to keep the family? The answer to that changes what I would do. If I did, I would accept the contract, but let mom know from now on I will NOT make exceptions to any policy. If... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 08:15 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
Posted By
Thriftylady
Probably what I will end up doing. I just hate...Probably what I will end up doing. I just hate to throw out good stuff. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,191
Posted By
Thriftylady
Man I miss having office supply stores close by. ...Man I miss having office supply stores close by. It is a 50 mile drive for me now, so not worth it just for that.:mad: |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
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Thriftylady
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 07:28 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
Posted By
Thriftylady
Tie Dye QuestionsThe kiddos did tie dye shirts today to use as "daycare" shirts. I have two questions. First, it says let them sit 24 hours before washing. Is that really necessary? They want to wear them on... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,086
Posted By
Thriftylady
Call for pick up!! If you don't, the parents...Call for pick up!! If you don't, the parents will never get on this. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-19-2016, 04:41 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,274
Posted By
Thriftylady
Honestly if baby and parents are both that...Honestly if baby and parents are both that difficult, I would be looking to replace. And no, you shouldn't deal with blowouts. Bodily fluids need to be contained in a diaper. Period. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-18-2016, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,086
Posted By
Thriftylady
BC posted just what I was thinking. Yes it is...BC posted just what I was thinking. Yes it is soon to send him home, but tell dad tonight. They are not doing anything about it because it isn't "their" problem. Make it their problem, by sending... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-18-2016, 12:58 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,274
Posted By
Thriftylady
I would let the parents know that DCB must come...I would let the parents know that DCB must come tomorrow with usable diapers and cream and appropriate clothing. Spell out what that is. Do this in writing and put on it that if he does not have... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
07-18-2016, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,135
Posted By
Thriftylady
I deduct all the same business expenses now as I...I deduct all the same business expenses now as I did when I owned. I can't deduct the mortgage interest now though, because I don't pay it. That is the biggest thing I have noticed. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-16-2016, 05:51 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
Posted By
Thriftylady
So I ended up calling animal control again this...So I ended up calling animal control again this afternoon after we got pictures of the dog on a neighbors property and then video of him with us on our back patio. I talked to the head animal... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-16-2016, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well my dog is a beagle pitt mix. We call him a...Well my dog is a beagle pitt mix. We call him a beagle on steroids. I talked to my vet though because any time another dog barks or growls at him, he will cower down and pee all over himself. He... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 06:00 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
Posted By
Thriftylady
I am not much of a "breed blamer". I am more of...I am not much of a "breed blamer". I am more of a "bad dog owner blamer". In this case especially, because they take the dog out in the front yard unrestrained, knowing it will take off after other... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
Posted By
Thriftylady
I called animal control today they told me they...I called animal control today they told me they can't do anything unless they catch it loose or we get pictures and can prove it is the same dog. They are supposed to go over tomorrow and talk to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 03:59 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,582
Posted By
Thriftylady
Agree with this!! If I was the mom picking up I...Agree with this!! If I was the mom picking up I would rather see that than you doing nothing. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 03:54 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,448
Posted By
Thriftylady
Can Anyone Help Me?I need to find the name and address of the owner of the property next to me. The renters have a rottie who they let out in the yard off leash. If it sees any other animal on leash or off cats,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 03:21 PM
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Replies: 48
Views: 8,291
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Thriftylady
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,775
Posted By
Thriftylady
I can see why they wouldn't think you can go that...I can see why they wouldn't think you can go that long without a citation. In Kansas, my licensing lady flat out told me when she wrote me up for a couple of little dumb things "I can't go back to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 11:42 AM
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Replies: 48
Views: 8,291
Posted By
Thriftylady
Not unless I am making a ton more money off of...Not unless I am making a ton more money off of them than I am daycare!:eek::eek: Ok just kidding, the good folks at church would kick me out I am afraid lol.:lol: |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,246
Posted By
Thriftylady
I totally agree here. I for one would never take...I totally agree here. I for one would never take a dime from an interested family without the contract in place. In fact, I think most of us wouldn't. That way there is nothing left to question. ... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,246
Posted By
Thriftylady
You say you are coming at it from a business...You say you are coming at it from a business frame of mind, which is what you should do as daycare is a business. Yes, at least 50 percent of the responsibility is on you. YOU handed your money... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 07:24 AM
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Replies: 6,246
Sticky: Venting Thread
Views: 809,179
Posted By
Thriftylady
Yeah because you were behind the wheel of her car...Yeah because you were behind the wheel of her car and all. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 06:47 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,306
Posted By
Thriftylady
I do find that wrong. In my county, there were...I do find that wrong. In my county, there were two licensed homes last I knew, because the gal that does it won't license us unless we meet center regs. She flat out told me "I want all daycare... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,246
Posted By
Thriftylady
Well you made a huge mistake by paying any money...Well you made a huge mistake by paying any money without a signed agreement. All fees at my daycare are non-refundable. But I write that on every receipt, it is in the contract that is signed... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-15-2016, 06:24 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,306
Posted By
Thriftylady
It is basically like that here. I can (and will)...It is basically like that here. I can (and will) remain legally unlicensed. But I am not listed on any registry. I also can't take part in the food program even if I wanted to. I find that wrong.... |