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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
07-10-2012, 11:43 AM
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-22-2012, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,186
Posted By
beachgrl
Potential New Kiddo!Got a referral for a child from one of my current dcf and the dad came with the dcb to meet me and then said would have dcm call me to setup a time to come visit too...well heard from her the other... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-22-2012, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,898
Posted By
beachgrl
CL Add..hmmmmWe are looking for a full-time (40-45 hrs/wk), live-out nanny from late October 2012 to June 2013 for three infants (6-month old twin boys and a 9-month old girl). Needless to say you must be an... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-20-2012, 03:58 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 8,152
Posted By
beachgrl
We have the same issue, hills all over our...We have the same issue, hills all over our playground aeea that the toddlers trip over and all over the rest of out yard too, havent tried anything yet but idk what to do about them! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-14-2012, 07:26 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,723
Posted By
beachgrl
I had a family that came twice to visit,...I had a family that came twice to visit, interview and both times I was pretty confident id hear back, after the second time..they made their own ad on care.com and turns out they wanted someone to... |
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Forum: Forms - Uploads
06-13-2012, 06:19 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 6,845
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beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-13-2012, 05:53 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,929
Posted By
beachgrl
I got my idea from another provider but we are...I got my idea from another provider but we are doing med sz mason jars filled with peanuts, the kids will do eyes on a peanut shaped cutout that will say "im nuts about you dad" or something like... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-05-2012, 05:12 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
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beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-05-2012, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
Posted By
beachgrl
I highly doubt id be able to fill that spot that...I highly doubt id be able to fill that spot that quickly since I have one open spot already, havent been at full enrollment yet othet than with drop ins. I talked to her this am, she said I didnt... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 05:30 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
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beachgrl
Will see if she shows tomorrow and go from...Will see if she shows tomorrow and go from there..i will send her a certified letter if she bails all together but im going to wait and see what she says tom, she may plan on finishing out the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 05:28 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
Posted By
beachgrl
I did plan to tell her something along those...I did plan to tell her something along those lines when I actually see her face to face as a way to give her a possible quicker out. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 4,735
Posted By
beachgrl
If mine dont play properly, i tell them the rule...If mine dont play properly, i tell them the rule again, and then if it happens again, i tell them to walk away, that they are all done..they need lots of repeating but also quick and... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 06:48 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
Posted By
beachgrl
Well so far no response back from Mom, lovely. Oh...Well so far no response back from Mom, lovely. Oh well, I am going to start asking for the two week's deposit plus they already have to pay a week ahead so that I get paid before they come in case... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 05:22 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 3,080
Posted By
beachgrl
I love the idea of the open closed sign and I am...I love the idea of the open closed sign and I am going to make a similar one using my logo for myself. I don't have much issues with that so far, only had one family try to do that and she was an... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 04:59 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
Posted By
beachgrl
Well I did it, sent her back a message using...Well I did it, sent her back a message using similar working to DaisyMamma's and fingers crossed/my stomach has been in knots since last night knowing I was going to lose her and trying to figure out... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 04:47 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,300
Posted By
beachgrl
I'm sure you will have a great day, it has to be...I'm sure you will have a great day, it has to be exciting but nervous energy at same time! I bet you will have a blast, hope it all goes great for you! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 04:46 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
Posted By
beachgrl
Thanks for your responses, yes..when I did my...Thanks for your responses, yes..when I did my contracts I was new and I didn't want to put families under the pressure of providing the 3 weeks all at once but it would be a good idea when I do re-do... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
06-04-2012, 04:06 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 23,805
Posted By
beachgrl
Not Giving Proper NoticeHey all, I finally got up to 3 full timers and one part timer (the pt I knew I would lose in Aug when school started because she would be starting school) and I just had the last ft start a couple... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-31-2012, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,709
Posted By
beachgrl
I try to give myself a list of things to do...I try to give myself a list of things to do during nap time becuase if I sit down or try to read..i get so sleepy and end up having to get moving and doing stuff, so hard when its all quiet in the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-31-2012, 12:17 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,686
Posted By
beachgrl
It's crazy but she actually put monthly and I...It's crazy but she actually put monthly and I thought the same thing with the other prices...who knows how many kids she will have unless she just needs an extra $300 a month or something and plans... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-31-2012, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,686
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beachgrl
Yah, people amaze me still with some of their...Yah, people amaze me still with some of their ads...wow |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-31-2012, 08:23 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,686
Posted By
beachgrl
CL Add...Really?DO YOU WISH TO SAVE OVER 90% IN CHILDCARE EXPENSES. TLC IS RUNNING A MAY SPECIAL FOR CHILDCARE. IF YOU MENTION THIS AD AND REGISTER YOUR CHILD IN THE MONTH OF MAY YOU WILL GET THE FOLLOWING SPECIAL... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-24-2012, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,633
Posted By
beachgrl
Wow, busy couple days! Met w mom, she was ready...Wow, busy couple days! Met w mom, she was ready for dcb to start. They live nearby and both work in neighboring big city but other kids go to scholl not far from me so that was a plus! He has done... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-22-2012, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,714
Posted By
beachgrl
I give myself several regular holidays (including...I give myself several regular holidays (including mem day, yay!...hoping it will be a beach day for me to enjoy), 5 paid sick days, and 2 weeks unpaid vaca...but am seriously thinking of changing the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-22-2012, 09:36 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,633
Posted By
beachgrl
Potential New DCK!Got a call this week from a parent with twins, she was daycare shopping and calling several places so I don't know if I will hear back from her but I do know she is going to need to start work in the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-22-2012, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 5,170
Posted By
beachgrl
Wow, that is a bit challenging, I would be...Wow, that is a bit challenging, I would be concerned too as a parent and as a person living near the hospital with having to take such steps. that being said, it should be reasonable that they be... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-22-2012, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,470
Posted By
beachgrl
My whole yard is not fenced, just the backyard we...My whole yard is not fenced, just the backyard we designated for the daycare area. Our side, very back and front yards are open but my littles do not try to escape. The only thing I have had a... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-22-2012, 09:22 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,146
Posted By
beachgrl
That is rough, sorry you are going through such a...That is rough, sorry you are going through such a hard time with all that to manage. Positive thoughts and prayers going your way for things to resolve themsleves. Have you suggested counseling to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
05-03-2012, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,747
Posted By
beachgrl
Yay you! Im living for the weekend! Me, my...Yay you! Im living for the weekend! Me, my hubby and my son are all finishing our college stuff for this sememster, im done wirh my leadership internsyip finally and hubs is graduating sat eve. We... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-02-2012, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,707
Posted By
beachgrl
I want to do some wall hooks for jackets but...I want to do some wall hooks for jackets but haven't gotten them up yet bc I need to decide where I have enough wall space to do it. I put the kids bags on my table or bar that sticks out from my... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-02-2012, 11:46 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
Posted By
beachgrl
Thank you, that was really my thinking on it but...Thank you, that was really my thinking on it but since I have some families who pay $25 less a week due to using less hours, I thought I would offer her a $25 discount for one of the kids so her... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
04-02-2012, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 2,376
Posted By
beachgrl
Many people I have found are very rude and...Many people I have found are very rude and inconsiderate when it comes to home daycares, they wouldn't pull that mess with a regular child care center because they don't necessarily have the space... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-28-2012, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
Posted By
beachgrl
If it was meant to be, it would be and I wouldn't...If it was meant to be, it would be and I wouldn't have to worry with it so I am not anymore, lol. I just wish people would be more upfront about things. On a positive note, a friend told me she... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-28-2012, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
Posted By
beachgrl
Thanks for the response, and you are definitely...Thanks for the response, and you are definitely right on that..prayer is often the best thing to do in all situations. Think I got my answer already though, I am on care.com and I get texts every... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-28-2012, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
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beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-28-2012, 12:51 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,915
Posted By
beachgrl
Last Two Spots..Sorry Long!So I thought I had my last two full time spots filled with two siblings, an infant and one closer in age to my other dck but the kids had been sick and out of daycare already and dcm was waiting for... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-26-2012, 09:46 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 7,612
Posted By
beachgrl
I got sivk in the fall, thought it was the flu...I got sivk in the fall, thought it was the flu which thankfullyit wasnt and i worked one day sick and took off one day. I have done goo since and have had the kids out for a day or two at different... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-19-2012, 10:04 AM
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Replies: 2,152
Views: 391,960
Posted By
beachgrl
I may be full! Finally!Well after more than 6 months of advertising, interviewing and waiting for more kids to come along I think I have filled my last two spaces with siblings who are starting tomorrow. I will have to get... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-13-2012, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,342
Posted By
beachgrl
Got My New 4star License!Been awhile since I have been able to get on much been so crazy busy but got my new license, heres hoping it brings me my final two kiddos soon!!!happyface |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-13-2012, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,947
Posted By
beachgrl
I have lots of cds, many of those are scratched...I have lots of cds, many of those are scratched though..we do klove quite a bit because its safe lol, and this week are listening alot to irish music :) I need to get pandora and use it myslef..i... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-13-2012, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,017
Posted By
beachgrl
Same here, hubby works third shift five nights a...Same here, hubby works third shift five nights a week, never has two days off together and goes to school four long days a week, 17 hours this his last semster...and I work the daycare all week go to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2012, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,281
Posted By
beachgrl
Definitely, someone needs to do some shows on...Definitely, someone needs to do some shows on whatnits really like to runa daycare well and what we do as well as what kinds of things we have seen! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2012, 11:32 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,281
Posted By
beachgrl
While I think the show looks at only the extreme...While I think the show looks at only the extreme negatives it could find, it also potrays something we all already know, that there are providers out there who should not be caring for animals let... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2012, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,034
Posted By
beachgrl
I got my Bachelor's degree in B-K with the intent...I got my Bachelor's degree in B-K with the intent to do early intervention but that program became so riddled with red tape that no one was really getting to spend time with the kids, they were so... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2012, 05:33 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,319
Posted By
beachgrl
We have all been there and Im still trying to...We have all been there and Im still trying to fill my last couple spots, its been slow going and lots of cheaper competition out there but I am tryingnto be patient! Good luck, hope it goes great... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2012, 05:29 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,281
Posted By
beachgrl
Oh wow, it was a mini preview of the hansen files...Oh wow, it was a mini preview of the hansen files for tonight at 10pm...and it wasnt good. He was doing it on all these providers with criminal backgrounds on file but yet were still able to open... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-02-2012, 05:20 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 5,281
Posted By
beachgrl
Daycare Undercover Investigation On Today Show In A Few Min!Some preview or story of some nbc show investigation or look at daycares is coming on shortly...hmmmm |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-01-2012, 08:16 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,686
Posted By
beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-01-2012, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,686
Posted By
beachgrl
Ahhh, thats what I was wondering..looked up my...Ahhh, thats what I was wondering..looked up my area and no one is accredited around here but they may be members. Probably cant get tha same discount through the local county association though,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-01-2012, 02:11 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,191
Posted By
beachgrl
Tom, what is the yearly cost if you are NAFCC...Tom, what is the yearly cost if you are NAFCC member? How do u get the discount if so? Thanks! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-01-2012, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,686
Posted By
beachgrl
Thanks, no problem on the chat..its nice to have...Thanks, no problem on the chat..its nice to have but I know finding the right combo and getting the kinks worked out takes time! :) |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
03-01-2012, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,686
Posted By
beachgrl
NAFCC QuestionHey all, i was discussing this via chat but seem chat went down, not sure. Anywho, is anyone a member of NAFCC and what do you like most about it if so? I saw under member benefits that you can... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-28-2012, 10:45 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 6,436
Posted By
beachgrl
[QUOTE=SD DaycareMOM;200996]Oh, I just remembered...[QUOTE=SD DaycareMOM;200996]Oh, I just remembered our foot paintings that we did last year to go along with The Foot Book! That was a lot of fun - we traced each child's feet and then they painted... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-27-2012, 10:52 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 9,478
Posted By
beachgrl
I got some because I saw Mels Kids post about...I got some because I saw Mels Kids post about them on her blog! I ordered multi colored ones off ebay pretty cheap and they havent turned brown yet..had them a while now. I also saw thr ones... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-27-2012, 10:43 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By
beachgrl
Wish it was sunn here, but today we got to enjoy...Wish it was sunn here, but today we got to enjoy several dr seuss stories and we got a visitor who came by do an observation for early childhood ed degree..someone I worked with teaching and will... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-24-2012, 11:15 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 9,418
Posted By
beachgrl
Got licensced in aug, got first drop ins shortly...Got licensced in aug, got first drop ins shortly thereafter. Lost one of those and the other went to ft care...nothing for several months, then got a referral from a friend for another ft and also... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-24-2012, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,201
Posted By
beachgrl
Awesome, y friday is good too..going to see tyler...Awesome, y friday is good too..going to see tyler perrys good deeds later w a friend and having a pomoms night out sat w some new peeps..have a great weekend everyone! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-24-2012, 11:06 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 3,246
Posted By
beachgrl
Ive used mr ear before ( ear drawn on poster...Ive used mr ear before ( ear drawn on poster board and hung at kids level) so they can tell him..its hillarious, similar to tattle turtle. With my prek kids we talked about when to tattle andbi told... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-21-2012, 10:41 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,493
Posted By
beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2012, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 9,698
Posted By
beachgrl
okay all..so this morning before the kids even...okay all..so this morning before the kids even got here: I let the dogs out and when I went back out to let them back in...I actually asked if they were all done "and" signed all done to them,... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2012, 10:48 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 9,698
Posted By
beachgrl
I also love:
For the love of lu lu...been...I also love: For the love of lu lu...been using that one for years, my ta's always got a kick out of that one! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-20-2012, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 9,698
Posted By
beachgrl
My new Favorite from "How I met your Mother" :...My new Favorite from "How I met your Mother" : SWEET POTATO FRIES! |
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Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
02-19-2012, 02:43 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,297
Posted By
beachgrl
I totally second what advice Black cat gave...I totally second what advice Black cat gave you..if you frame it around what is best for their child and the fact that you cannot hold him all day in group care so maybe he needs a more one on one... |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
02-19-2012, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 9,060
Posted By
beachgrl
[QUOTE=saved4always;198122]At my house, the...[QUOTE=saved4always;198122]At my house, the favorite place of the kids is the rug/mat by the front door. Yes...the one where everyone walks in on it every day and leaves thier shoes. They love to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-19-2012, 02:30 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 4,274
Posted By
beachgrl
Im wondering if there is a website for this like...Im wondering if there is a website for this like a "virtual shower" since she lives far away where they can have their registered stuff showing and people can pick from it to send directly to her? ... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-17-2012, 11:20 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 6,456
Posted By
beachgrl
I totally know what you mean and between myself...I totally know what you mean and between myself and a few other teacher friends there are several names that are just a no go for future kids, lol... I taught prek for six years and i have only... |
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Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
02-16-2012, 12:02 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 9,060
Posted By
beachgrl
I have wood floors, carpet and vinyl and I can...I have wood floors, carpet and vinyl and I can tell you that even when I have just swept, vacuumed and mopped...socks still get dirty if I am walkin around in them. I prefer the hard floors to carpet... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-16-2012, 11:25 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,960
Posted By
beachgrl
Awesome! Did u do this just for the raffle? Was...Awesome! Did u do this just for the raffle? Was it like a charity raffle type thing? Congrats on being full!happyface |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-16-2012, 11:21 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,937
Posted By
beachgrl
Id prolly take them back but Im desperate...Id prolly take them back but Im desperate lol..havent been full yet since opening but seriously...maybe have a very specific contract for them that goes over any issues/thorn in side type stuff that... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-16-2012, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,736
Posted By
beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-16-2012, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 9,698
Posted By
beachgrl
You are otw into the grocery store in the early...You are otw into the grocery store in the early am hours and realize you threw on/recycled a pair of pants..and look down saying to yourself, "hope there isnat anything on these, at leaast not that... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-15-2012, 12:26 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 9,698
Posted By
beachgrl
When you can hear several kids talking to you at...When you can hear several kids talking to you at once even over the squealing and screaching from the others.... when your furbabies start whining as soon as they hear the high chair trays un snap... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-15-2012, 12:21 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,799
Posted By
beachgrl
That sucks, I would definitely let that teacher...That sucks, I would definitely let that teacher know how much of an inconvience it is and how you will probably have to miss it now and if they want parents to actually come to things, they need to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-15-2012, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 4,366
Posted By
beachgrl
Piggly Wiggly...or hoggly woggly as I like to...Piggly Wiggly...or hoggly woggly as I like to call it is a grocery store lol...They have shirts with their logo Pig on them that say "Big on the Pig" haha |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-15-2012, 11:38 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,120
Posted By
beachgrl
Personally I would probably give them at least a...Personally I would probably give them at least a month's notice but I dont know that I would tell them prior to that as a month would be plenty of time for them to find alternate care and maybe you... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,624
Posted By
beachgrl
I gave mine heart straws and heart shaped...I gave mine heart straws and heart shaped clackers...I know my parents will love them~ hehe.. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 56
Views: 9,698
Posted By
beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 02:12 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,436
Posted By
beachgrl
Mine have their own cups they use and I just...Mine have their own cups they use and I just refill them. I was leaving the cups on the table for them to get when they wanted a drink, they just have to stay in the kitchen area with them due to... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 10:55 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By
beachgrl
Would $10 hour for premium hours be better or is...Would $10 hour for premium hours be better or is $5 more reasonable? Idk... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By
beachgrl
What is ur normal daily rate bc mine is $35 for...What is ur normal daily rate bc mine is $35 for drop in wo extra or premium hours in there. My daily rate for reg weekly kids works out to $25day. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 10:50 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By
beachgrl
Works at animal hospital, not sure what dcd does...Works at animal hospital, not sure what dcd does other than he has his own business... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 9,698
Posted By
beachgrl
Oh wow...mine is when you have children lined up...Oh wow...mine is when you have children lined up sitting along the wall in the bathroom hallway so u know they arent creating havoc and u can see and talk to them while you are using the bathroom lol |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By
beachgrl
Thats about what I do except my regular weekly ft...Thats about what I do except my regular weekly ft rate is $125 and $5 hour for drop in less than four hours or for other hours outside my regular time so that soumds like a good plsn..I also like... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-14-2012, 07:49 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,757
Posted By
beachgrl
Odd Schedule, Ideas On How To Charge?Morning all, have a potential visit tomorrow and after hours care that im not sure yet I am eilling to do even if they want to use me but wondering how to charge since the kid would be mostly coming... |
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
02-13-2012, 04:27 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,868
Posted By
beachgrl
This is an interesting question as I have thought...This is an interesting question as I have thought of letting my son or niece help me and paying them a daily amount or something but wasnt sure how that worked with the tax stuff and all..curious... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2012, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,195
Posted By
beachgrl
I think that is so cute..may have to try it,...I think that is so cute..may have to try it, depends on how crazy things are tomorrow lol |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2012, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,165
Posted By
beachgrl
Mine love the kitchen set and play food...20 and...Mine love the kitchen set and play food...20 and 21 mo and 3, and yes the littles put things in their mouth..i just remind them and they stop for a bit but it is normal, they will outgrow it I hope... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2012, 10:54 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,183
Posted By
beachgrl
I try to get up and take out the trash, sweep,...I try to get up and take out the trash, sweep, vaccum if needed and straigten up my kitchen/dishes/enjoy some coffee and my breakfast with the news before the kiddos come in the am. In the... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2012, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,183
Posted By
beachgrl
Sounds like us, we get so little time together...Sounds like us, we get so little time together right now we usually try to watch tv or something in the evenings and it is a rare night when the dishes are put up before I get up and do it in theam. |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2012, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,764
Posted By
beachgrl
In a way i was but have become so accustomed to...In a way i was but have become so accustomed to no shows thstbim actually shocked when ppl show..how sad right? Ugh..i just need two more ft kids! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2012, 10:21 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 3,897
Posted By
beachgrl
My ex husbands dad passed not too long ago, i...My ex husbands dad passed not too long ago, i went to the wake i. The evening and i would have missed it but wouldnt have wanted to bc i wanted to be there for my son and the family in general..but... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-13-2012, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,859
Posted By
beachgrl
Haha, go figure..i just tell them to sit right...Haha, go figure..i just tell them to sit right near the large door to our playroom but away from everyone else until they are done and it seems to work but i just point to a spot on the floor and say... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-11-2012, 06:59 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,056
Posted By
beachgrl
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-11-2012, 06:53 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,213
Posted By
beachgrl
Thanks all but unfortunately yet ANOTHER no...Thanks all but unfortunately yet ANOTHER no show...no call..no nothing.:mad: Mom prolly found child care cheaper and just couldn't be bothered to call me and let me know she wasn't coming bc of... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2012, 09:55 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,213
Posted By
beachgrl
Need Some Positive Forum VibesHey all, got a call today from a potential client w two kids who has setup a visit tomorrow am..i have learned to expect no show/no calls so praying and thinking positive that maybe I can get these... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2012, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,199
Posted By
beachgrl
That idk since i havent tried it out yet but i...That idk since i havent tried it out yet but i think you put different approved pickmup ppl in their info and they have to do something to show they checked in or out, hmm |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2012, 10:54 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,472
Posted By
beachgrl
Wowsers, tgif for sure...my friday is pretty mild...Wowsers, tgif for sure...my friday is pretty mild but my five yr old stepson did clog up our upstairs toilet on new years eve and came tearing downstairs saying he needed to tell his dad something,... |
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Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
02-10-2012, 10:47 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,943
Posted By
beachgrl
Welcome, this is a great place to talk about...Welcome, this is a great place to talk about childcare or Anything sle for that matter..great group of people on here and lots of great convos! |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2012, 10:00 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,199
Posted By
beachgrl
Hmmm, i see what you are saying about that bc...Hmmm, i see what you are saying about that bc they arent signing it like a normal paper sheet, but i guess it could be said therebis no way to prove its their actual initial on the paper version... |
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
02-10-2012, 09:32 AM
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Replies: 36
Views: 4,530
Posted By
beachgrl
Love it! My hubbys dream is to work in video game...Love it! My hubbys dream is to work in video game design or do his own apps so he is working toward that! |