Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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grandmom
![]() Apparently I pay my tax man the big bucks because he's smarter than me. They didn't include the PPP in my taxes. Whew. |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,159
Posted By
grandmom
![]() Hey Tom, I saw your PPP post on Facebook saying it wasn't taxable income. Is this also true for the PPP in 2020? I'm pretty sure it was included in my "income" when I did 2020 taxes. Thanks... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 6
Views: 992
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grandmom
![]() Insist that she go to 5 days per week for at least 3 weeks. Then do as the others say - don't pick her up. Three days per week will take forever. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 12,474
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grandmom
![]() If the table was turned, the parents wouldn't hesitate to make the change. Move on. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 775
Posted By
grandmom
![]() I use Ring.com. Love it. I can talk to the person - or not even let them know I'm home. It records, I can email or text the video. I can get notifications even when I'm out of state. Can't say... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,393
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grandmom
![]() I agree with BC. But, I'd never terminate a biter - unless it was a much older child - like school age. Biting is normal for toddlers. Yes it hurts and leaves bruising, but it's no different... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Consider an hydroponics set up? I've heard great things about Moistenland and AreoGarden |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() What a truly delightful story. Thank you so much for sharing. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,289
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grandmom
![]() Will the parents let you observe her at home? I'd be really interested to see what she does there, and how they interact with her there. |
Forum: New Members - Welcome to the Daycare.com Forum!
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grandmom
![]() And spend some time reading here. If you're going to start a new program, you'll be a target for parents who couldn't get what they wanted from the last provider. They will sign up with you and... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
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grandmom
![]() You indeed have your hands full. There's no way I'd let a child continue in underwear after an accident. "You know, I've been thinking about this, and have asked some other providers about how... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,294
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grandmom
![]() Oh Michael, I can't imagine. How shall we live? How shall we die? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Oh man, I feel your pain. I had two start mid-year 2020 who were from this scenario. Both had a hard time adjusting. I'm glad to report that are all good now. Stay patient. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Mariposies, I think your explanation of that experience was perfect. We all make first time mistakes. You learned a great lesson. I'd hire you. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 12
Views: 785
Posted By
grandmom
![]() As I recall, it says we must provide second helpings. But it does not say seconds of every food. Or 3rds, or 4ths. Seconds are offered here only after they've eaten everything I served. And... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() I'm not sure how you would separate the kids at lunch. But as for art, bring the follower to the table first. When he's completely finished, let the leader come. Don't let them be together. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Each new family pays a slightly higher monthly tuition. Plus, each spring I evaluate and may (or not) raise rates on everyone. The contract says this and my letter I hand out says something about... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Posted By
grandmom
![]() No way would I put that app on my phone. No. Stinking. Way. |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Views: 1,571
Posted By
grandmom
![]() Tom, I heard on the news last night that Congress is trying to (retroactively) make the PPP a grant, which will make it taxable. Whats this about? Have you heard this? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,948
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grandmom
![]() What???!!! This makes me so angry for you. Is the government paying for their spot? What happened to being a small business? Ugh. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,536
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grandmom
![]() I think this is what you're looking for. Here's the link. The key word is "reasonable". Installing an elevator in a home is not reasonable. ... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,222
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grandmom
![]() I don't do anything that requires parent involvement. I used to. It never turned out well. Not once. Their child became unbearable. Now licensing is pushing for more parent involvement with... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,028
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grandmom
![]() My permission form is generically worded, but I did have a couple new parents not want their child on social media. I finally changed the form, and said something about it not being an option in my... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,367
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grandmom
![]() Children know exactly who they can get away with what. You are the order-keeper. The other staff are wet noodles. This won't stop until they take control as the adult. Talk to them. Help them... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Response: "Let me think about that and get back to you." |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,264
Posted By
grandmom
![]() This Veteran wants 100 birthday cards on his birthday. How about cards from around the world. Please send him a card. Have your childcare children send him one too? His birthday is June 6. ... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,275
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grandmom
![]() I think the problem is 2 days per week. If you have room without going over capacity, require the mom to bring him every day. At least till afternoon nap. For about 3-4 weeks. He will adjust... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Is there a link someone could share. I'd appreciate this. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Wow. I feel your pain in your words. You are brave to work so hard. I got chills too when you mentioned Stephen King's cover. Ugh. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Since it's over $600 you'll have to pay taxes on it. Just keep that in mind. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,593
Posted By
grandmom
![]() My question is: Why would you not use these diapers? Who cares how old they are. It's not like they expire? I'd use them in a heartbeat. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,699
Posted By
grandmom
![]() Original Poster, I'd cut the length of the letter in half at least. the less said the better at this point. Also, edit your post to get the mom and child's name off. It could be used against... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,159
Posted By
grandmom
![]() Read "The Gift of Fear" by Gavin deBcker! If you can't afford the $5.15 used book price on Amazon, pm me and I'll buy it and ship it to you. This man can turn dangerous in a breath and you need... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,295
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grandmom
![]() http://do1thing.com/ https://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/is36/student%20manual/is-36_complete_sm_feb2012.pdf http://www.backdoorsurvival.com/ |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,131
Posted By
grandmom
![]() I charge $150, non-refundable. I only get serious folks that way. Why have people on the list who aren't truly interested. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 41
Views: 4,645
Posted By
grandmom
![]() Write the contract to say M-Th, $XX then she won't bring the kid on Fridays. And No, there should be no discount. Would you be willing to take a child only one day a week to fill that spot? |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,457
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grandmom
![]() I disagree with each asking each parent to pay half. Because of your last question Cat Herder. What happens when one doesn't pay? I would require payment from one parent, provide one receipt, and... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,926
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grandmom
![]() Black Cat, usually I agree with you. But not on this one. If that child is still in my yard, I am in charge. I model for the parents what they should do, but I never give up my authority in my... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() If you're thinking of terminating, and are asking for permission, you have my vote. Really. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,926
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grandmom
![]() They do it because we allow it. Well, I don't. I use a firm voice, provide direction, and follow through. It only takes a couple times. If the child is old enough to run around as you've... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 3,068
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grandmom
![]() I use an Excel spreadsheeet. Column headings are time, in 30 minute increments 1st column down is numbers 1-10 (my license capacity)- repeated 5 times for Monday through Friday so that I never... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 50
Views: 5,490
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grandmom
![]() Someone said on the new program it locks you out after midnight. Is that for recording meals only, or also for recording parent sign-out times? Thanks. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 50
Views: 5,490
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grandmom
![]() Someone said on the new program it locks you out after midnight. Is that for recording meals only, or also for recording parent sign-out times? Thanks. |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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grandmom
![]() Tom, Tax question. Can I write a check from my business account to a parent who is no longer here and call it "reimbursement"? I want to give more than the $25 allowed "gift" to a family who... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,726
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grandmom
![]() I would start by suggesting a change in words for you. Payment is due (the morning of) ______. Any payments after that date are charged $__ per day. Frankly, they don't care if you can't pay... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,460
Posted By
grandmom
![]() Go back and verify that every paper is correct - sign in and out times, child counts, etc. I'd stop the fp till it was cleared up. It's not worth the cost of licensing coming in and doing an audit. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() I remember the Dr. Phil episode! It was obvious to everyone in the audience that she was taken. But that poor woman was so sad. She's lucky she didn't loose everything. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Wow. So sorry to hear of the chaos. Stay calm. Do one thing at a time. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,076
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grandmom
![]() I used to have the same trouble. Then I started being so proactive, they couldn't avoid me. I sent an email at the beginning of the year, write it on the calendar the month before, and then in big... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,308
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grandmom
![]() She's getting what she wants when you sit next to her in time out. Move her away from the project she's working on, put her somewhere with a toy she isn't fond of, isolate her. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() I'm curious, under what circumstance would you lower prices? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Once a child can use the toilet they are taught to wipe, not use too much t-paper then they're on their own. I don't wipe. Never had. They learn quickly. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Menus, Breakfast, Lunch and Snack Ideas
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Views: 7,848
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grandmom
![]() I plan lunch - about an hour before its due to be on the table. Hmmm what's for lunch today? I can't imagine having a menu a month in advance. |
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
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Views: 5,994
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grandmom
![]() Honestly, there are so many things wrong with your concerns. Children learn to use the same toy in different ways as they mature. They do not need a new set of toys. They need time and space to... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Why would they care that your children aren't there? Its when you have children you shouldn't that they care. Right? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Check with your program first. They may not allow you to charge for your closure days. I can't. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,407
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grandmom
![]() Is this your first inspection? In my state the only time you know they are coming is the first time. After that, it's anytime, unannounced. Don't back down with the supervisor. We are bullied... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,448
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grandmom
![]() If he allows you to take him home, then put him in the car and take him out of state. Done. Or get a gun. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Replies: 45
Views: 6,676
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grandmom
![]() Teachers pay the full amount. In the past I've offered a discount if I filled their spot with another child. But then, the other child sometimes didn't actually come, or wanted to pay only for... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,459
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grandmom
![]() I say take them back to the park and make them sit the entire time. In my "dreams" I'd make them hold a sign that said: I spit in someone's face yesterday here at the park. Please let me... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Posted By
grandmom
![]() If licensing requires it, that makes it tax deductible. Keep your receipts. |
Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Views: 1,620
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grandmom
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Forum: Daycare and Taxes
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Views: 1,620
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grandmom
![]() Tom, I know we can only gift $25 per child per year. Can I deduct $25 toward a high school graduate who grew up in my daycare? Thanks. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() No, I didn't put a higher price on special. Sorry for the confusion over the title. haha |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 2,212
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grandmom
![]() I thought it would work. The family has been here almost 2 years and we've had a good relationship. But they asked for "special" during the summer. I worked it all out and made an offer to... |
Forum: Parents and Guardians Forum
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grandmom
![]() Exactly. Tell her about this site. We'd like to hear her side. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Exactly what Cat Herder said. This is a business. Operate it like a business. "Mom, I've been thinking about what happened the other day. I've even talked with some other providers. I'm not... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Get a copy of the form she will use. Make 2 copies. Copy one, make your notes for yourself on what needs to be done. Copy two, hand to her when she walks in. Note on this one where she... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Legacy is definitely more than his other books. It's the next step, not rehashing what you already know. Good for you for reducing your debt. I don't have to worry about college funds either. ... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Grandma is coming to town and she doesn't want to pay? I'd be looking for a replacement. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Views: 1,758
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grandmom
![]() Did you tell them you were new? If so, I'd say that's the majority of the problem. Families who are in the hard-to-deal-with category often move from new provider to new provider. Partly because... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Someone asked recently if anyone had read Mr. Ramsey's new book. I just finished it. It was wonderful. The Legacy Journey is written for folks who are looking ahead at the future, not just... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() It's good to know what your state requires. If I have no kids, and I let them in, they go forward as if I have kids. So if it's my day off and I let them in, but have toothpaste out, they can cite... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Blackcat! What system do you have? I'm especially interested. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Where in the 2nd Ammendment is that possible? How can a licensing agency top a Constitutional right? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() I have monthly payments only. I require a month notice. Seems to go together. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Annalee What state? I'm curious how they added it to the rules. Thanks. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Ask if they follow the "U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service February 2012" document. If they do, it says on page 24 "For example, if a child does not want a food component,... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() According to my monitor, the child doesn't have to sit at the table. I just have to ask them (twice) if they want the meal. If they say no, I claim them. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Don't want to pick up toys? Fine. When you are finished picking up, your lunch will be ready. I'd do as others said, one piece of food at a time. Or maybe spoon feed her? Want snack? Oh first... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() This. How do we know who was really on the other end of the phone? |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() NO NO NO. You cannot let them come one day a week if they follow the rules. They don't have boundaries and they will be there every day. You have to set the boundary and stick to it. NO NO... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() I used Black Cat's letter once too. It had great results. The parents knew they could not use me in the middle. Thanks for sharing it. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() ALL the above. PLUS, send her a text that if 2 weeks advance notice is not paid tomorrow at drop off, please do not bring child. This is your policy, stick to it. If you take the child, and... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() All you can do is ask. Unfortunately, family providers face this if they have young children, or get sick themselves. The option is for you to find a person to work in your place if this happens... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() I increase rates substantially with new families. So a family with an infant who started here 6 months ago pays less than one who starts this week. Then I raise rates a little bit every year in... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Read your own post out loud. You know what you need to do. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Have her child ready to go. Meet her at the door. See you tomorrow sweetie! If you don't have any other kids tomorrow, have your keys in your hand and drive around the block and then come home. ... |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() Can you email it? Then when they loose it next time, forward the last email. |
Forum: Daycare Center and Family Home Forum
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grandmom
![]() I have a four year old who (I think) purposefully puts a wad of food in his mouth before trying to talk. It subsided quite a bit as soon as I told him I'd excuse him from the table - and then did... |