Originally Posted by Leanna:
So I often read threads on here where the provider is upset/annoyed when parents bring their child to daycare when they are off or, lately, on "snow days." Well, (don't get mad!) but I always thought, "Why do I care what they are doing? They are paying me."
Well, now I think I understand a little. 
We got a snowstorm overnight. I don't close for snow days because I have parents who have to work regardless, but I do have one tot who's father is a teacher. I know for a fact that he doesn't have to go to work today. The child is here anyways and I am absolutely certain it is because he is going through a very difficult stage and they don't want to deal with it. 
They drove more than half and hour on unplowed roads and by accidents/stranded vehicles just to drop him off. It takes a lot of effort, energy, and patience to work with this child and I am not ashamed to say that I looked forward to a break.
So sorry ladies! I understand better now that maybe you just need a break from your "renegade" child too!
For me, it's one thing if a person HAS to work, and another when they drop off in dangerous conditions just for a "me" day. My frustration grew earlier this winter when we had a horrible storm mid- day and I had one child being dropped off when all the others were getting picked up. So, I had to figure out a time to shovel the driveway, salt the stairs, etc. for one family when all the others were dashing out to avoid the storm, and were long gone. The kicker-dcm wasn't even working that day. Why risk it? I just don't understand. If you can stay home, you should keep off the roads, and stay safe. Your child's safety should be priority. End vent!