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My3cents 10:09 AM 07-08-2013
This question has been a thread before but I always find it interesting and fun to revisit.
Something my families don't know about me-
I am having a mental block on this right now.......so I am going to go with nothing that I can think of at this moment because I am an open book with my families- I will prob think of something later and have an ah ha moment-
Something my families don't know about me-
I am having a mental block on this right now.......so I am going to go with nothing that I can think of at this moment because I am an open book with my families- I will prob think of something later and have an ah ha moment-
daycarediva 10:18 AM 07-08-2013
My families know I work out/exercise and take it seriously, but only 1 (a dcd and I'm sure his wife/dcm as well) knows I lift BIG weights. He saw me in the gym, bench pressing more than he could. AKWARD! He is a funny guy though and all he does is joke about it. 
EntropyControlSpecialist 10:24 AM 07-08-2013
That I can actually be an adult. 
Last weekend I was at a baby shower and a DCM was there as well. Her face was like this for quite some time:
and she said, "You are so different outside of kid mode!" I thought I horrified her. She has been a client for 16 months.
She is right. I am smiley, bubbly, sweet, and matter-of-fact around the kids and their parents when I'm in work mode. Clients think I'm really "sensitive" and really rather prude-ish because of my how I am during business hours. When things that they deem "awkward" come up they turn bright red and stutter while I stand there and say, "No biggie." or "No, that doesn't offend me at all. It's difficult to offend me." DCM's husband came in and told me his wife came home from the shower and said, "___ is so much fun!!!! We're like two peas in a pod when she's not in kid mode!"
Outside of work mode, I tend to be pretty blunt and out there not really caring who thinks what of me.
Last weekend I was at a baby shower and a DCM was there as well. Her face was like this for quite some time:
and she said, "You are so different outside of kid mode!" I thought I horrified her. She has been a client for 16 months.She is right. I am smiley, bubbly, sweet, and matter-of-fact around the kids and their parents when I'm in work mode. Clients think I'm really "sensitive" and really rather prude-ish because of my how I am during business hours. When things that they deem "awkward" come up they turn bright red and stutter while I stand there and say, "No biggie." or "No, that doesn't offend me at all. It's difficult to offend me." DCM's husband came in and told me his wife came home from the shower and said, "___ is so much fun!!!! We're like two peas in a pod when she's not in kid mode!"
Outside of work mode, I tend to be pretty blunt and out there not really caring who thinks what of me.
MissAnn 11:03 AM 07-08-2013
That my bedroom is a complete disaster and I keep it locked with a key doorknob because I'd die i'd they saw it.
Lyss 11:14 AM 07-08-2013
-I have tattoos
-I don't share their parenting beliefs
-I'd quit in a heartbeat if I struck it rich, literally that day
I swear all my parents think I watch kids just for fun and sit around bored all weekend hoping they'll ask me to "babysit" on the weekends (even though I always say no!) or counting down the hours til Monday.
-I don't share their parenting beliefs
-I'd quit in a heartbeat if I struck it rich, literally that day
I swear all my parents think I watch kids just for fun and sit around bored all weekend hoping they'll ask me to "babysit" on the weekends (even though I always say no!) or counting down the hours til Monday.
Childminder 11:38 AM 07-08-2013
*That I was a smoker till 2008, for 39 years.
*That I really don't "love" their child.
*That like the previous post I would close my door the second my numbers are read.
*That I really don't "love" their child.
*That like the previous post I would close my door the second my numbers are read.
EntropyControlSpecialist 11:47 AM 07-08-2013
I'm nodding along with a few of these.
crunchymama 12:04 PM 07-08-2013
Something my DC Families don't know about me
-That my views on religion, gay marriage, and abortion differ greatly from theirs. We live in a small community and everyone is expected to believe the same way, and I don't. I also don't discuss my views with my DCFs because I would lose clients.
-That this is not my dream job and I wouldn't be doing this work if I had another option.
-That my views on religion, gay marriage, and abortion differ greatly from theirs. We live in a small community and everyone is expected to believe the same way, and I don't. I also don't discuss my views with my DCFs because I would lose clients.
-That this is not my dream job and I wouldn't be doing this work if I had another option.
Blackcat31 12:09 PM 07-08-2013
Originally Posted by My3cents:
I am having a mental block on this right now.......so I am going to go with nothing that I can think of at this moment because I am an open book with my families- I will prob think of something later and have an ah ha moment-
There is ALOT my child care families don't know about me. I operate on a pretty business-like scale and don't share a lot about my personal life. I am having a mental block on this right now.......so I am going to go with nothing that I can think of at this moment because I am an open book with my families- I will prob think of something later and have an ah ha moment-
I didn't always operate that way but have found it's what works for me right now.
I currently have one family in care who knows I have two adult children but have no idea is they are boys or girls or what their names are or even where they live.
I don't intentionally with hold info from anyone, I just don't offer it up so unless they ask, they don't know...kwim?
MarinaVanessa 12:47 PM 07-08-2013
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
.
kelsey's kids 02:00 PM 07-08-2013
they dont know my age. at an interview I let them know my experience which is large for my age but never let them know how old I am unless they ask. the couple people who have asjed cant believe how young I am and would have never even guessed
Blackcat31 03:05 PM 07-08-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
I so wished you lived closer to me....we would sooo get along!! (except the beer part...I hate beer.. ...I don't drink often but when I do, it's shots...vodka/tequila/jagermeister)That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
.I can't even print some of the conversations that go on in my house between my DH and I, but they sound eerily similar to yours.
In personal opinion, I think that kind of playfulness is what makes for a long lasting marriage...it also helps that my DH and I "get" each other's sense of humor.
EntropyControlSpecialist 03:08 PM 07-08-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
I would enjoy you as a friend. That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
. I'm not a politically correct person so we would mesh well.
MarinaVanessa 03:53 PM 07-08-2013
Originally Posted by Blackcat31:
I so wished you lived closer to me....we would sooo get along!! (except the beer part...I hate beer.. ...I don't drink often but when I do, it's shots...vodka/tequila/jagermeister)
I can't even print some of the conversations that go on in my house between my DH and I, but they sound eerily similar to yours.
In personal opinion, I think that kind of playfulness is what makes for a long lasting marriage...it also helps that my DH and I "get" each other's sense of humor.
I so wished you lived closer to me....we would sooo get along!! (except the beer part...I hate beer.. ...I don't drink often but when I do, it's shots...vodka/tequila/jagermeister)
I can't even print some of the conversations that go on in my house between my DH and I, but they sound eerily similar to yours.
In personal opinion, I think that kind of playfulness is what makes for a long lasting marriage...it also helps that my DH and I "get" each other's sense of humor.
Originally Posted by EntropyControlSpecialist:
I would enjoy you as a friend. I'm not a politically correct person so we would mesh well.
We all SOOOOO need to get together for a ladies weekend I would enjoy you as a friend.
I'm not a politically correct person so we would mesh well..And I agree BC, humor is a must have in any type of relationship for me (romantic or friendly)
. I love friends that can make me go .
daycare 03:57 PM 07-08-2013
i compete in fitness contest!!! AND I wear bathing suits that are quite small....lol
I don't think any of them know...and I want to keep it this way....
I don't think any of them know...and I want to keep it this way....
Laurel 06:45 PM 07-08-2013
They don't know I'm an atheist.
Laurel
Laurel
blandino 05:33 AM 07-09-2013
I can second you guys in most of these areas.
My sense if humor is definitely not traditional. And definitely very innapropriate at times.
I am also not religious, and being in the Bible belt, I think people would view that differently if they knew. By no means do I hide it, I just don't think a lot of parents know.
I would think my biggest thing parents don't know about me, is that I have a pretty bad potty mouth while my working. Also, I listen to not the cleanest music in the world, and I do enjoy a good drink.
I think that some of that goes against the stereotypical idea of wholesomeness. But I also think that the parents who know me better, also really like those things about me.
My sense if humor is definitely not traditional. And definitely very innapropriate at times.
I am also not religious, and being in the Bible belt, I think people would view that differently if they knew. By no means do I hide it, I just don't think a lot of parents know.
I would think my biggest thing parents don't know about me, is that I have a pretty bad potty mouth while my working. Also, I listen to not the cleanest music in the world, and I do enjoy a good drink.
I think that some of that goes against the stereotypical idea of wholesomeness. But I also think that the parents who know me better, also really like those things about me.
Familycare71 05:40 AM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
I knew I liked you! That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
. hahaha
Familycare71 05:46 AM 07-09-2013
I go along with a lot of others...
I can be loud and obnoxious! I have a filthy mind! I swear. I am extremely sarcastic
.
I do actually love their kids (I think they think I fake it!). But I have no interest in working over time! And that I wouldn't do this for free if I could!
I will say tho I have had a few parents shock me too! Lol.
I can be loud and obnoxious! I have a filthy mind! I swear. I am extremely sarcastic
. I do actually love their kids (I think they think I fake it!). But I have no interest in working over time! And that I wouldn't do this for free if I could!
I will say tho I have had a few parents shock me too! Lol.
My3cents 10:03 AM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by Blackcat31:
I so wished you lived closer to me....we would sooo get along!! (except the beer part...I hate beer.. ...I don't drink often but when I do, it's shots...vodka/tequila/jagermeister)
I can't even print some of the conversations that go on in my house between my DH and I, but they sound eerily similar to yours.
In personal opinion, I think that kind of playfulness is what makes for a long lasting marriage...it also helps that my DH and I "get" each other's sense of humor.
I so wished you lived closer to me....we would sooo get along!! (except the beer part...I hate beer.. ...I don't drink often but when I do, it's shots...vodka/tequila/jagermeister)
I can't even print some of the conversations that go on in my house between my DH and I, but they sound eerily similar to yours.
In personal opinion, I think that kind of playfulness is what makes for a long lasting marriage...it also helps that my DH and I "get" each other's sense of humor.
looks like I am normal!!! My own kids often ask me.....What's wrong with you and I tell them....
EVERYTHING!!!
I hardly drink at all......but since doing daycare- I have a glass of wine once in a while on the weekends
I do have one........... I am a BRAVO addict. I watch a lot of Bravo and that's probably why I act the way I do sometimes.......lol.
My3cents 10:14 AM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
I don't do the bar thing but do love to eat out.....but I have that same dry/warped sense of humor. Stuff that cracks me up would insult others. Stuff that comes out of my mouth when I am not doing daycare......well That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
. I talk to my husband and grown kids the same way......probably worse but playfully and loving and fun. I do think of myself as a Christian but just not a full practicing one....100% I can't help it I have a playful side to me that has been in the family for generations....lol I act up at times, I am worse then a kid....lol
melilley 10:17 AM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
Haha sounds along the lines of things said by me or dh! That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
. I have never played beer pong though, but I love beer!
EntropyControlSpecialist 10:23 AM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by My3cents:
looks like I am normal!!! My own kids often ask me.....What's wrong with you and I tell them....
EVERYTHING!!!
I hardly drink at all......but since doing daycare- I have a glass of wine once in a while on the weekends
I do have one........... I am a BRAVO addict. I watch a lot of Bravo and that's probably why I act the way I do sometimes.......lol.
looks like I am normal!!! My own kids often ask me.....What's wrong with you and I tell them....
EVERYTHING!!!
I hardly drink at all......but since doing daycare- I have a glass of wine once in a while on the weekends
I do have one........... I am a BRAVO addict. I watch a lot of Bravo and that's probably why I act the way I do sometimes.......lol.
Before I was pregnant with my daughter, I was making myself 1 drink every evening M-F.
Unregistered 10:27 AM 07-09-2013
That I'm voting yes for medical marijuana!
melilley 10:31 AM 07-09-2013
That although I am a little on the quiet side, I do have a mouth and can and will use it if needed-no pun intended. None of my dc parents have seen me angry.
I used to smoke and if it wasn't for all the health hazards, would probably still.
That I like to hang out and drink beer. My neighbors and my dh and I sometimes hang out after work-in my neighbor's driveway and have a few or have bon fires with a few. I also like to go to bars every once a while to dance...hey I can dance really good, especially after I've had a few...
That I really like hard rock music, not really the heavy metal where you can't understand them, but definitely the harder stuff.
That although I do love their kids, (well most of them) that there are definitely things that I can't stand about them and aren't cute to me like they are to them.
Although I really support breast feeding and don't mind that you do it everyday at pickup even though you live 10 minutes away, I really don't want to see a full shot of your boob. Ok, more of a vent....
I used to smoke and if it wasn't for all the health hazards, would probably still.
That I like to hang out and drink beer. My neighbors and my dh and I sometimes hang out after work-in my neighbor's driveway and have a few or have bon fires with a few. I also like to go to bars every once a while to dance...hey I can dance really good, especially after I've had a few...
That I really like hard rock music, not really the heavy metal where you can't understand them, but definitely the harder stuff.
That although I do love their kids, (well most of them) that there are definitely things that I can't stand about them and aren't cute to me like they are to them.
Although I really support breast feeding and don't mind that you do it everyday at pickup even though you live 10 minutes away, I really don't want to see a full shot of your boob. Ok, more of a vent....
littlemissmuffet 10:39 AM 07-09-2013
My parents know VERY little about my private/personal life... and I guarantee if most of them knew me outside of "work" that they would probably judge me harshly 
MissAnn 10:51 AM 07-09-2013
I am a Christian but I am pro choice and for gay marriage. I don't think the government needs to decide things like that. But I am in the Bible Belt and I keep that info to myself
blandino 11:33 AM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by My3cents:
looks like I am normal!!! My own kids often ask me.....What's wrong with you and I tell them....
EVERYTHING!!!
I hardly drink at all......but since doing daycare- I have a glass of wine once in a while on the weekends
I do have one........... I am a BRAVO addict. I watch a lot of Bravo and that's probably why I act the way I do sometimes.......lol.
I am also a BRAVO addict. I wind up watching every show they have. I will see a preview, and think "that looks ridiculous, there is no way I will be watching that", and then before I know it I am watching "Shahs of Sunset" and "Princesses Long Island".looks like I am normal!!! My own kids often ask me.....What's wrong with you and I tell them....
EVERYTHING!!!
I hardly drink at all......but since doing daycare- I have a glass of wine once in a while on the weekends
I do have one........... I am a BRAVO addict. I watch a lot of Bravo and that's probably why I act the way I do sometimes.......lol.
KIDZRMYBIZ 11:55 AM 07-09-2013
1. I am so judgmental of you! Oh, so judgmental...
2. Hell, no, I don't miss your kids while on vacation/over the weekend/since last night. Especially not since last night!
3. I am a regular grown-up with regular grown-up interests. My whole life is not spent as a Mary Poppins/Jo Frost combo. Shocking, isn't it?!
2. Hell, no, I don't miss your kids while on vacation/over the weekend/since last night. Especially not since last night!
3. I am a regular grown-up with regular grown-up interests. My whole life is not spent as a Mary Poppins/Jo Frost combo. Shocking, isn't it?!
melilley 12:00 PM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by KMK:
1. I am so judgmental of you! Oh, so judgmental...
2. Hell, no, I don't miss your kids while on vacation/over the weekend/since last night. Especially not since last night!
3. I am a regular grown-up with regular grown-up interests. My whole life is not spent as a Mary Poppins/Jo Frost combo. Shocking, isn't it?!
Haha I always think about #3! I think people think that we don't do anything but take care children and are always prim and proper. But one day I did accidentally send a text to a parent saying "can you please pick up some gloves, I just got **** on my hands". It was meant for my husband..1. I am so judgmental of you! Oh, so judgmental...
2. Hell, no, I don't miss your kids while on vacation/over the weekend/since last night. Especially not since last night!
3. I am a regular grown-up with regular grown-up interests. My whole life is not spent as a Mary Poppins/Jo Frost combo. Shocking, isn't it?!
I apologized to the parent and she said oh it's no big deal. At least we know you're human....
I was so relieved. If it was another one of my parents, I would have died!
MarinaVanessa 12:03 PM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by MissAnn:
I am a Christian but I am pro choice and for gay marriage. I don't think the government needs to decide things like that. But I am in the Bible Belt and I keep that info to myself
You and I think alike I am a Christian but I am pro choice and for gay marriage. I don't think the government needs to decide things like that. But I am in the Bible Belt and I keep that info to myself
. And no my clients don't know about my political or religious views either .
KIDZRMYBIZ 12:31 PM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by melilley:
But one day I did accidentally send a text to a parent saying "can you please pick up some gloves, I just got **** on my hands". It was meant for my husband..
But one day I did accidentally send a text to a parent saying "can you please pick up some gloves, I just got **** on my hands". It was meant for my husband..
Su funny!!!I had a text incident on my old phone (I really think that thing hated me-always doing weird things without my consent). I was texting with a fellow provider friend that new baby was too little to ride in umbrella stroller so no park visit today. She suggested I use a front carrier. My reply was "My boobs are too big." (Carriers are uncomfortable for larger breasts) It went to a daycare dad that had texted earlier that his child was arriving late!
I quickly sent another text that it was meant for someone else, I could elaborate if he wanted me to, all sorry! sorry! sorry! He texted back that it was no problem but it probably took him about a month to look me in the eye again.
MarinaVanessa 12:46 PM 07-09-2013
Originally Posted by KMK:
Su funny!!!
I had a text incident on my old phone (I really think that thing hated me-always doing weird things without my consent). I was texting with a fellow provider friend that new baby was too little to ride in umbrella stroller so no park visit today. She suggested I use a front carrier. My reply was "My boobs are too big." (Carriers are uncomfortable for larger breasts) It went to a daycare dad that had texted earlier that his child was arriving late!I quickly sent another text that it was meant for someone else, I could elaborate if he wanted me to, all sorry! sorry! sorry! He texted back that it was no problem but it probably took him about a month to look me in the eye again.
Ha ha, my DH and I send "sexy" or "racy" I-miss-you texts sometimes throughout the day while he is at work. One day guess where a text ended up going to Su funny!!!I had a text incident on my old phone (I really think that thing hated me-always doing weird things without my consent). I was texting with a fellow provider friend that new baby was too little to ride in umbrella stroller so no park visit today. She suggested I use a front carrier. My reply was "My boobs are too big." (Carriers are uncomfortable for larger breasts) It went to a daycare dad that had texted earlier that his child was arriving late!
I quickly sent another text that it was meant for someone else, I could elaborate if he wanted me to, all sorry! sorry! sorry! He texted back that it was no problem but it probably took him about a month to look me in the eye again.. Yep, to a DCD. Fortunately he had a good laugh about it and the next day DCM made fun of me about it so they were good sports about it. Thank goodness. Now that I use my phone for personal use and Google Voice for clients my texts don't get mixed up lol
My3cents 10:58 AM 07-11-2013
Originally Posted by blandino:
I am also a BRAVO addict. I wind up watching every show they have. I will see a preview, and think "that looks ridiculous, there is no way I will be watching that", and then before I know it I am watching "Shahs of Sunset" and "Princesses Long Island".
I do the same thing.... forget the name of it.....but I said the same thing about the one with the boat and crew. The other night there I am right into it. I do the same thing!!!I am also a BRAVO addict. I wind up watching every show they have. I will see a preview, and think "that looks ridiculous, there is no way I will be watching that", and then before I know it I am watching "Shahs of Sunset" and "Princesses Long Island".
Josiegirl 04:25 PM 07-12-2013
Most of my dcps don't know anything about me. They don't really ask and I don't offer. One dcm though, knows why my dh and I separated several years ago. She and I get along great and I really do love her kids, plus we've been through quite a few of the same things since we've known each other. I'm a little more 'myself' with her.
craftymissbeth 04:52 PM 07-12-2013
That I do not share the same political views as most of my community.
That, although I am polite and business-like during work hours, I have a filthy potty mouth and DH and I share a pretty inappropriate sense of humor.
That, although I am polite and business-like during work hours, I have a filthy potty mouth and DH and I share a pretty inappropriate sense of humor.
Originally Posted by Unregistered:
That I'm voting yes for medical marijuana!
^I'm totally unashamed that I would vote yes for legalized marijuana (not just medical).. I'm not sure it would ever pass in my uber-conservative state, though.That I'm voting yes for medical marijuana!
Scout 05:26 PM 07-12-2013
Originally Posted by melilley:
That although I am a little on the quiet side, I do have a mouth and can and will use it if needed-no pun intended. None of my dc parents have seen me angry.
I used to smoke and if it wasn't for all the health hazards, would probably still.
That I like to hang out and drink beer. My neighbors and my dh and I sometimes hang out after work-in my neighbor's driveway and have a few or have bon fires with a few. I also like to go to bars every once a while to dance...hey I can dance really good, especially after I've had a few...
That I really like hard rock music, not really the heavy metal where you can't understand them, but definitely the harder stuff.
That although I do love their kids, (well most of them) that there are definitely things that I can't stand about them and aren't cute to me like they are to them.
Although I really support breast feeding and don't mind that you do it everyday at pickup even though you live 10 minutes away, I really don't want to see a full shot of your boob. Ok, more of a vent....
You and I would get along so well!!That although I am a little on the quiet side, I do have a mouth and can and will use it if needed-no pun intended. None of my dc parents have seen me angry.
I used to smoke and if it wasn't for all the health hazards, would probably still.
That I like to hang out and drink beer. My neighbors and my dh and I sometimes hang out after work-in my neighbor's driveway and have a few or have bon fires with a few. I also like to go to bars every once a while to dance...hey I can dance really good, especially after I've had a few...
That I really like hard rock music, not really the heavy metal where you can't understand them, but definitely the harder stuff.
That although I do love their kids, (well most of them) that there are definitely things that I can't stand about them and aren't cute to me like they are to them.
Although I really support breast feeding and don't mind that you do it everyday at pickup even though you live 10 minutes away, I really don't want to see a full shot of your boob. Ok, more of a vent....
Scout 05:27 PM 07-12-2013
That as soon as they leave and I lock the door I crack a beer or a Seagram's cooler! EVERY NIGHT! It is the one vice I have left after I quit smoking almost 2 1/2 years ago!!
BumbleBee 05:38 PM 07-12-2013
*I had a son. Long story but yeah, nobody knows I was a mom.
*I reeeeeeaaaally want to still be a smoker. I quit back in May but I miss it.
*My sense of humor is offensive to many people
*I have a potty mouth
*My mind is in the gutter 99% of the time
*I reeeeeeaaaally want to still be a smoker. I quit back in May but I miss it.
*My sense of humor is offensive to many people
*I have a potty mouth
*My mind is in the gutter 99% of the time
Scout 06:23 PM 07-12-2013
Originally Posted by Trummynme:
*I had a son. Long story but yeah, nobody knows I was a mom.
*I reeeeeeaaaally want to still be a smoker. I quit back in May but I miss it.
*My sense of humor is offensive to many people
*I have a potty mouth
*My mind is in the gutter 99% of the time
*I had a son. Long story but yeah, nobody knows I was a mom.
*I reeeeeeaaaally want to still be a smoker. I quit back in May but I miss it.
*My sense of humor is offensive to many people
*I have a potty mouth
*My mind is in the gutter 99% of the time
I PROMISE the urge to smoke will pass but, i still miss it about once a week. i really enjoyed it. that was my time, outside alone with my thoughts. Q
lflick 06:36 PM 07-12-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
.LMFAO! This made me laugh more than you can imagine lol as I am the same way!
Lyss 08:12 PM 07-12-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
. DH and I were just joking about things along the "dirty sanchez" lines and it made me think of this thread! I'm still the reigning beer pong champ within our circle of friends and the hold the "Silver metal" (aka spray painted bottle lid
) in our "Quarter's Olympics" as we call it (we set up obstacles and trick shots using the beer case and empty cans ).I'm so not as wholesome and proper as my DCPs think! DH and I joke about it, "man if the DCPs could hear you now" after some off color joke. DH and one of our friends always poke fun of my "daycare voice" because they say the second a DCP appears I sound totally different! lol!
Luna 06:25 AM 07-13-2013
I'm so glad to hear I'm not the only one with a potty mouth and off colour sense of humour. My adult kids are the same and at least once a day during dc hours I need to text one of them so I can get some of it out We have an ongoing group convo on iChat which includes my new DIL and she said she sometimes wonders about the family she has married into...all of our conversations somehow end up in poop or vaginas or farts.
I believe a couple of my DCM s would fit right in, but I'm not about to test that theory.
We have an ongoing group convo on iChat which includes my new DIL and she said she sometimes wonders about the family she has married into...all of our conversations somehow end up in poop or vaginas or farts. I believe a couple of my DCM s would fit right in, but I'm not about to test that theory.
julie 12:47 PM 07-13-2013
Hahahaha, I would get along well with many of you. I have a very different sense of humor than most people I encounter.
Some things my parents do not know about me currently:
1. I am a singer in a band.
2. I go to school at night after their darlings are picked up, so it really screws me over if they are even a tiny bit late. After three hours I come back and clean up for the next day. Makes for a long day!
3. I am newly pregnant. Not sure when I'll let them in on this secret. I lost the last one, so I am definitely waiting until after the danger zone.
Some things my parents do not know about me currently:
1. I am a singer in a band.
2. I go to school at night after their darlings are picked up, so it really screws me over if they are even a tiny bit late. After three hours I come back and clean up for the next day. Makes for a long day!
3. I am newly pregnant. Not sure when I'll let them in on this secret. I lost the last one, so I am definitely waiting until after the danger zone.
Sprouts 04:11 PM 07-13-2013
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
That I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange.
I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots.
LMBO!! I am so using the thumb thing tonight, my husband pissed me off today!! lolThat I have a "young" mentality out of daycare and a dry/dirty sense of humor. It took my mom a while to get used to my sense of humor (mine and my DH's) after she moved in. Here's are some common conversations in my household when the DCK's are gone and our kids are in their rooms:
DH: Our kids are awesome.
ME: Of course they are. They came out of my vagina and my vagina is awesome. It was bound to rub off.
(DH does something to annoy me)
ME: I'm going to wait until you are asleep and I'm going to stick my thumb in your butt.
I even know what most sexual terminology means and comes from (not that I participate, I just get curious). For example ... "dirty Sanchez".
I know, very strange. I also like to go to bars/dinner with my DH and some friends and get sloshed every once in a while. My BFF and I are beer pong champs within our circle of friends and I'm a pro at blowing rimming balls out of the cup and backwards shots
.
Unregistered 02:34 PM 03-20-2015
I'm an athiest.
I have a very dirty mind and a potty mouth.
I HATE their parenting style!
I have a very dirty mind and a potty mouth.
I HATE their parenting style!
daycare 03:05 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by Unregistered:
I'm an athiest.
I have a very dirty mind and a potty mouth.
I HATE their parenting style!
hahahhahahhahahahahah I love this....I'm an athiest.
I have a very dirty mind and a potty mouth.
I HATE their parenting style!
Unregistered 03:32 PM 03-20-2015
That my 8-year-old daughter and I hooked arms and square-danced around the living room, after they finally came to pick up, this evening.
laundrymom 03:35 PM 03-20-2015
I just realized I don't think I fit in here. Lol
Mine know that I'm a Christian. They know I go to church but only a couple know how committed I am. They actually have started coming to my church. I'm involved w our ministry. I only miss a service if I HAVE to and have to find someone to take over for me if I do. I run sound and video for every service.
I do t think many know that I don't drink, swear or go to bars but still have a very full and crazy life.
The second my door closes, even though I love my job and never want to do anything else, I exhale. Just because the responsibility is off me.
That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
Mine know that I'm a Christian. They know I go to church but only a couple know how committed I am. They actually have started coming to my church. I'm involved w our ministry. I only miss a service if I HAVE to and have to find someone to take over for me if I do. I run sound and video for every service.
I do t think many know that I don't drink, swear or go to bars but still have a very full and crazy life.
The second my door closes, even though I love my job and never want to do anything else, I exhale. Just because the responsibility is off me.
That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
Unregistered 03:39 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by laundrymom:
That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
So so true! 'Friend' parents. 'Don't be mad at me' parents.That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
LysesKids 04:02 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by MissAnn:
That my bedroom is a complete disaster and I keep it locked with a key doorknob because I'd die i'd they saw it.
This is me lolThat my bedroom is a complete disaster and I keep it locked with a key doorknob because I'd die i'd they saw it.
DaveA 04:46 PM 03-20-2015
With the exception of a couple of stories that only my wife and best friends know and XXX stuff I'm pretty much an open book. If DCPs don't know something it's because they didn't ask or I've never had a reason to bring it up.
The only thing I can think of is that if I could do it financially I would totally do the whole "urban homesteader" thing instead of spending 55 hours a week with their kids. That might shock DCPs because they know I love working with kids.
The only thing I can think of is that if I could do it financially I would totally do the whole "urban homesteader" thing instead of spending 55 hours a week with their kids. That might shock DCPs because they know I love working with kids.
daycarediva 05:15 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by DaveArmour:
With the exception of a couple of stories that only my wife and best friends know and XXX stuff I'm pretty much an open book. If DCPs don't know something it's because they didn't ask or I've never had a reason to bring it up.
The only thing I can think of is that if I could do it financially I would totally do the whole "urban homesteader" thing instead of spending 55 hours a week with their kids. That might shock DCPs because they know I love working with kids.
I would totally do this. Self sustained, off the grid. Probably the only way I would quit.With the exception of a couple of stories that only my wife and best friends know and XXX stuff I'm pretty much an open book. If DCPs don't know something it's because they didn't ask or I've never had a reason to bring it up.
The only thing I can think of is that if I could do it financially I would totally do the whole "urban homesteader" thing instead of spending 55 hours a week with their kids. That might shock DCPs because they know I love working with kids.
Thriftylady 05:18 PM 03-20-2015
I would also vote for legalized marijuana.
I often have a beer after all the kids leave. Or 30 depending (ok not really that many lol I wouldn't be typing now)
That my depression and anxiety gets out of control sometimes and my husband keeps me grounded.
I often have a beer after all the kids leave. Or 30 depending
(ok not really that many lol I wouldn't be typing now)That my depression and anxiety gets out of control sometimes and my husband keeps me grounded.
hope 06:22 PM 03-20-2015
That I was a run away at 16. Worked at restaurants and bars and got my own apartment in hiding while everyone else my age went to school, football games and the mall. I worked hard and saved everything. The day I turned 18 I went back to my high school to ask how I could get my diploma. I then put myself through college and became quite successful at a young age. I gave up my career to give my children a better life than the one I ran away from. The parents see me as predictable in my simple ways. They would be surprised at the life I lived for 2 years underground and my journey to get where I am today. They think of me as a simple housewife.
AuntTami 06:39 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by Thriftylady:
I would also vote for legalized marijuana.
I often have a beer after all the kids leave. Or 30 depending (ok not really that many lol I wouldn't be typing now)
That my depression and anxiety gets out of control sometimes and my husband keeps me grounded.
I would also vote for legalization and my depression goes crazy sometimes. My DH is the only one that can simmer me down. I would also vote for legalized marijuana.
I often have a beer after all the kids leave. Or 30 depending
(ok not really that many lol I wouldn't be typing now)That my depression and anxiety gets out of control sometimes and my husband keeps me grounded.
Similar to PP- we have some INTERESTING conversations outside of daycare hours. Somethings are even said during daycare hours in code. None of my families know that "tomatoes" are a secret code for "hey let's get it on tonight"
i would also love to live off the grid, self sustaining. We're going to be buying a new piece of property in the next few years and working towards that goal!
My families don't know that I'm a current smoker. Or maybe they do, but they've never said anything. I smoke outside, even in winter in wisconsin. Right away in the morning before I shower and change clothes, and then like a chimney after my kids leave. I don't smoke at all during the day, but come 3:00, I'm counting the minutes until 4:15 when they leave!
Baby Beluga 07:04 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by hope:
That I was a run away at 16. Worked at restaurants and bars and got my own apartment in hiding while everyone else my age went to school, football games and the mall. I worked hard and saved everything. The day I turned 18 I went back to my high school to ask how I could get my diploma. I then put myself through college and became quite successful at a young age. I gave up my career to give my children a better life than the one I ran away from. The parents see me as predictable in my simple ways. They would be surprised at the life I lived for 2 years underground and my journey to get where I am today. They think of me as a simple housewife.
You are amazing.That I was a run away at 16. Worked at restaurants and bars and got my own apartment in hiding while everyone else my age went to school, football games and the mall. I worked hard and saved everything. The day I turned 18 I went back to my high school to ask how I could get my diploma. I then put myself through college and became quite successful at a young age. I gave up my career to give my children a better life than the one I ran away from. The parents see me as predictable in my simple ways. They would be surprised at the life I lived for 2 years underground and my journey to get where I am today. They think of me as a simple housewife.
Sunchimes 07:18 PM 03-20-2015
I believe that I am the lone Democrat in a staunch Republican town. If I even mentioned the words "choice" or "gay" they would gasp in horror.
I worked at the county jail for 17 years. One of my dcd is a former inmate. He knows I know. His wife doesn't know.
I will be old enough to draw my SS this summer and will be able to reduce the number of kids. Someone is leaving, and that someone changes from day to day, sometimes hour to hour. Everyone is on trial!
I worked at the county jail for 17 years. One of my dcd is a former inmate. He knows I know. His wife doesn't know.
I will be old enough to draw my SS this summer and will be able to reduce the number of kids. Someone is leaving, and that someone changes from day to day, sometimes hour to hour. Everyone is on trial!
Baby Beluga 07:22 PM 03-20-2015
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Thriftylady 07:25 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by Sunchimes:
I believe that I am the lone Democrat in a staunch Republican town. If I even mentioned the words "choice" or "gay" they would gasp in horror.
I worked at the county jail for 17 years. One of my dcd is a former inmate. He knows I know. His wife doesn't know.
I will be old enough to draw my SS this summer and will be able to reduce the number of kids. Someone is leaving, and that someone changes from day to day, sometimes hour to hour. Everyone is on trial!
I'll be watching for the post..... "Oh crap, I picked the wrong one!!!".I believe that I am the lone Democrat in a staunch Republican town. If I even mentioned the words "choice" or "gay" they would gasp in horror.
I worked at the county jail for 17 years. One of my dcd is a former inmate. He knows I know. His wife doesn't know.
I will be old enough to draw my SS this summer and will be able to reduce the number of kids. Someone is leaving, and that someone changes from day to day, sometimes hour to hour. Everyone is on trial!
jenboo 08:06 PM 03-20-2015
Originally Posted by MarinaVanessa:
We all SOOOOO need to get together for a ladies weekend.
And I agree BC, humor is a must have in any type of relationship for me (romantic or friendly). I love friends that can make me go .
My dh would love you! We would all totally get alongWe all SOOOOO need to get together for a ladies weekend
.And I agree BC, humor is a must have in any type of relationship for me (romantic or friendly)
. I love friends that can make me go .
Movingforward 11:22 PM 03-20-2015
They probably don't know that I'm scared to death about operating this business and so uncomfortable when parents come tour the place.
Pretend to be confident and smile!
Pretend to be confident and smile!
MrsSteinel'sHouse 03:13 AM 03-21-2015
I love their kids but there are days I just want to duct tape them to the wall! Oh wait they probably know that because they are their kids...
My dcp know a lot about me! I am pretty straight forward.
My dcp know a lot about me! I am pretty straight forward.
Josiegirl 03:30 AM 03-21-2015
None of my current dcfs know anything about my dh. We've been separated 6(or is it 7) so they've never met him. They merely see me as a single woman who runs this place alone. Well, IIRC 1 dcd did ask.
None of my dcps see the mess of crapola in this house because all they see if the main floor. If they went upstairs into my storage bedroom, they'd need a shovel.
None of my dcps see the mess of crapola in this house because all they see if the main floor. If they went upstairs into my storage bedroom, they'd need a shovel.
Gemma 04:00 AM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by EntropyControlSpecialist:
I'm nodding along with a few of these.
me too!I'm nodding along with a few of these.
Pepperth 05:33 AM 03-21-2015
I have no sense of smell.. At all. I check diapers regularly but it is my son's official duty to let me know when he smells something. I also clean my house way too much because I always have a fear that it will smell badly without me realizing it.
Gemma 06:13 AM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by Trummynme:
*I had a son. Long story but yeah, nobody knows I was a mom.
*I reeeeeeaaaally want to still be a smoker. I quit back in May but I miss it.
*My sense of humor is offensive to many people
*I have a potty mouth
*My mind is in the gutter 99% of the time
I like you a lot more now!*I had a son. Long story but yeah, nobody knows I was a mom.
*I reeeeeeaaaally want to still be a smoker. I quit back in May but I miss it.
*My sense of humor is offensive to many people
*I have a potty mouth
*My mind is in the gutter 99% of the time
AuntTami 07:15 AM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by Pepperth:
I have no sense of smell.. At all. I check diapers regularly but it is my son's official duty to let me know when he smells something. I also clean my house way too much because I always have a fear that it will smell badly without me realizing it.
My DH is the same way. I love it. That way our house can smell all girly and he doesn't know/care. No need for those nasty pine air fresheners! I have blueberry plug ins EVERYWHERE. Our house smells like a blueberry patch haha. It's also handy when I burn dinner :-DI have no sense of smell.. At all. I check diapers regularly but it is my son's official duty to let me know when he smells something. I also clean my house way too much because I always have a fear that it will smell badly without me realizing it.
Mommiedavis4 07:49 AM 03-21-2015
Me too!!!
284878 02:00 PM 03-21-2015
My Dcf does not know I had a miscarriage during thanksgiving weekend.
mamamanda 04:26 PM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by laundrymom:
I just realized I don't think I fit in here. Lol
Mine know that I'm a Christian. They know I go to church but only a couple know how committed I am. They actually have started coming to my church. I'm involved w our ministry. I only miss a service if I HAVE to and have to find someone to take over for me if I do. I run sound and video for every service.
I do t think many know that I don't drink, swear or go to bars but still have a very full and crazy life.
The second my door closes, even though I love my job and never want to do anything else, I exhale. Just because the responsibility is off me.
That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
We could hang togetherI just realized I don't think I fit in here. Lol
Mine know that I'm a Christian. They know I go to church but only a couple know how committed I am. They actually have started coming to my church. I'm involved w our ministry. I only miss a service if I HAVE to and have to find someone to take over for me if I do. I run sound and video for every service.
I do t think many know that I don't drink, swear or go to bars but still have a very full and crazy life.
The second my door closes, even though I love my job and never want to do anything else, I exhale. Just because the responsibility is off me.
That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
I love my job too, but feel the weight of responsibility when they're here. Many of the parenting behaviors I see concern me much more than the children's behavior. And my dcf see me as fairly quiet and soft spoken so I think they would be surprised to learn that my dream I to become a published author and speaker for local church sponsored women's conferences.
mamamanda 04:29 PM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by mamamanda:
We could hang together I love my job too, but feel the weight of responsibility when they're here. Many of the parenting behaviors I see concern me much more than the children's behavior. And my dcf see me as fairly quiet and soft spoken so I think they would be surprised to learn that my dream I to become a published author and speaker for local church sponsored women's conferences.
Haha Grammatical errors in the sentence stating that I want to be a writerWe could hang together
I love my job too, but feel the weight of responsibility when they're here. Many of the parenting behaviors I see concern me much more than the children's behavior. And my dcf see me as fairly quiet and soft spoken so I think they would be surprised to learn that my dream I to become a published author and speaker for local church sponsored women's conferences. I just love auto correct.
finsup 04:39 PM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by laundrymom:
I just realized I don't think I fit in here. Lol
Mine know that I'm a Christian. They know I go to church but only a couple know how committed I am. They actually have started coming to my church. I'm involved w our ministry. I only miss a service if I HAVE to and have to find someone to take over for me if I do. I run sound and video for every service.
I do t think many know that I don't drink, swear or go to bars but still have a very full and crazy life.
The second my door closes, even though I love my job and never want to do anything else, I exhale. Just because the responsibility is off me.
That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
Same here! I don't think mine realize how involved I am and how strong I am in my faith either. Although that's becoming more apparent over the past months so they may start to realize it. Not a bad thing! I just realized I don't think I fit in here. Lol
Mine know that I'm a Christian. They know I go to church but only a couple know how committed I am. They actually have started coming to my church. I'm involved w our ministry. I only miss a service if I HAVE to and have to find someone to take over for me if I do. I run sound and video for every service.
I do t think many know that I don't drink, swear or go to bars but still have a very full and crazy life.
The second my door closes, even though I love my job and never want to do anything else, I exhale. Just because the responsibility is off me.
That I think some of the kids behavior issues that they have at home is ba cause they don't respect their parents. Their parents are too busy worrying about their feelings and giving them options, than they are with teaching them how to be a fully functional and stable person.
Also, I'm in a pretty liberal area and well, let's just say that is so not me lol. Its not something I hide but I also don't go up to them saying "so...wanna talk about abortion or traditional families?" Lol.
Sunchimes 05:22 PM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by Thriftylady:
I'll be watching for the post..... "Oh crap, I picked the wrong one!!!".
I'll be watching for the post..... "Oh crap, I picked the wrong one!!!".
I know! I should start a scorecard for every parental slip up!
laundrymom 06:52 PM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by Sunchimes:
I know! I should start a scorecard for every parental slip up!
I put post it notes on the top page of their file every single time. I know! I should start a scorecard for every parental slip up!
laundrymom 06:53 PM 03-21-2015
Originally Posted by mamamanda:
Haha Grammatical errors in the sentence stating that I want to be a writer I just love auto correct.
What kind of stories?Haha Grammatical errors in the sentence stating that I want to be a writer
I just love auto correct.
permanentvacation 06:43 AM 03-23-2015
I would probably get along with MarinaVenessa and you guys pretty well. I also have a dirty mind and potty mouth. But I don't drink, smoke cigarettes, or do drugs. Haven't done any of that since I was 17 years old. Even though I would be scared to death at the time, I wouldn't show it and I'd stand up to anyone (man or woman) that I need to to protect myself and my family from such as when the 3 big men were trying to break into my house. I didn't run and scream like many women would. I thought to myself, "I'm gonna die", but I stood right there face to face to them and told them off enough that they actually apologized for being at my home and left. I describe myself as a white Madea and Queen Latifa mixed together.
There's a lot more that my parents don't know about me. But that gives you an idea of a side of my personality that they are unaware of.
There's a lot more that my parents don't know about me. But that gives you an idea of a side of my personality that they are unaware of.
TaylorTots 06:46 AM 03-23-2015
I have 60 weekdays or less of offering childcare before I close my doors (beginning to mid June).
Unregistered 08:34 AM 03-23-2015
Originally Posted by AuntTami:
My DH is the same way. I love it. That way our house can smell all girly and he doesn't know/care. No need for those nasty pine air fresheners! I have blueberry plug ins EVERYWHERE. Our house smells like a blueberry patch haha. It's also handy when I burn dinner :-D
My smeller only works half the time. My hubby is the super smeller and he loves air freshener lol!My DH is the same way. I love it. That way our house can smell all girly and he doesn't know/care. No need for those nasty pine air fresheners! I have blueberry plug ins EVERYWHERE. Our house smells like a blueberry patch haha. It's also handy when I burn dinner :-D
Shawn 07:22 AM 06-23-2016
That my ex husband shoot me in the face. I closed daycare for a month to move away. I reopened in a new house. And went on as if nothing ever happened. I even kept two dck's after it.
I have two of my own kids to raise and I need an income to do so. It's been 6 years, my ex hasn't caused me any more issues. He doesn't know where I live and doesn't seem to care to harm me or hurt the way I earn a living for his children. (No he didn't go to jail. Well, at least not for long. And he doesn't pay child support.) Not many people know this abt me. And I only have a small scar on my face so you can't tell.
I have two of my own kids to raise and I need an income to do so. It's been 6 years, my ex hasn't caused me any more issues. He doesn't know where I live and doesn't seem to care to harm me or hurt the way I earn a living for his children. (No he didn't go to jail. Well, at least not for long. And he doesn't pay child support.) Not many people know this abt me. And I only have a small scar on my face so you can't tell.
Blackcat31 07:34 AM 06-23-2016
Originally Posted by Shawn:
That my ex husband shoot me in the face. I closed daycare for a month to move away. I reopened in a new house. And went on as if nothing ever happened. I even kept two dck's after it.
I have two of my own kids to raise and I need an income to do so. It's been 6 years, my ex hasn't caused me any more issues. He doesn't know where I live and doesn't seem to care to harm me or hurt the way I earn a living for his children. (No he didn't go to jail. Well, at least not for long. And he doesn't pay child support.) Not many people know this abt me. And I only have a small scar on my face so you can't tell.
Wow, that's awful and wonderful at the same time. That my ex husband shoot me in the face. I closed daycare for a month to move away. I reopened in a new house. And went on as if nothing ever happened. I even kept two dck's after it.
I have two of my own kids to raise and I need an income to do so. It's been 6 years, my ex hasn't caused me any more issues. He doesn't know where I live and doesn't seem to care to harm me or hurt the way I earn a living for his children. (No he didn't go to jail. Well, at least not for long. And he doesn't pay child support.) Not many people know this abt me. And I only have a small scar on my face so you can't tell.
I'm sorry you endured something so horrific.
But am impressed with your positive attitude and your willingness to continue caring for others. 
AmyKidsCo 12:07 PM 06-23-2016
Originally Posted by 284878:
My Dcf does not know I had a miscarriage during thanksgiving weekend.
I'm sorry. My Dcf does not know I had a miscarriage during thanksgiving weekend.
I guess I'm not as private a person as I thought I was, LOL! My biggest secret is probably that the daycare areas are the only clean parts of the house - everything else is constantly messy.
Annalee 12:40 PM 06-23-2016
Originally Posted by AmyKidsCo:
I'm sorry.
I guess I'm not as private a person as I thought I was, LOL! My biggest secret is probably that the daycare areas are the only clean parts of the house - everything else is constantly messy.
I'm sorry.
I guess I'm not as private a person as I thought I was, LOL! My biggest secret is probably that the daycare areas are the only clean parts of the house - everything else is constantly messy.
I have had daycare parents ask me if my sons rooms are as organized as my daycare....uhmmmm, NO!
Unregistered 12:49 PM 06-23-2016
I didn't think I was private, but I guess I am. Most dcf's don't know I have an older stepdaughter, and this is my husband's second marriage, but my first. We see my stepdaughter all the time, though.
NillaWafers 01:43 PM 06-23-2016
1) I run a guild in an online massively multiplayer game (World of Warcraft). I spend some of my evenings online with friends playing video games, haha
2) My family is really religious. Maybe it's evident from the pictures of Jesus and Mary all around, haha. But it never comes up at the daycare since I don't run a religious program
3) I have ADHD. It makes running my own daycare difficult at times. I miss being on meds since I'm breastfeeding right now. Poor baby will be cut off at 12m because mama needs to be medicated (and I will be so much more productive with them).
2) My family is really religious. Maybe it's evident from the pictures of Jesus and Mary all around, haha. But it never comes up at the daycare since I don't run a religious program
3) I have ADHD. It makes running my own daycare difficult at times. I miss being on meds since I'm breastfeeding right now. Poor baby will be cut off at 12m because mama needs to be medicated (and I will be so much more productive with them).
Controlled Chaos 02:10 PM 06-23-2016
I wish recreational marijuana was legal.
I am a practicing Catholic (most my families are atheist or non practicing/agnostic)
I love my dog more than their kids lol...maybe they have guessed that...I REALLY love my dog
I am a practicing Catholic (most my families are atheist or non practicing/agnostic)
I love my dog more than their kids lol...maybe they have guessed that...I REALLY love my dog
mommyneedsadayoff 03:05 PM 06-23-2016
I really don't love (or even like) their kid.
I judge them...A LOT!
I wish mj was legal too.
If I won the lotto, I would never speak to any of them ever again and would spend my days on a beach reading, traveling, living life with my kids and hubby by my side
I judge them...A LOT!
I wish mj was legal too.
If I won the lotto, I would never speak to any of them ever again and would spend my days on a beach reading, traveling, living life with my kids and hubby by my side
AmyKidsCo 05:11 PM 06-23-2016
Originally Posted by Annalee:
I have had daycare parents ask me if my sons rooms are as organized as my daycare....uhmmmm, NO!
I had a parent ask if she could see the upstairs napping area during an interview once. I have had daycare parents ask me if my sons rooms are as organized as my daycare....uhmmmm, NO! I decided on the spot that her son would sleep downstairs!!
lovemydaycare0912 06:14 PM 06-23-2016
Hmm... I'm pretty open but they don't know that I think they don't know how to parent sometimes. That I haven't been on birth control for 3 months and if I were to get pregnant while doing family home daycare and had 6 kids, I would kick out the oldest child. That I never closed early for my trainings so far because I took them on Saturdays but I may close early for "training" just to get an early day. That I wish I played volleyball in high school and college.
LysesKids 08:02 PM 06-23-2016
Parents have no clue that I wish to be closed by 7pm... seeing that I have my first kid before 7am, it is a long day, but too many other home providers - yes, even a licensed one near me, has started taking 2nd shifts so I easily work a 14-16 hr day a few days each week (minimum is 12 daily)... no wonder I want 20 days off yearly for vacations & federal holidays. And yes, that cold adult beverage is very welcome at days end. My own kids are grown & I am a widow, so who can complain
LysesKids 08:12 PM 06-23-2016
Originally Posted by Annalee:
I have had daycare parents ask me if my sons rooms are as organized as my daycare....uhmmmm, NO!
Hell, my own bedroom is used for storage lol (thank goodness I am a widow)- I have 600 sq ft to work with not inc my bedroom. I think parents would freak if they saw how my only 2 closets were packed lolI have had daycare parents ask me if my sons rooms are as organized as my daycare....uhmmmm, NO!
sahm1225 08:38 PM 06-23-2016
That my family has a history of alcohol abuse, addiction and depression. That the reason I do so much (help teach Sunday school, volunteer at a food pantry, go to school, and volunteer for Boy Scouts and lead Girl Scouts, etc.) is because I worry that if I don't stay busy, I will turn to addiction or depression.
daycarediva 03:46 AM 06-24-2016
I also wish mj was legal.
I like their kid/s, but I would replace them in a heartbeat if they gave me grief. I don't even care anymore, I'll just term. I don't have it in me to work with too many issues, especially parent ones.
I cannot BELIEVE the way some kids act/speak to their parents and sometimes I think they need a good swat. I don't spank my own kids, and I believe in gentle parenting but I also expect respect. My kids would NEVER.
Every parent comments on how obvious it is that I love my job because I do it so well. I don't really love my job, I'm just good at it.
I like their kid/s, but I would replace them in a heartbeat if they gave me grief. I don't even care anymore, I'll just term. I don't have it in me to work with too many issues, especially parent ones.
I cannot BELIEVE the way some kids act/speak to their parents and sometimes I think they need a good swat. I don't spank my own kids, and I believe in gentle parenting but I also expect respect. My kids would NEVER.
Every parent comments on how obvious it is that I love my job because I do it so well. I don't really love my job, I'm just good at it.
Josiegirl 04:20 AM 06-24-2016
I don't think dcps could imagine how many times I've muttered under my breath 'if you were MY kids....'
My ideas are so different from theirs about raising kids. But I'm lots older and learned a lot from having 3 of my own. It was definitely a learn as I went process but having seen the results of mistakes I made....yes I'd be a whole lot different parent than what I was and what they are. Just wish I could tell them.
My ideas are so different from theirs about raising kids. But I'm lots older and learned a lot from having 3 of my own. It was definitely a learn as I went process but having seen the results of mistakes I made....yes I'd be a whole lot different parent than what I was and what they are. Just wish I could tell them.
Josiegirl 04:22 AM 06-24-2016
A good swat?? Oh yeh, I saw an instance yesterday where the 8 yo could've used one. Talk about rude and disrespect. 
Talk about rude and disrespect.
DaveA 05:37 AM 06-24-2016
The "Knife Show Me" would shock DCPs who only know "Daycare Me". I have a real problem saying what I think without thinking first. Combine that with my "excessive" sense of humor and it can be really bad. At the last show there's a maker I like to give a bit of grief to. So when he asked "How's it going?" my response was "Great! I watched my first (adult movie) last night- I was soooo much younger then!" Stuff like that. Not because of a joke, but my inability to keep my mouth shut got me banned from one show a few years ago.
I mentally cuss out a DCK at least once a week. Never actually say it, but man does it feel good in my head.
At the last show there's a maker I like to give a bit of grief to. So when he asked "How's it going?" my response was "Great! I watched my first (adult movie) last night- I was soooo much younger then!" Stuff like that. Not because of a joke, but my inability to keep my mouth shut got me banned from one show a few years ago. I mentally cuss out a DCK at least once a week. Never actually say it, but man does it feel good in my head.
NightOwl 07:33 AM 06-24-2016
I love this thread
I live in the bible belt and I am not a christian. I am the worst thing they could imagine, a pagan.
I have a crude sense of humor and a potty mouth.
I'm in a rut and thinking of quitting.
My mother abandoned me when I was 2, after the sudden death of my father, and I was raised by my grandparents.
I am a total nerd who would be a lifelong student if I could do that for a living.
I am a grammar nazi.
I live in the bible belt and I am not a christian. I am the worst thing they could imagine, a pagan.
I have a crude sense of humor and a potty mouth.
I'm in a rut and thinking of quitting.
My mother abandoned me when I was 2, after the sudden death of my father, and I was raised by my grandparents.
I am a total nerd who would be a lifelong student if I could do that for a living.
I am a grammar nazi.
Controlled Chaos 07:52 AM 06-24-2016
Originally Posted by NightOwl:
I love this thread
I live in the bible belt and I am not a christian. I am the worst thing they could imagine, a pagan.
I have a crude sense of humor and a potty mouth.
I'm in a rut and thinking of quitting.
My mother abandoned me when I was 2, after the sudden death of my father, and I was raised by my grandparents.
I am a total nerd who would be a lifelong student if I could do that for a living.
I am a grammar nazi.
My DH is dabbling in paganism...can I PM you? Having a hard time finding him a community in Utah I love this thread
I live in the bible belt and I am not a christian. I am the worst thing they could imagine, a pagan.
I have a crude sense of humor and a potty mouth.
I'm in a rut and thinking of quitting.
My mother abandoned me when I was 2, after the sudden death of my father, and I was raised by my grandparents.
I am a total nerd who would be a lifelong student if I could do that for a living.
I am a grammar nazi.
Kimskiddos 07:58 AM 06-24-2016
I have a tattoo, got it on my 32nd wedding anniversary.
I am a biker chick. Think it would really shock some of my clients to see me in my biker gear.
I too wish MJ was legal.
Definitely love/like my dogs better than the kiddos.
I am a biker chick. Think it would really shock some of my clients to see me in my biker gear.
I too wish MJ was legal.
Definitely love/like my dogs better than the kiddos.
LysesKids 08:45 AM 06-24-2016
Originally Posted by Controlled Chaos:
My DH is dabbling in paganism...can I PM you? Having a hard time finding him a community in Utah
To bad you didn't know me when my DD was attending Westminster... it's the only non religious affiliated College I think Utah has (SLC); we are Pagan too lol. DD's roommate was Mormon so figure that one outMy DH is dabbling in paganism...can I PM you? Having a hard time finding him a community in Utah