I made the mistake of caring for my friends 3 children at a discounted rate. When we arranged the deal the kids were suppose to be picked up by 4:30 each day. I charge them $150 for all 3 kids, ages 1,3 and 6. The going rate where I am is $200 for infants and $150 per full time over the age of 2.
Anyhow, it didn't take long before their parents weren't showing up until 6:30 so I began charging a late fee. They're upset about that, but oh well. The father takes a lot of vacation days, I've noticed yet he still brings his kids here all day. The mother has been off work for 2 weeks, and yet I've had the kids ALL DAY. Would you be upset? Am I overreacting? Should I not say anything because I'm being paid even though it's a low rate? I feel like as a friend I gave them a deal so they could afford to work, not so they can just relax and enjoy sitting at home without their kids.