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Lyss 07:29 PM 07-29-2013
So this is a new one for me. DCM texts "can you please keep DCG inside today, I'm very concerned about her. Heading to meeting. Explain later" I tired to call but her phone was off

So I'm thinking DCG is on some meds that cause sensitivity in sunlight or some illness. I spend all afternoon watching her for signs of illness but alas DCG is fine. Well sort of DCM shows up and explains she saw weird planes and contrails so she knows they're releasing some chemicals to counteract global warming and poisoning us as a result so she wanted DCG inside so she's not exposed to this round of chemicals.

I told her in the future she's welcome to pick DCG up but I'm required by licensing to get at least 60 mins of outside time. The kids played outside today, DCG and another child stayed in playing playdoh (playroom and patio are separated by large glass windows and sliding door so I can stand between and see all) but we didn't get to play in the water like i had planned so a few were disappointed. We get so few nice days here (it rains a lot in our neck of the woods) and I'm not keeping them in because a plane flies over.

Not one I've heard before (well from a DCP) and definitely not what I expected to hear from this DCM! I know a lot of people believe in this and I'm not bashing but really? No outside play? No way!
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Unregistered 07:35 PM 07-29-2013
Originally Posted by Lyss:
So this is a new one for me. DCM texts "can you please keep DCG inside today, I'm very concerned about her. Heading to meeting. Explain later" I tired to call but her phone was off

So I'm thinking DCG is on some meds that cause sensitivity in sunlight or some illness. I spend all afternoon watching her for signs of illness but alas DCG is fine. Well sort of DCM shows up and explains she saw weird planes and contrails so she knows they're releasing some chemicals to counteract global warming and poisoning us as a result so she wanted DCG inside so she's not exposed to this round of chemicals.

I told her in the future she's welcome to pick DCG up but I'm required by licensing to get at least 60 mins of outside time. The kids played outside today, DCG and another child stayed in playing playdoh (playroom and patio are separated by large glass windows and sliding door so I can stand between and see all) but we didn't get to play in the water like i had planned so a few were disappointed. We get so few nice days here (it rains a lot I our neck of the woods) and I'm not keeping them in because a plane flies over.

Not one I've heard before (well from a DCP) and definitely not what I expected to hear from this DCM! I know a lot of people believe in this and I'm not bashing but really? No outside play? No way!
I'd be bashing...DCM is crazy and paranoid! Ignore "inside" requests from her in the future.
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melilley 07:44 PM 07-29-2013
Huh? I've never heard of such a thing! Learn something new everyday I guess!
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blandino 08:39 PM 07-29-2013
I really think that one of us should make (and sell), a fake sort of bubble suit, and hang it on the wall at our daycares. I would happily offer it to all of these mosquito bite, minor scratch, outdoor danger fearing parents.

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Familycare71 09:00 PM 07-29-2013
Originally Posted by blandino:
I really think that one of us should make (and sell), a fake sort of bubble suit, and hang it on the wall at our daycares. I would happily offer it to all of these mosquito bite, minor scratch, outdoor danger fearing parents.
I'm in!!!
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daycare 09:10 PM 07-29-2013
Maybe you shouldn't let her outside either because aliens might try to abduct her.

That's the silliest thing I have ever heard.
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Lyss 09:37 PM 07-29-2013
Originally Posted by daycare:
Maybe you shouldn't let her outside either because aliens might try to abduct her.

That's the silliest thing I have ever heard.



I have friends that are die hard conspiracy theorists that talk about contrails all the time but this is the first I've heard of the global warming connection.

This family isn't one I'd expect this from which I think made it that much more weird She went on for 20 minutes about chemicals, contrails, satellite routes... I just sat there wondering why they use the local organic farm down the street if its under the same contrails

I love the bubble suit idea!
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MarinaVanessa 10:24 PM 07-29-2013
Oh my lol.

My DH and I were talking about this the other day. IDK about global warming so ill have to look into that later but I know that the "chemicals" that they releaseiI to the air are meant to better our air, help us breath better, something about UV protection or something and some other stuff. From what I've heard it makes our air quality better.

Like I said, ill have to look into it more. I think they're called chem trails.
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coolconfidentme 03:07 AM 07-30-2013
Just WOW...
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Heidi 06:34 AM 07-30-2013
I was a chemtrail/contrail virgin until today myself.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemtra...spiracy_theory

Great, another thing to "worry" about.
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Blackcat31 06:39 AM 07-30-2013
Bet this kid eats at McDonald's though and eats her fair share of candy....

Why aren't THOSE the chemicals and dangers the parent is concerned about.

I would offer mom the option of either picking her child up during outside time and returning her afterwards or I would hire an assistant to supervise the child indoors while everyone else is outside, but charge the parent the cost of hiring this assistant.

Parents are free to believe anything they would like to believe....I have NO issue with that.

What I do have issue with is when that belief interrupts my ability to care for a GROUP of children and having to keep ALL the children in doors due to one mom's beliefs is ridiculous and completely unfair of her to ask that of you.
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Meeko 07:10 AM 07-30-2013
I would nod enthusiastically and agree with the mom.

Maybe suggest a aluminum foil beanie hat to ward off alien tranmissions too............

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daycare 07:23 AM 07-30-2013
Originally Posted by Meeko:
I would nod enthusiastically and agree with the mom.

Maybe suggest a aluminum foil beanie hat to ward off alien tranmissions too............
Lol hahahahahahahahahaa that was super funny!
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Oneluckymom 10:26 PM 07-30-2013


I'm loving this thread!! I probably would have waited for mom to walk out the door and then have a good laugh.

In all honesty I now have something to read up on....this is news to me.
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daycarediva 03:05 AM 07-31-2013
this is probably the most ridiculous request I have EVER heard. Thanks for the laugh!!!
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williams2008 06:22 AM 07-31-2013
Originally Posted by blandino:
I really think that one of us should make (and sell), a fake sort of bubble suit, and hang it on the wall at our daycares. I would happily offer it to all of these mosquito bite, minor scratch, outdoor danger fearing parents.

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Familycare71 07:31 AM 07-31-2013
Originally Posted by Heidi:
I was a chemtrail/contrail virgin until today myself.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemtra...spiracy_theory

Great, another thing to "worry" about.
I am not aware and am choosing to remain that way! I have learned unless I have some control over it some things are better left unknown... For me at least! .

I may have learned too much already!!
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crazydaycarelady 08:05 AM 07-31-2013
Bwahaha.........I would have been left speechless if dcm said that to me.
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Bookworm 05:13 PM 07-31-2013
Originally Posted by blandino:
I really think that one of us should make (and sell), a fake sort of bubble suit, and hang it on the wall at our daycares. I would happily offer it to all of these mosquito bite, minor scratch, outdoor danger fearing parents.
I would open a store next to yours selling clues.
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blandino 05:49 PM 07-31-2013
Originally Posted by Bookworm:
I would open a store next to yours selling clues.
Can we ad some basic parenting skill books to your store ?
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EntropyControlSpecialist 07:03 PM 07-31-2013
How'd she take it when you said she wouldn't be staying inside anymore for this reason?
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Lyss 07:07 PM 07-31-2013
Originally Posted by EntropyControlSpecialist:
How'd she take it when you said she wouldn't be staying inside anymore for this reason?
Crickets...

Then "well the are all so small and vulnerable... I just thought we should be protective of them"

more crickets...

There were two contrails right over my house this afternoon and I totally expected her to show up & collect DCG but nope, not a word at pick up either
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EntropyControlSpecialist 07:09 PM 07-31-2013
Originally Posted by Lyss:
Crickets...

Then "well the are all so small and vulnerable... I just thought we should be protective of them"

more crickets...
Sometimes, I rather enjoy the crickets I hear when a parent says something that leaves me speechless/I just don't care to respond.
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UtahMomma 08:51 PM 07-31-2013
So THAT'S how the zombie apocalypse is going to start.

Makes sense.
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Lyss 09:14 PM 07-31-2013
Originally Posted by EntropyControlSpecialist:
Sometimes, I rather enjoy the crickets I hear when a parent says something that leaves me speechless/I just don't care to respond.
I was a bit unsure how to respond at first, wondering if should I be insulted that she thought I'm not protecting the kids? Then I had to step back and remind myself what we were actually talking about I just sat there, I had already said outside time wasn't negotiable, until she admitted that it was a bit weird and she realizes that I have to follow state regs but if she noticed a particularly heavy "dousing" in the future she may come get DCG.

Originally Posted by UtahMomma:
So THAT'S how the zombie apocalypse is going to start.

Makes sense.

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Bookworm 11:44 AM 08-01-2013
Originally Posted by blandino:
Can we ad some basic parenting skill books to your store ?
We sure can. I'll even hire Gibbs from NCIS to give the "Tony Slap" to the most clueless parents.
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EntropyControlSpecialist 11:58 AM 08-01-2013
Originally Posted by Lyss:
I was a bit unsure how to respond at first, wondering if should I be insulted that she thought I'm not protecting the kids? Then I had to step back and remind myself what we were actually talking about I just sat there, I had already said outside time wasn't negotiable, until she admitted that it was a bit weird and she realizes that I have to follow state regs but if she noticed a particularly heavy "dousing" in the future she may come get DCG.



Sounds great. When you need a vacation day, tell her you heard there was going to be some heavy dousing....
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Lyss 04:58 PM 08-01-2013
Originally Posted by EntropyControlSpecialist:
Sounds great. When you need a vacation day, tell her you heard there was going to be some heavy dousing....
I'm considering it! Man there are gonna be some dangerous Fridays coming up!
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MyAngels 06:25 PM 08-01-2013
Could you direct her to my new online store? See my newest inventory additions below:
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Lyss 06:43 PM 08-01-2013
Originally Posted by MyAngels:
Could you direct her to my new online store? See my newest inventory additions below:
for sure!! I think my "you're dirty again?" parent would totally be interested in the suit too!!
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Childminder 07:11 PM 08-01-2013
i needed a laugh after the day I have had! Your dcm takes the prize for wacko, imo.

I think we should be required by the state to have a decontamination room with a shower to sterilize all children upon entry and exit. Like you see in "China Syndrome" and other movies.
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dbslas 08:11 PM 08-01-2013
Originally Posted by Meeko:
I would nod enthusiastically and agree with the mom.

Maybe suggest a aluminum foil beanie hat to ward off alien tranmissions too............
You beat me to it That is exactly what I was going to say
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Nebula 02:12 PM 08-03-2013
I believe whole heartedly in chemtrails and government cover ups. However, I don't put that paranoia on others and force them to feel the same way. This mom is projecting that fear on her kid, and it isn't healthy.

For the record, Chemtrails have some validity...just research before you throw them out the window
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EntropyControlSpecialist 11:53 AM 08-05-2013
I just saw this today. It's from July 2.
http://www.thelibertybeacon.com/2013...al-tie-points/
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