Thanks for the kind words mimi, I think that may be all I needed......little self pitty today? I really do miss them though, I did have really nice (business based) friendships with them too. (little friendly convo at the door most days, sometimes even unrelated to day care) The parents I have left are mostly "hi and bye" kind of people, "here's her diapers"......"he didn't sleep well" kind of people. I def miss the "how is your morning going" or "saw your Mom yesterday" or the "thanks so much for all you do" kind of parents. I hope I get a few new ones that fit that empty little spot in my heart. boo hoo!