Quote Originally Posted by kidlove View Post
BCchildcare: if I were you I would give to the kids and maybe a small plate of cookies for each family. I don't blame you, it really does stink to not even get one thank you, but don't forget, we give to give not to recieve a thanks, you may feel a little bad IF you decide to not give at all and later regret it. Just give what you feel is right from the heart and don't worry about it!
I agree ... everything I do this time of year is for the experience and joy of the children ~ if the parents give gratitude or thanks that is bonus for sure. I know from networking with other peers in the field that I have been fortunate to have clients who still value 'manners' and I still value them and role model them in my program .... however it is understandable that this value has gone by the wayside for many who no longer see the point of saying please or thank you to others ... but I do not want to let that affect my decision to spread kindness and joy at this time of year and one can only hope that if enough us role model 'manners' to the general public and within our programs the NEXT generations might be back on track with them