I want to run away

[DisneyPrincess]

I with you ladies. So sick of that weather, and the snow (thats finally melting away though). It was a freakin tough winter for my first year with the daycare. I was happy to work from home on the storm days. But now, I need to go out to lol

Lets hang in there, tomorrow is starting to be nicer weather in my area anyways... well they announce rain but I rather have hot weather and rain then cold and snow

[mlle.coccinelle]

Bleh! i'm feeling it too today.
It's been really nice for the past week or so... and today its colder, gray and windy...i think the kiddos feel sick and tired of this weather to because they are acting up today!
i just feel like having a movie day and cuddle with a comfy blanket!

[DisneyPrincess]

I have a 2 y.o. girl that since last week, when I say Ok its time to get dressed and go outside... she starts crying :\ I wonder if its related to the bad weather lolll She must be a summer girl hahaha

[kidzandme]

Wow this is timely. I am feeling exactly the same way. I have been in daycare for many years but this year has been one of the worst. Must be the weather. I am divorced and my children are grown. So the only adult conversation I get most days is with the parents, which is usually all about their kids. It sure helps to vent and have people that really understand. I will be trying a few of these suggestions. I hope things improve for you soon, if you still want to runaway well count me in!
Have a better day.

[mommylove]

SEASONAL DEPRESSION......its been a long winter ladies we are all in need of some vitamin d I also have been feeling the same.....I love what I do but sometimes its all a little overwhelming being stuck inside and its being the end of winter we are all probably running out of things to do.
Hope everyone is able to get outside soon....next week here in ontario temps are double didgets ahhhhh SUNSHINE

In the meantime......as soon as dck's go home do yourself a favor and have a drink

[treeholm]

You are not alone, as evidenced by all the posts prior to mine! I agree with everyone. We need some warmth and sunshine. Just remember that in any job, there are days when you wish you were doing something else. That's normal for any career. That's usually a good time to treat yourself to something to cheer yourself up.

[DaycareLady]

I am feeling the same way! I just opened in January and seriously have been outside with the kiddies only a handful of times. It's just SO cold! Even today the sun was shining but it was -13 with wind chill and I just can't bring myself to pack 3 babies and 2 toddlers up to stand outside for 10 minutes just to say we got outside! I have said to my husband that I never get seasonal depression but I think I now know what it feels like because these last few months have been rough!! Brighter days ahead ladies!!

[Other Mummy]

YES...I'm going batty as well. This has been a drawn out long winter in Southern Ontario.

We got outside today for 45min and it was wonderful. The sunshine helps tremendously. I'm longing for the days where we spent pretty much all day outdoors learning about nature, catching bugs, splashing in the water. In for potty breaks, and naptime. We even ate our lunch and snacks outdoors.

Hurry up Spring and Summer

[torontokids]

Yeah, this job is tough. As much as I hate the school drop off and pick up, one of the benefits is I get to chat with other adults and it makes us go outside. We go outside everyday (for the pick up) then just stay out for an hour to 2 hours 2 x's a day. It really lifts my spirits and makes the day go so much faster. Sometimes I am freezing but I know it makes my day better as the kids are better behaved and sleep well and frankly I am better too. It was why I used to walk my puppy (8 yrs a go) for 2-3 hours a day, it made her happy and she was kept busy so she didn't destroy anything. Did I just compare my dog to dcks? heh heh

[Skysue]

Omg I was a flight attendant for over 10 years and I have done daycare 2 1/2 years now and I have cabin fever soooooooooooooi bad right now. I feel like I could peel the paint if the walls. Thank God I have great kids and amazing parents.

This weather is killing me, we had about 2 inches of snow this morning.

I'm getting burn out too and when I do have free time all can think about is cleaning and organizing my home. Certain areas are suffering because I just can't find the time.