I've had people during interviews say that they are looking for a provider who will love their child like their own. I say that I give 100% to all the children during daycare hours, I bond with them, get to know their personalities and we have lots of hugs and affection for each other. I don't say what I'm really thinking. I love my own 4 children, I love my grandchildren but I do not feel that kind of love for my daycare kids and I don't understand why anyone would ask that of me. I wouldn't want somebody else to tell me they love my child like their own. I'm glad I'm not alone!

At the end of the day these children go home to the parents who love them but they have been well nourished, well cared for and kept safe and clean and had lots of fun thanks to me. It's my job.