sandylynn - that is excellent!! Good for you. I haven't had a parent outright say it but I know they are thinking it or there is the tone when they say OH I see you got a new vehicle/camper etc.

My contract states that I have a late fee of $15 per day (including Saturday and sunday). Payment on payday is due Friday morning at drop off and if they don't come with money then they are not allowed to leave their child for the day as well as the late fee begins Friday at pickup. Also children are not allowed to return to care until payment is made. Because this is in my contract I have never had a parent ever ask to pay late and therefore we avoid any uncomfortable circumstances.