my clients work strange shifts and so there is often the situation where they have some time off but use the day to catch up on chores or errands or hit the gym. I'm not upset about it. everyone needs a break, and it is much easier to do the grocery shopping without a little tag-a-long! they are paying me to watch little one. I think they feel the structure and socialization are the benefits of daycare for her, and that is what I'm here for! But little one only comes part time so I know she has lots of mommy and daddy time time too.