this is just me, and i know not everyone is the same, so i will just speak for myself. when i set out to do something, i research the heck out of it. I try to find out as much as i can about it, from all angles and from as many sources as i can, word of mouth, forums, evaluate pros and cons, impact on my life, etc. I want to make sure i know as much as i can before i set out to do it, especially if it's a life changer, ie new job, new home, new car, etc. Home daycare was no different. I made sure i knew all the laws and i abide by them. People who don't follow the rules make me mad. Rules are there for a reason and are meant to be followed. It doesn't mean the person is a bad provider, they could be a good provider but they have to follow the rules. Sorry to say. Too many people are not in compliance and getting away with it and it's not fair to others.