When I first started, I used to think this too. Now, I think more like mommaL. I do think most use it as a day to do errands, appointments, shopping etc. This hopefully allows them to have better quality time with their child. Quality versus quantity is much more important IMO.

I've never really had an issue with parents doing this though. I actually find it throws the child off and prefer that we just stick to our normal schedule. I do have one that will drop off late and/or pick up early and I have to admit, the late drop off drives me nuts! I find the child cries at drop off those days because they thought it was going to be a home day