Why do some parents "mock" my rules and reminders? I recently sent out a reminder/changes letter to all parents. Had a post about it last week. In it, I reminded parents of some things that have been becoming a problem for me and let them know of some things I have decided to change. In the letter where things like:
*no longer allowing "outside food" to come in...(I also stated why) said there have been issues with "others wanting what that one child has". asked if food be brought in, it should be healthy and enough for all (due to respect for others)
*i reminded them to pay on time or a late fee will be added.
*I reminded them to sign up for snack once a month for all the children.
* I reminded of new hours 7:30-5:35
*also asked if ALL kids could be dropped off by 9 am I would appreciate it due to the effect of the days sched, i.e. naps, meals, and preschool.

among many other things that have been going on with out care.

so...this one family. Gets the letter...first day. picks up 20 minutes late.
next day (last day for dues before late fee) no payment!
next day, Mom calls in the am and says (with such concern) is it ok if we arent there by 9am? i have to sell tomatoes this am and cant make it on time.
Then when she does come with her son, (today is his last day) she says..(again with concern) am I allowed to bring this? (holding up a bag with small containers of icecream in it) because you said "no outside food" (with a tone).

I take in all in stride...I am well aware she is mocking me and can only imagine, she and her hubby probly make fun of me in their liesure.(sp) I feel like they view me as "an uptight rulesy broad" Whatever I guess....no surprise though that their son is the one who won't say goodbye to me in the afternoon and spits in my face. Whatever I guess.