Things are up in the air. I have nothing that is certain at this point regarding childcare for my Little H. Everyone I’ve interviewed has been sub standard and in this city, daycare facilities have at least a one year wait list (some have a two year one, and some just hang up on you).
One woman I interviewed repeated over and over throughout our conversation that “She has nothing to hide”. It freaked me out. Another decided to up her rate from $960 a month to $1060 after I told her what a hard time we were having. How loving of her. At this point, that amount of money is half my salary. It’s making me wonder if I should get a part time job and care for her myself. It certainly doesn’t make sense to me to work a full time job, get half the pay and have my baby cared for by some weirdo.
In light of all this, I managed to write a little last week. When I say, a little – I mean 300 words. But I’m still proud of myself for getting that done. It’s a step towards a final outcome and I took the time to nurture creative thoughts and feelings in a time when I just want to put my head in the sand and pretend all is right with my world.
I hope the rest of you are working away on your projects – no matter what else is going on. It’s good for you.
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wow, I’m sorry you’re having such a tough time. And the cost. That is outrageous. I hope something becomes clear for you soon.
It’s so hard to make choices about children and career. When my son was born I quit working, and it sliced our income almost in half. We were in the same situation. If I continued working, most of my check would go to daycare. Add in commuting costs, i.e. $4 a gallon gas, and work expenses like lunches and clothing, and we would be breaking even. We learned to live on less, and now I’ve started doing some freelance work from home. Sometimes I think I should go back to work full time so that we can keep up with the Jones, but then I remember it’s not worth it. Of course you have to make the decision that’s best for you and your family.
This decision is hard enough for you, what a pain to have to deal with concerns over the childcare provider.
Yeah, “I have nothing to hide” is an indication she does….creepy
Good luck with whatever you decide…
I am a stay at hom Mom to my two kids until they start school full time and I love it. I would welcome the opportunity to watch another child in my home during the day. Perhaps you could ask a friend that stays at home. She might be interested in the extra money. Take care
I hate that you’re dealing with this – I know how it feels. Corny as it sounds, things do often happen for a reason. Maybe you’ll end up following a differnt, and better, path. Good luck to you.
I feel you. I have been looking into some kind of preschool for my 2 1/2 yr old. Everything is so darn expensive its outrageous.
UGH that stinks. I was paying half my salary for E’s care- which is why I am home now with her. I hope you find someone soon.