caz3007
12-03-2010, 05:10 PM
Had a bad week, been really difficult.
I should have looked after two after schoolies last night but they went to a friends. Their mum rang up later and asked if I could have them tonight, as she has to go and support a family member who is losing their partner to illness. I said yes no problem and I am friends with this family and looked after the children for a long time. I already decided that I wouldnt charge for tonight as I had been paid for yesterday and due to the circumstances etc.
Dad collected the children and handed me an envelope with £25 in, I handed it back, said no charge, but it was a really nice gesture. I just hope he tells the mum and doesnt spend it, not sure who instigated the gesture, but dont think it was the mums writing on the envelope.
I know this family appreciate all I do, never quibble about payments etc. It did choke me up though, and I know I am really really lucky.
I should have looked after two after schoolies last night but they went to a friends. Their mum rang up later and asked if I could have them tonight, as she has to go and support a family member who is losing their partner to illness. I said yes no problem and I am friends with this family and looked after the children for a long time. I already decided that I wouldnt charge for tonight as I had been paid for yesterday and due to the circumstances etc.
Dad collected the children and handed me an envelope with £25 in, I handed it back, said no charge, but it was a really nice gesture. I just hope he tells the mum and doesnt spend it, not sure who instigated the gesture, but dont think it was the mums writing on the envelope.
I know this family appreciate all I do, never quibble about payments etc. It did choke me up though, and I know I am really really lucky.