Daycare Providers Survival Kit

Crayon - to remind you to color yours and the children's day bright and colorful

Candle - an extra one when you're burning yours at both ends

Rubber band - to remind you to be flexible

Bandaid - heal hurt feelings, yours and theirs

Eraser - to remind you everyone makes mistakes and they can be erased

Marbles - to replace the ones you've lost

Lifesavers candy - you may be the one to save the bright light in a child

Jewel - to remind you that you can be as valuable as a precious stone

Puzzle Piece - you are an important part of these children's lives

Paper clip - to hold it all together

Mounds Bar - to replace the "Mounds" of love you give your children

Shiny Penny - to remind you, that each will shine in their own special way

Ear Plugs - when you just can't take anymore

Starburst - to give you a "burst' of energy when you need it

Battery - to help you keep going, and going, and going

Mint - to reming you that you are worth a "mint' to your children's parents

Wiggly eyes - so you will have an extra pair in the back of your head

Almond Joy Bar - to remind you what "Joy" these children can give baci to you

Rope - for when you get to the end of yours

Nuts - to remind you it's OK to get a little "Nutty"

Tissues - to wipe away the tears ... yours and theirs

Hugs and Kisses - because lots should always be shared

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