I think it is really sad...

I used to babysit also and probably was judged more than I realized by things like that. I never had a big house or anything either but I was always good with the kids and my home was very kid-friendly. I mostly relied on recommendations from people who already knew me and knew that I was good with kids. There were very few kids that I watched whose parents were ont friends of mine or a mutual aquantaince.

I have been. I once owned a horse who I had almost 27 years. Major was 31 when I had to put him down. Anyway some People couldn't understand why I needed to work out at the stable,where Major was,boarded so much! I did to work off his board! I couldn't pay it other wise! So I was critized! By some woman I worked with who think they are better then everyone else! They would tell me I was wasting gasonline driving out their to work at the stable so much! They were so clueless and mean as the same time! I really dislike people like that!

Yes, this is sad. I think that the values of the world are upside down sometimes. Material possessions meaning more than the people. But the spirit of different people will live within us constantly and a kind and compassionate person can be very powerful and many people would realize this if they would only put life first as wealth is just a transient thing. What is more powerful than a person who others like to be with. Yes, I think we have all been judged this way from time to time. I remember once a person in a big Mercedes car who sped into a parking space that he could see that I was turning into in my more modest Ford car. He had a Mercedes you see. He owned the road.. As a Zen practitioner I aim to accept and not judge - to forgive, but some people make it very difficult. I guess the art of living is to accept that life is as it is, and all things hold a lesson, and we don't like all lessons and are often slow to learn. This way, even rude and judgemental people have something we can learn from. Sadness has also something to teach.. The difficulty is opening up to it and examining it closely.. _Derek

I can empathize with you as I have had a lot of people judging me without trying to know further. Many people judge by external appearances and never venture to analyze qualities or experience. It is very nice to hear that you enjoy what you do. This is very important for any profession or else we can never be at peace. I think it would help to ask people who are happy with your work to spread the good word. Recommendations can help one immensely. I am sure you will find greater success with each passing day. Wish you the very best in life. You are a very caring and nice person and I really pray that good things come your way, that you may get what you want and deserve.

It is definitely sad if people are judging you based on what you live in rather than the quality of care that you can give their children. I would much rather have my children in a place that is not as expensive as some houses I have seen if the quality of care is better, because that is really what is important, at least in my opinion. There is absolutely nothing that states that a poor person cannot give quality care. In fact, many people with a lot of money would not even consider being a daycare worker, because they do not need the money, and they cannot really expect someone of a similar financial status to do it, either.

I admire you having a long experience with children of all ages that wa something amazing. I think better not be sad because of those persons who judged you based on your financial status, for me they just jelous for the very interesting achievement that you have done. Just focus on what your doing and I know someday you can have all the best thing in life because taking care of children was not easy. Also the room was big and very good place for kids. Goodluck.

Yes, that is sad. People don't know what they might be missing. As others have said, if you had a big house and it looked like you had a lot of money, you might not want to babysit at all. The kind of house you have shouldn't matter at all, as long as you have a safe and friendly place for the kids. I have been judged and am now because I live in an area that isn't the best. It's a decent neighborhood though.

You do not need that snobby kind of clientele. You need real people who appreciate a kid friendly sitter who does more than park them in front of the tv. You need people to come in and visit with you and observe. If they truly want what is good for their children they will pay attention to the quality of the person over the location or style of the home.

It is so sad many people judge you this way. They dismiss you and then pick a person with a " Good looking ho,me" but does their child get better care? Maybe and maybe not! hang in there . Not everybody is This judgmental

yes, people these days seem to judge one another on how much money you make and the stuff you have. life is not about stuff, it is about experiences. my hubby's sister and her hubby are all about putting up appearances and meanwhile are in debt up to their eyeballs! it is so not worth it to do that. i would rather be poor.

hi lovingmybabies once again first response flew off, yes Iam 85 and tried to tell someone how to do something. they get this glassy look and blow me off. I know what they are thinking shes old and senile so what she says matters not.I have even heard some younger people say oh now I would never live to be 80 ,you will be senile. thats so stupid. If you are intelligent at fifty good chances you will be intelligent in your eighties as mental health goes along with physical health.use your brain and it will prosper into old age. its sad that people take it forgranted judging us like that.

What's a modular home? Do you mean run down outside? I know many who judge for inside, and outside of someones home even the neighbourhood. I don't think it defines the person either. I lived in the same house for 24 years, they are older homes and my parents never updated it. So some of the carpets and furniture is from 30 years ago. But we have animals and well its wear and tear also 4 kids have been raised in this house. Many just look at it and say its gross. One wall we started taking the wallpaper off about 9 years ago (yes no hurry to redorate) and the style in the 70s and 80s weren't always nice. I knew a girl I went to school with her house was a pig sty I mean now looking at it like a hoarders house. Her mom was an amasing lady nicest the house look like a disaster but it didn't change her as a person. I would if looking for a babysitter or daycare meet them, and sort of interview now if the house was unsafe then I can unstand that.

Here's a question for you. Do these people see YOU before they come into the house. Because this makes no sense to me. I have a feeling I know whats going on here. And I have a ton of experience with this sort of thing. They KNOW what your house looks like before they even step on the front steps. They saw the number. If they didn't want to leave the kid in a modular, and I don't know why I lived in one and they are spacious. They would have just turned around and left. They NEVER would have rang the bell or knocked. No, they waited until they saw YOU. That is my opinion. Something tells me these women didn't like it that you are young and pretty. Trust me, I am sure you are going to say no no that can't be it, you might want to, just to keep from looking egotistical but I know what I'm talking about. A plus b equals c in this case.

Hi friend, sad to hear about this, Some people will judge others wrongly in this way, don't feel a lot for this. Just do your work and get benefits from it.

It is sad that people are this way. I have been judged that way, but don't worry about it. They are the ones missing out.

I do think there are alot of people that do that. My house is old....but I have it fixed up cute. Yet some people do the same to me....and I think they are not worth the breath they take if they judge others based on something like that. Not everyone has all the same opportunities!

I have checked the photo and it looks nice. The room is tidy and safe for little kids. It's really sad when people prejudge us without even giving us the chance to prove who we are. Why would they expect a big house for someone who babysit. If you own a big house and you have money why would you prefer to work as babysitter then. So,I hope people will see the other side of you and not from what they saw outside your home.

I guess we really can't avoid it. There are just a people out there that are quick to judge. People don't realize that for little kids, it doesn't matter if you have a big or a small house. As long as it's fun for them, it's all that matters. And I would think that for parents, the number one requirement is for safety, and not size. It is sad.

I just looked at your picture and I'm thinking, what's wrong with that? It seems like a permament room since you do this on a regular basis, but I guess parents want their kids to have everything and are excessive and think the simpler side of life isn't enough. And I'm sure you take the kids outside to parks and the yard and all that stuff. I don't know, parent's are funny creatures at times

people should not judge that way. you don't worry you are doing a great job keep rocking god is with you