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Thanks, everyone
For the input. I think the solution is to set my rate at $15/hr (since I think it's more like $10 and he's claiming $20).
posted by
Little_Girl_Blue
on October 16, 2009 at 9:58 AM
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It’s very admirable to not want overpayment. If you wish you could tell him your feelings. You could say that you do your job. You’re comfortable with payment at the normal rate. Google it and substantiate it for him. In any event, enjoy! It’s up to you but don’t push it further if he insists, love. BC-A, Bill’s RJLst
posted by
BC-A
on October 13, 2009 at 6:13 AM
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If he can afford it and doesn't mind; that peace of mind is a valuable thing. Perhaps he would be as uncomfortable paying you less as you are uncomfortable taking more....What I wouldn't have given back in the day for a GOOD sitter...they are such a rarity. Good for you and BUY THE PURSE!!!
posted by
Darson
on October 12, 2009 at 7:32 PM
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I think he is very pleased about the peace of mind and that is the best way for him to show it! You are on duty when you are on the couch! It is the responsibility and care and safety of the child that you provide and that is why he is generous! sam
posted by
sam444
on October 12, 2009 at 4:51 PM
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Little_Girl_Blue
When I was a kid, my mother provided free day care for several close friends of the family. Eight plus hours a day, five days a week. She never took a dime for it. Her reasoning was if she took money for it, it would become a job and eventually, everyone hates (or at least gets sick of) their job. Something happens when money exchanges hands. It can potentially taint the situation, stripping it of its purity, transforming it into business, a transaction. I fully understand your not wanting money for it, but you also have to consider where he's coming from. I get the impression that he's a man who settles his debts, that he doesn't want to take advantage of you, or ride for free. If you do a favor for him by babysitting, you're going to have to allow him to do a favor for you, soon. That's the only way to avoid the money thing.
posted by
Talion_
on October 12, 2009 at 4:36 PM
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