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[Anonymous]

So I’ve been working for a family (December 10th made it a year) I’ve been a nanny for 22 years and have never dealt with anything like this.. I do a lot even things that aren’t in my job description. Today was my last day for the year. I made sure I gifted the baby her Christmas gift I also gifted the parents some food stuff from my home country and a nice bottle of wine from there as well and also a card thanking them for a wonderful year. Though there has been some questionable things I always felt like it could be worse and just brush it off. Well today upon getting to work they gave me my year review verbally (We love you and we are happy with you) they did not mention a raise or anything else. At the end of the day I was expecting a bonus or maybe at least a Christmas card and I got nothing, just a hug wishing me merry Christmas and my pay. It was so strange to be treated that way all I could do was cry. I want to mention it but I just feel like it’s pointless. The dad said he had a bonus for me but he forgot to get it at the atm he also said “you got your pay that should be substantial enough” I didn’t know how to respond to that. Anyway just wanted to rant a bit. Merry Christmas everyone.

[Anonymous]

That’s awful! Find a better family.

[Anonymous]

I’d say something about feeling unappreciated. Even if you put it in a text or email. They were rude.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:That’s awful! Find a better family.

+1. Dad could have said the bonus would be a little late. Your pay is substantial enough in his opinion? What a jerk.

[Anonymous]

When he said "I forgot it at the ATM" I'd immediately have said, "I'm happy to read with Emma while you go get it!" and plopped down on the floor.

[Anonymous]

Maybe they are doing it in the New Year, calm down, and enjoy the holidays.

[Anonymous]

PP poster above. I just re-read the message about the ATM. Really sorry! That stinks.

[Anonymous]

I can imagine how awful and sad this made you feel. They don't deserve you and appreciate you either. It was so rude the dad told you that. I can't believe you didn't get Nothing.. no bonus or a gift present either for Christmas and look at you, the way you were with them. That's very unfair.

Finish your year and if I were you; I would find another Family in this coming year 2023. Do a favor to you and start looking for a new job. Good luck and Mery Christmas with your loves one.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:So I’ve been working for a family (December 10th made it a year) I’ve been a nanny for 22 years and have never dealt with anything like this.. I do a lot even things that aren’t in my job description. Today was my last day for the year. I made sure I gifted the baby her Christmas gift I also gifted the parents some food stuff from my home country and a nice bottle of wine from there as well and also a card thanking them for a wonderful year. Though there has been some questionable things I always felt like it could be worse and just brush it off. Well today upon getting to work they gave me my year review verbally (We love you and we are happy with you) they did not mention a raise or anything else. At the end of the day I was expecting a bonus or maybe at least a Christmas card and I got nothing, just a hug wishing me merry Christmas and my pay. It was so strange to be treated that way all I could do was cry. I want to mention it but I just feel like it’s pointless. The dad said he had a bonus for me but he forgot to get it at the atm he also said “you got your pay that should be substantial enough” I didn’t know how to respond to that. Anyway just wanted to rant a bit. Merry Christmas everyone.

You do not forget to give a bonus. He could he have written a check. OP. I don't know you but you will get a bonus from me before they come forth with a bonus..

You now know the kind of people you are working for. Find a new job and be happy. You can also tell the father that your you pay was not substantial. What a creep

[Anonymous]

I think if they are so happy w/you, then they could have shown you in a much better way.

Like you mentioned - perhaps a nice Christmas card.

Or a lovely personal gift.

I think it was rude that your Dad Boss mentioned he was “going to give you” a bonus……??!

No one on here would blame you if you started looking for another family to work for in the New Year OP.

[Anonymous]

Don't give gifts with the expectation of getting something in return. I will save you lots of heartache in the end.

[Anonymous]

New family. No jerks.

[Anonymous]

All those of you saying move on or find another family, saying “ do you give a Christmas bonus?” Doesn’t seem like something you can ask at an interview. There’s no way to know if a new family will drop the ball too. This is not a reason to leave if you are otherwise happy.

[Anonymous]

I’m sorry, that sucks! While i never expect anything from employers, I had the worse experience with a high profile fam that gave me a pair of fuzzy socks (i hate thick socks) and they sent me to get a bunch of gift cards for their friends… I didn’t care, I’d have prefer a greeting card saying hey thanks for what you do, merry Christmas. A month after, i quieted b/c i asked for mileage reimbursement and they thought it was included in the pay plan.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m sorry, that sucks! While i never expect anything from employers, I had the worse experience with a high profile fam that gave me a pair of fuzzy socks (i hate thick socks) and they sent me to get a bunch of gift cards for their friends… I didn’t care, I’d have prefer a greeting card saying hey thanks for what you do, merry Christmas. A month after, i quieted b/c i asked for mileage reimbursement and they thought it was included in the pay plan.

WTF?? Why are you running errands for them? That's not child care.

Get out. Fast.