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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think that's the problem - the other stuff.  For instance, if this were our au pair, we'd have no issue with this - we'd think it was a great idea.  Because she is a great au pair and responsible, does not let her social life interfere with work, and is very respectful of what we think is best for our kids, we know that if she suggested this activity with a friend, it would be because she truly thinks it would be a fun experience for the kids and educational.  EVEN if it would also be fun for her to see a friend during the work day.  Nothing wrong with killing two birds with one stone.  But if this were, say, a prior au pair who we had lots of issues with (and eventually rematched) - I'd feel the same as you, because I'd know the au pair wasn't necessarily planning that activity with my children's best interests in mind.[/quote]

Thanks for understanding, PP.  I think you're right unfortunately, and this is indicative of our entire year - every week or two, there's a little issue that pops up that could go either way and I just have this nagging feeling that she's not thinking with the kids' best interests in mind.  How far in did you rematch?[/quote]

I can understand where you are both coming from. That being said, does her motivation really matter that much? She is still taking your son on an appropriate outing to something he will enjoy and someone who will be able to bring something to the table that your AP can't. So what if she enjoys the company of this friend. Now if your son had no interest whatsoever in such things and was being dragged along so she can spend time with her friend, that's something to take issue with. It doesn't seem like that is what's happening. I think people tend to do a better job if they enjoy what they're doing and who they're doing it with. [/quote]

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