Need help with finding my ‘backbone’ :mad:

[mom-in-alberta]

Well, if they are gone, I would send an email and ask her to send you an email money transfer. I would word it just like Kangaroomama said; short, sweet and to the point.
I hope that things turn the corner (in a good way) for your family. Sending good wishes to you...
Also; I would begin to receive payment in advance. I never provide care unless paid in advance. Is it normal in your region?

[Mamma_Mia]

Is it normal in your region?

Yes it is...most of the providers I know (about 15) work this way too, and come to think of it when I was in daycare __?__ years ago my mother also did it like this.