Just be careful that it is really your gut that is talking and not your burned ego, lol. If the girl was good to care for then that part of the new arrangement would be fine. You would have so much leverage with this family the second time around. You now know them well enough to call their bluff and to be blunt with them saying you know I am flattered that you were so happy with my care for XXXX the first time around that you want to bring her back but I have to admit I am having reservations. While I loved XXXX and she did so well in my daycare there is a part of me that is still a little hurt about the way you suddenly pulled her and cut my income. I don't miss having to chase you down for my weekly payments,.......just spill it all out - then you will feel so much better because you know you have been wanting to say all this since September.

Then if you are willing to give it another try after that continue with the however.......and make your list of demands including payment up front - ie a week before it is due whatever you need.

They could turn out to be your most loyal family because they know what a difference you were making for their daughter. And then next time you take time off don't trust them - again they have proved they can't be trusted.