My letter to the parents

[Littledragon]

Here is the letter I ended up sending:

Dear Mom and Dad,
This letter is in regards to the half days that CHILD spends here with us. As previously discussed, it is imperative that he arrives no later than 12:30pm. We follow a consistent schedule throughout the day, and in a better attempt to keep the transitions seamless, his scheduled arrival for lunch would be in everyone's best interest.

I neglected to insist upon the 12:30 drop off at first, as it has been only the 3 of us but I am finding the late drop offs to be disruptive to our schedule and it is a happier and smoother environment when everyone knows what to expect next, as children thrive on consistency and routine.

I kindly ask that you drop CHILD off at 12:30, unfed, on his half days so he has a chance to settle in and play after lunch as the next meal time is not till four pm when he wakes from his nap. (Normally, our lunches are at noon but I have pushed them to 12:30 on half days as I realize DAD appreciates spending his mornings with his son. But having lunch any later is extremely disruptive to our day) It would make for a smoother transition for CHILD. The 12:30 drop off time is in effect immediately, and I appreciate your understanding.

Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns,

Me