Thank You everyone for your suggestions...all of which have been very helpful.
I have taken your ideas & written her a letter...which I am going to present tomorrow.She promised me a few days ago( when I gave her the bill) that she would pay in full on Friday.
My letter states that she will not be allowed any more day care services until she has paid in full & any out of pocket expenses be paid by her( as is in our contract that she signed)...& that further action will be taken in event she does not pay.
Of course, she has no idea that this is coming as I admit I have been too soft in the past.Think she will be quite shocked as she views me as the simple minded babysitter( a terminology that I personally hate!).I know she has no respect for my qualifications or experience but her days are truly numbered.My ultimate plan is to get my money & then next week...after school finishes...give her notice.New Year ,new start.
I will keep you informed...especiall y as my mistakes may be useful for someone else experiencing similar problems.
BIG thanks you for all your support.xoxo