So I have posted about my b&a kid previously and I am aware that I have over stayed my welcome on the issue so thank you!

He is done end of June (as per my ending the agreement at the end of the school year) however I found another provider that can take him now (I would love to pass this responsibility on to someone else). The parents informed me that they wish to keep their son with me until the end of the school year as they don't want to send him to the other provider for the summer but think she is a viable option for Sept for b&a (they think he will get bored if he is with her for long periods of time and had concerns re: the size of her place and that the TV is used as part of her program). They understand the spot with the other provider could be lost and they are willing to risk that. Basically they said they want him to stay with me because he has had so many changes as of late (divorce, moved 2 x's, shared custody arrangement). I totally get that but I am disappointed as I thought I was going to be rid of him and could fill the spot with another kid, plus he is a lot of work. I find he takes the most redirection, attention and supervision (and I have 2 infants in my program!)

The mom suggested that I "subcontract" to this other provider to pick up and drop off at my house. Basically I don't know if she would go for this and it seems like a waste having to give a portion of my fee to someone else when I could get rid of him all together and have 100% of a full timer's fee. I don't know anymore. Part of me says suck it up, it is for 2 mos, they are a great family, they were your first family (and have and will give you a good reference) and I have their 3 y o as well so let's keep them happy. The other part of me says f$*% it, it is more work and my days would be so much better without the headache.

Am I being a pansy or a pushover? Should I just suck it up and stop thinking/talking about this or do something about it? I am just reminded that this family like any could up and leave me in a heart beat when it suits them so I hear your voices echoing in my mind to look out for what is best for me and my business.