Originally Posted by Catherder:
Ugh, that is a bristly place to be, Limbo.... 
I love the fact that you may have your summers off to be with your kids only!!! I would be so jealous.... 
Maybe they will see that for you it would be a win-win and that the likelihood of you leaving them so quickly would be almost non-existent... 
Good luck. 
How does this sound (or does it sound totally desperate???) Opinions please:
Dear Potential Employer:
I am excited about the prospect of assisting your family. I wanted to let you know that my contract with my current family states I will give a 10 day notice if care is to be terminated for any reason. If you selected me to care for your family I would still be able to begin caring for your family on Feb. 22nd so long as I can give my current family notice by Thursday. Thank you again for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Me