Help! I need somebody!

Help, not just anybody,
Help, you know I need someone, Helllp!

No, I'm not just reciting the Beatles. I really could use your help...in any form, advice, etc.

For those of you who aren't familiar with my work arrangement, I work 50% of the time (Thurs., Fri. every other Wed.) and Christy works 60% (Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays). It works out really well for about 90% of the month, but every other Wednesday we have to figure things out. Last year was rough so we knew we had to figure out a better solution this year. Malkreet (my friend that I jobshare with) had a friend who just started a daycare and was taking part time kids and drop in so it worked out really well. She was someone Malkreet trusted so I knew she would be good, and she was willing to take Aubrey only 2 days a month, which most providers won't do. Yeah...well she got some new full time kids, and because of rules and for financial reasons, she can't take Aubrey as of October 1st. So the anxiety of figuring it out is back.

I know God has a plan with this whole situation, but I'm really stressed about it. I figured someone out there might be able to make a suggestion or know someone who might be in a similiar situation. So far, here are some options I think might work.

1. A Co-op. I could join up with another family and we could switch off some time. They could take Aubrey every other Wednesday and I could watch their kid(s) 2 other days during the month. This would give them time to make their own Dr. appts., hair appts., go shopping, etc. Plus the kids could get some play time.

2. Paying someone. I don't have a problem paying someone, but I don't know anyone who can do it. Maybe a college student, another stay at home mom, etc. I don't want just any old wierdo off the streets, this is my baby we're talking about! Maybe you guys know of someone trustworthy who would be interested. I figured someone who is really on a tight budget might be interested in an extra $150 a month to shop with for watching a baby 2 days a month.

3. Daycare. I don't have a problem with daycare, but a lot of the drop in or part time daycares only take kids older than 2. I've checked into all the parent nurseries (which are 1/2 day, but I thought one of her grandpas could pick her up after work), but they are 2 and older.

Really 2 days a month isn't that often, but that almost complicates the situation more. It's hard to find part time childcare.

Ahhh...the anxiety! Please pray for me and leave me any advice you might have. And while you're praying, my grandma is in the hospital :( She's not doing well. Please pray that she won't be in too much pain, that my grandpa will be strong, and that my dad and his brothers will find peace in knowing that God is in control.

It's been a rough couple of days.