(((((BobbiJo))))) Cedar Falls! My mom's parents were from NE Iowa, it's been years since I've been there, but the names of the towns are familiar still. We flew into Waterloo when we'd go to visit. They lived in Fayette County, so it's in the same neck of the woods. I hope you have a great time!
As far as Dan goes, I'm thinking maybe you could tell him what you are going to do rather than ask his opinion. If he disagrees, he can say something. Tell him you will be moving the stuff out of the garage in three weeks. Tell him you are sending a box of clothes for the kids, and it will be up to him to take care of keeping them clean, replacing them, or whatever needs to be done at his house. Tell him that on his days you will expect the kids to be picked up between X and Y, tell him when you expect them to be dropped off. Take charge of the situation!
