it may be about time you had a little friendly chat with emily2
begin by telling her how much you appreciate all she has done - but that it is ok for her to leave now - tell her you understand how difficult it must be for her to try and tiptoe around the house due to your small daughter being there and that now with her car problem it seems it may be easier if she is home so her mother doesn't have to drive over to get her
you can word it all to seem like you are thinking of her and if she says she is not sure about leaving you then you say well you would also actually like to spend some time alone with just you and your D
