I don't want to!

Last night was a little bit of a sappy night for little man. He went to bed on time for once, and upstairs in his room. I read him 2 books at his request. And he didn't want the TV on this time. Strange but ok. He had taken his pill already and was yawning. So after books, I kissed him good night and walked downstairs. For about 30 minutes, daddy and I could hear him pacing back and forth and stomping around. Finally he came down and said he was thirsty. So glass of water in hand he headed back upstairs. Then again we hear him pacing back and forth. And again he came downstairs.....crying. I asked him what was wrong and got the normal "I don't want to talk about it." Ok, now I'm out of bed. We sit on the stairs and he says "Promise not to tell." I said of course I won't (I know I'm breaking that promise right now and of course I told daddy.) He looked at me with these teary eyes that looked so sad and said "I just can't believe that I am growing up!" I was a little taken back by that. Quick think of something to say. "Honey, thats ok you are supposed to grow up so that you can learn to do new things,  and get more privileges in life." Then he said what every parent loves at this points (but would dread at 25 or more) "I just don't want to leave here. I want to stay with you and dad." "Oh baby, you aren't going anywhere for a long time. I promise you have at least 12 years before you I will want you to leave. AT least!" So he took my hand and brought me upstairs with him. I sat on the edge of his bed and got him to finally calm down. He finally fell asleep. As I was sitting there watching him, I STARTED TO CRY! My baby is growing up! And I only have 12 years before he will want to spread his wings and leave me......where is the time going? I love you so much little man. Sleep well.

Darn

ARGH! The sleeping in his own room is dying! He did so well last week. Unfortunately though, I think sleeping in the camper this weekend did it. So we keep trying. What I don't get is he's always telling us to treat him like a big kid! Why won't he stay put? Ok, I can understand it is hot, but that's why we have air and fans in his room. I understand that its upstairs, but we leave all the light son until he is asleep. Come on, Little Man, you wanted this! Ok, now that I am done whining, I digress. I want him to know that he is the bravest little man, that he is strong enough to conquer his fears, that he is smart enough to rule the world (although that would be a little scarey!) And how do I remind his dad to give him his pill EVERY morning? LOL