Why Must We Go Home?

We have never faced difficulties in taking Bryan home after our dinner at my PILs. It's a routine that after we change his diapers, he will take his nen-nen and then he will wave good-bye to his Ah Ma and Kong Kong, with a flying kiss added in.

Last night was a change. After his milk, Bryan got off the couch and ran around the house like a madman. Even when I pretended to leave without him, Bryan continued on his merry way - playing this and that. I'd then asked my maid to take all his toys into his room but no, he found the 2 Ikea stools highly amusing. This went on for 45 minutes before my FIL offered him a straw with an enpty cup, caught hold of him and strapped him into the carseat. Phew! What a struggle it was.

When we got home, Bryan usually obediently climbs up the stairs to the room. This time, he ran over to the coffee table where his crayons are, and started drawing on the art block. I tak boleh tahan already since it was past 10pm, so I took the crayons away from him and as expected, he sat down on the floor to wail. I ignored him and walked towards the stairs. He then quickly followed without a sound. Bryan promptly hit LaLa Land after just 15mins of rolling about in bed as opposed to his usual 45mins of settling time. Must had be all tired out LOL :)

I hope this does not repeat itself tonight. Perhaps it's only a phase. Anyone else who faces similar issues?