Insight

I am the proud mother of a very smart little boy who wants to remain 4 forever. So do I! Who doesn't? The fact that he knows how good he has it? "Priceless!"
I am glad he is happy with who he is now. Sure, he's got big plans to live with me for the rest of his life. The thought of going away to college upsets him tremendously. I've told him he can commute. I'll remind him of this in 14 years.
He enjoys his very structured life. He enjoys being sheltered from scary things (Kung Fu Panda, for example). But he branches out. He doesn't fear playdates or sleepovers. He manages his chores. His dinner plate always goes on the counter without us asking. (When no one is around) he looks out for his little sister. He's looking forward to the kindergarten bus.
I like the little guy. He knows what's up.