To feel anxious

[Sophisticatedsarcasm]

Just been on holiday, now staying at my FIL until we leave on Monday morning. DS who has ASD is staying with his grandad as him and DP are attending an event over the weekend so he decided he wanted to stay with his grandad. They have a very close relationship. DP has to come home as he has work for 3 days and then is driving back on Thursday night. I’m very anxious about him being here alone without me, his grandad is quite capable and DS seems fairly happy about arrangement but He has a habit of changing mind. I’m just worried he will have a meltdown when I’m not there to support him as he heavily relies on me and my mum more than anyone. I think it’s more me knowing I won’t see him till Saturday night so it’s making me all anxious. What’s more worrying is it’s over 170miles away so it not like I can just pop around to help him. Need some friendly calming advice to be told I’m not bu for missing my DS 😖

YANBU for missing your son.
YABU to think he won't be completely fine.
He is with his obviously loved DGF who I'm sure is able to keep him safe, and give him a very exciting and happy first time away from Mum overnight.
Most of my happiest childhood memories are of staying overnight at my DGPs.
I miss those times so much.
It doesn't mean I didn't need and love my Mum. It just means I had a wider circle of love and safe places to be. And amazing guardian's that gave me a wealth of inspiration to grow with.
Have a lovely bath. Start a new book. Cook something new. Make use of this time and know you are giving your DS an opportunity to experience a positive thing

How old is your DS?

They are probably trying to give you a bit of 'me-time' and as they have a good relationship with your child you should really try to just go with it. It can be very intense worrying all the time.

He is 10. It’s not like he’s been away from me before. He has with his dad but only 3 days at most. This is 6 days. I know I’m being silly but it’s my job to worry 😬