Big Sissy

At bedtime, one summer evening, a storm raged outside:

rain pelted the windows

lightening flashed

thunder rolled

Momma tucked little Johnny into bed. She was about to turn off the light when, in a trembling voice, he said, "Mommy, will you stay here all night with me?"

The mother smiled, and said, "Oh honey, you know I can't do that. I have to sleep in Daddy's room tonight."

After a long silence, the little boy muttered, "The big sissy!"