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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My only child will be leaving for college in just over a month and it is breaking my heart at the thought of him not being around day to day. The older he’s gotten the more I actually enjoy him as a person so it feels like a huge loss. I know this is a normal part of life and part of important growth into an adult but emotionally knowing that the concentrated time I have with him is coming to an end makes me very sad. He has been to sleep away camps in the past where I didn’t have contact with him for weeks, but I knew I would get him back after that. I know he will likely still text me most days, and we will talk on the phone, but I will miss the day to day incidental experiences and conversations. For those of you who have gone through this, how hard is the separation really? Am I working myself up over something that won’t be as hard as I think it will be? Any words of comfort greatly appreciate it! [/quote]

Make this about him and not you. It makes it a lot easier. [/quote]

This is the best advice. Hopefully your child will be really happy and excited. Doesn't mean they don't love you ... just that they are ready for the next step. Try to take your cues from him and know that you did a good job. Hang in there! 
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