My dd also just graduated and will be heading out this fall. My son chose to go 800 miles away to college. My daughter has chosen one 1600 miles away!!! So I will not see her until Christmas! But I know she has chosen a great college for her and she will be just fine! Yes, I will miss her. But I tell myself that it will give me lots of time to quilt and read. And I will have one more place to travel occasionally (I love to travel when I have the money). Although with 2 kids in college I may not have much extra traveling funds! Be strong and we will all be here for you!