CJ.
Keep your chin up. If you and your son have a strong bond and a close relationship, the miles separating you are not going to change that one bit. I know it won't be the same as having him close by, but you will be close in each other's hearts.

My son is only 12, but I know the day will come when he goes away to college and will meet some girl that he just cannot live without, it's all natural and part of growning up. I know I cannot keep him 12 forever and I don't want to, but I do try to spend as much time with him as humanly possible now.

He's my fishing partner and my best friend. Today, it's me doing the teaching and the listening. I hope and pray there will be a day when he's doing the teaching and listening.

CJ, keep the faith. I do hope all works out in wonderful ways for you, your son, and both of your families.

Jeff