Thanks for the quick replies. We received a call from sister, which made me feel a little better already. The airlines made some mistake and bumped her up to first class for her 14 hour flight. That made me feel even better, knowing that she'll be more comfortable. That is a good idea (Perna) to think of a project or hobby to help me adjust to the situation. I like to do a lot of artistic things and actually one of my Christmas gifts was a very nice fashion designing program, so I think that will keep me busy for now. I think the toughest part of her leaving is that feeling of instant loneliness. It's just that burst of change.