My only DD has just left for uni and I dont know how to feel. It feels strange that I will know longer be a part of her day to day life, we are close and talk a lot. I know we can chat on the phone etc but I feel lost - I have a full time job, DH, friends and lots to keep me busy. I tried not to cry in front of her when we left her, all I wanted to do was pack her things up and bring her home, I have always encouraged her to be independent but this to me seems a step too far at 18. Its 3.00am in the morning and I cant sleep. I never thought I would feel like this my DH has taken it in his stride and is not really saying much. I want her to have the growing experience that uni will give her. I suppose it will take me time to adjust to an empty quiet home.