9 days baby!

Sissy J, in her comment on my last post (and infinite wisdom) brought up the fact that she returns from her college exodus to me in little old Connecticut in 9 DAYS!
Really, folks, I couldn't be happier, you see her going to school millions (okay, maybe not millions, but a lot) of miles away is just painful to me. It means I only get to see her for summer and random breaks throughout the school year. The rest of the time I have to get by with her phone calls and comments. This is all very nice but not sufficient, I NEED hugs, people.
You see, she's not just my sister but my sounding board, conscious and sanity. I want her to see if she likes the room rearranged. As my mother and I are no longer speaking I need her advice and hugs to deal with this strong emptiness and sorrow that won't seem to go away. I need her to hang out with the boy more, her approval is pretty much vital.
So, Sissy J, enjoy your last couple of days in your far away college and know that I'll be waiting when the plane touches down!
9 days and counting...