Hello Janice, it's not easy at all, we too had loads of 'goodbye' parties but nothing prepares you for the big journey. I decided to stay strong the whole way through and I never cried once, I convinced myself I was in control and doing a grand job lol

Then the big day arrived and both our families insisted they were coming with us to the airport so that was that. Well I broke down at the airport didn't I and I felt so awful and for a second though I couldn't go through with it. But, of course, once we were on the plane I felt excited (and scared too!) but I couldn't help but feel how unhappy all our family were that we just left at the airport.

NO matter what, it's going to be difficult, just take one day at a time and keep your wits about you and stay strong minded - you will get through it all and once you are on the plane all you can focus on is the road ahead once you land.

I wish you luck