<p>We’re in California and my daughter left for NY! Not knowing a soul!!! I had no problem with that at all, but for some reason, my sister (dd’s aunt) had a major problem with it. </p>
<p>I told my sister that DD would be right back. Auntie had to deal with her own issues for her two sons: One left to Hawaii (we have family there) supposedly to study, and came right back after he ran out of money because he trashed his new truck, and Mom stopped paying rent. Second son stayed in town and was always at his university.</p>
<p>My daughter called and skyped more often than when she was at home! Also, because dd didn’t know anyone, she learned really fast how to get around in a new town initially without transportation, how to make friends, and how to survive on her own. The family, at xmas, immediately noted the maturity and changes in her. </p>
<p>Your mother may not be ready to let you go yet like my sister. It’s an issue for your mother so you need to show her how to skype-if she doesn’t know how- and to reassure her about why you need to follow your goals. Maybe your hs counselor or a trusted friend/relative can talk to your family?</p>