Anyone have any advice please? It would be nice to hear some reassuring words!?

Hello! it's normal for you to feel this way. Normally, everyone would really miss their loved ones whenever the leave. But, I do believe that, "if there's a will, there's a way". We have lot of technologies these days. Use a webcam and have a video chat with him would be the best idea. Or just let him call you or send messages to you on any social networking websites. Wish you the best! Distance doesn't matter, all that matter is the closeness of hearts. Have a good journey! take care!