When your daughter moves away with the grandkids: how i'm learning to cope

When my daughter told me that her and her husband Dane were moving, taking the kids with her (Of course) I smiled on the outside but cried on the inside. It's a bittersweet moment. You're proud of her for taking on a new chapter, but your heart aches at the distance growing between you and the little ones who brought your world so much joy. If you're going through something similar, I want to know, you're not alone. 
Here is what I'm doing to cope.
1. Let yourself grieve
Yes, it's okay to be sad. I gave myself permission to cry, feel, and even be a little angry. Moving forward doesn't mean forgetting how much it hurts.
2. Stay Connected
Thank goodness for facetime, zoom, and good old fashioned phone calls. I plan on sending postcards and writing letters. 
I plan on going to visit in the spring of 2026. It's something for me to look forward too. If anyone has any advice, I sure would love to hear it.