You know my Dad did that with his 3 oldest paid the ex child support and took the children back it was the best decision he ever made we were all grateful he could afford to do that .
That was so very well said , I also have been separated from my family for years .
We have actually gotten to the place where we never call , or e mail .
Maybe the OP should try and set aside time before her sister moves to say a decent good bye .