It seems to be the norm now to change partners 2 or 3 times in a life time.

morddwyd skype your son not the same as being there,but at least you can help him mentaly

A Skype video chat bridges gaps, and it's surprising how much more involved you get on a video call. We do this once a year to nieces abroad, they open their presents during the call.

Skype to Skype calls are free, even for video

You could try this http://www.telediscount.co.uk/accessnumbers.php it's 1p a minute to an Australian landline,I've used it before.

morddwyd

You have my sympathies as I think I know exactly how you might be feeling. My remaining relatives live in Australia and as I am the baby of the family at 67 both are often suffering from one or two problems associated with their age. My brother had major heart surgery last year and my sister had both breasts removed and I felt helpless here as I had health problems of my own to resolve. When I return East later this year I will very quickly be making a beeline for OZ even although I know I will be 10 hours on a bus when I do get there. Phone calls are all well and can help but it is still not being there and being able to give him that important cuddle.