I'm curious about something.

First off, I should mention I'm NOT a sister, but I will be rushing DPhiE in September 2005. I was wondering, when it comes to Mother-Daughter, or father-daughter events, what is it someone does if their parents are too far away(such as from Newfoundland to Vancouver, 5046km), or not living? Do they go, and just have a good time with everyone else, or do they opt to not go?
Thanks!