First thing ((((HUGS)))) to you, Lisa!
I agree that giving it a bit more time would be great. However, maybe if the both of you work on them together, it would help. That way, they would have your familiar face, voice and touch ... and they would know that you still love them, and are helping them! This might make it easier for them to make the adjustment to your co-worker as well. I know it will be time consuming for you to go over there, but maybe just a couple of visits?

Now.... I am very sad/jealous that sirrahbed will get to meet you in person and give you hugs! Waaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!!!!!

Kim