Personally I know this situation oh too well, I've been involved with a guy who lived long distance and it sucked when we did loose contact simply because I really like him, so I think you should contact her if you seriously like her and she's worth the effort of a long distance relationship. I...
Yes, I'm very proud of you and I always knew you could do it. I say you go out and have a virgin dacquiri.! (or you could save yourself the $6.00 and make your own)