Long Distance

[Kazooie]

So my boyfreind moved to a different state, but we're still together. So how can I make this long-distance relationship work best? We both really like each other and don't want to break up just because of distance.

[Skyhawk]

I recommend regularly video-chatting with him over Skype. :)

[DerBear]

So my boyfreind moved to a different state, but we're still together. So how can I make this long-distance relationship work best? We both really like each other and don't want to break up just because of distance.

It is hard but you are willing to commit to him then yes. I think the best way to go about it is to at least meet up a few times a year. I know this is hard but it keeps you in face to face contact for at least sometime through the year. You should also you make sure you talk every week because loosing contact for a week or so at a time is not good for any relationship.

I recommend regularly video-chatting with him over Skype. :)

Video chatting through Skype or MSN is always a good thing for long distance as it is the next best thing as face to face.

As long as you keep in regular contact with him and your both committed to make it work then I think you have a real good shot at making it work.

I wish you and your boyfriend the best of luck for the future.

[HackerExecute]

Because you 2 were together before, you definitely have a chance. Text each other all the time, video chat like the 2 posts above recommend, use mIRC to meet up regularly or AIM, Twitter, email, phone calls especially. Try your best to keep it live. Work or from time to time as your parents to go visit and ask him to do the same.
Long distance isn't all that bad as others make it to be. It builds a much stronger connection with the anticipation of finally seeing them after a while. One of you may have the urge to kiss someone else or something like that but try your best to overcome it. The base of what keeps a relationship alive is trust. Both of you will need to maintain that.

[Kazooie]

Thanks everyone, sorry for the long wait. :rolleyes: We're ~2956 miles apart, so flying down to see him or him flying up here isn't likely. :(

*But* this is the one month anniversary since the move, and we are still strong. :D

[FullyAlive]

Long distance with previously knowing each other can work well at least easier than not knowing each other. Your parents will be more comfortable with it and you know who you're talking too.

The key to staying together is Skype, making time for each other and trust. I personally don't think I'd be able to do it again. Its hard knowing they're there but not really there. I know they're far away but never seeing each other wouldn't exactly bode well for a relationship. Perhaps you could ask your parents maybe if you get a job and save up enough they'll pay the difference for a flight? Then if he does the same you could see each other twice a year? Not a lot but better than nothing.