There are all kinds of reasons that people find themselves in long distance marriages – there are job opportunities that can’t be passed up, financial issues, kids who want to finish school in the same place, you name it.
No matter how good your reasons, though, it can’t be easy – and these 11 couples are sharing what it’s like for them.
11. There are too many goodbyes.
Hopefully they’ll find a way to change things soon.
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10. They’re doing what they have to do.
But they don’t have to like it.
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9. It might be time to change priorities.
A frank discussion would be a place to start.
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8. Oof.
I really felt that “again” in their statement.
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7. That’s looking on the bright side.
If only it happened more often, though.
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6. You both have to be committed.
But it doesn’t have to be a death sentence.
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5. This is just so sweet.
Also a bit sad, but bittersweet can be nice, too.
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4. It can inspire you go to the extra mile.
So take the wins where you can get them.
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3. There might be an adjustment period.
Hopefully it goes well.
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2. Some people won’t be able to manage it.
You have to know yourself.
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1. Sounds like an impasse.
And time for a serious conversation.
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This seems like it would be hard, so hopefully the rewards are worth it.
Have you done the long distance thing? Tell us in the comments what the biggest
