1.10.2014

the bright side to long distance

long distance relationship, bright side, making long distance relationships easier
I think its safe to say that its not secret around here that I'm in a long distance relationship. But if you're new (welcome) or if you've been living under a rock or something: I'm in a long distance relationship. Sometimes it really sucks and I complain about it. I mean, who wouldn't, right? But in the spirit of staying positive I want to share with you some reasons that long distance relationships don't suck.
you appreciate each other a little more. I'm not saying that if you're together all the time you don't appreciate each other, don't get me wrong. But being away from each other eight months out of the year makes you realize how much someone means to you. It makes you cherish your time together and not take the little things for granted. Being in a long distance relationship ended up building such a strong foundation for my relationship with Handsome.

it keeps things interesting, exciting, and fun. Living away from your significant other means you get to travel a lot. Traveling is fun. I got to go all the way to Europe to visit my sexy hunk of a manfriend. And now I'm in Montana where its snowy and cold and you can't go outside without your nipples waking up to say hello. Even better, when you're together you always get to do something fun. When you're only together a few months a year you don't spend your time together sitting around doing nothing. Well, Handsome and I do but I feel like most people do fun stuff. We might go snowboarding tomorrow so that'll be interesting. Lastly, you have to be creative. Its hard to show someone you love them when you never see them, so you have to think of creative ways to express your love!

i don't have to shave my legs. Self explanatory.

the anticipation. Every time we say goodbye, I immediately start a countdown until the next time I'll see him again. Sometimes that sucks (when the countdown is at like 60 days) but once it gets close, it's so exciting to see that number start going down. We always have something to look forward to. Then, when that beautiful day is finally here, we have the sweetest reunions. I love airports. I love walking off the place and freaking out hoping I look okay. I love the butterflies I get in my stomach. I love turning the corner and seeing his handsome smiling face for the first time in months. I love the way kissing him for the first time in months feels. The thought of it makes me so excited to come back already again! Airports can also be the devil though because that's also where we say our goodbyes. Which I'm not looking forward to on Monday. But hey Brianna THIS IS SUPPOSED TO BE A POSITIVE POST. Sorry.

we get "me time." Some people that see their boyfriend every day only see their boyfriend every day. They neglect time with their friends, and they neglect time to focus on themselves. I am 100% totally completely one of those people. And I'm okay with that. But I know that I need to focus on school and myself, so sometimes its good I don't see him every day. I would literally skip class every day if he was here. Yolo.

Well, there you have it. Being away from the one you love sucks but sometimes its not that bad.

Don't forget to check out my new sponsorship options and my new design site!
Sparkle Out Loud Design, blog design, web design, branding
Bloglovin' Facebook Twitter Pinterest Image Map

29 comments:

  1. I completely agree with all these points. There are some great aspects to long distance.

    ReplyDelete
  2. LDR must be so hard , I'm really happy that you guys are managing it wisely <3

    ReplyDelete
  3. You're spot on with all of this. My husband (boyfriend at the time) went to basic for 5months and deployed to Iraq immediately after that for 15 months...it was a rough couple years! But it's very true that distance makes the heart grow fonder, and now I'm more aware of time and all our blessings!!

    ReplyDelete
  4. I couldn't have said it better myself. As someone who has been in a long distance relationship for 2 years now, it has been almost a blessing. We were able to find ourselves while still being together. We were able to have time to miss each other. And we always had something to look forward to. I actually think the distance brought us closer, maybe not physically but mentally and emotionally.

    ReplyDelete
  5. I am not in a long distance relationship but sometimes it feels that way. My husband travels A LOT for work therefore I am often alone on evenings. I must admit that at times I enjoy it when he is away. There is a lot me time and I can eat what and when I want! :)

    ReplyDelete
  6. "dont have to shave my legs--self explanatory" Literally dying laughing! Although I'm in a semi non long distance relationship (like an hour away) I still don't shave as much as I probably should! oops!

    ReplyDelete
  7. Having been in a long distance (international) relationship for three years and just going on our third month living together I can say it is quite hard to stay positive during the times your apart. But those airport pickups and butterflies of excitement are oh so worth it. Stay positive, and its always great not having to shave your legs :)

    ReplyDelete
  8. Cute post!! Also our texts last night.. #dying

    ReplyDelete
  9. i love how you admitted you are one of those people who neglects things when you can see your boyfriend everyday. i am the exact same way!

    ReplyDelete
  10. i think this is great! focus on the positives and the negatives dont seem so bad :) it's nice to actually miss someone once in awhile.

    ReplyDelete
  11. All great points, and encouraging to read through. Thank you :)

    ReplyDelete
  12. I waited for my husband while he was on his mission and it taught us both so much! :)

    ReplyDelete
  13. Yea, I live 50 miles or so from my sweetie and right now we only see each other 2 or 3 times a week. Sometimes one day a week. but absence makes the heart stronger. and plus we talk daily.

    come read this and let me know your thoughts http://pinkowl07.blogspot.com/2014/01/god-doesnt-give-you-things-he-knows-you.html

    ReplyDelete
  14. I actually want a long distance relationship. For me, they're better. And waiting for "someone" special is a different kind of fun!

    ReplyDelete
  15. I totally agree with all of this! My boyfriend and appreciate our time on the phone so much more now that we're over 2500 miles away. I can't wait to see him soon (:

    ReplyDelete
  16. LD relationships must be hard but i totally get the nonshaving legs thing. that also happens during marriage too becuase now, your husband is stuck with you; hairy legs and all! :D

    -kathy
    Vodka and Soda

    ReplyDelete
  17. I don't think I could have done the long distance thing a few years ago but now that I'm a bit older (and maybe a bit wiser. haha) I think I could be a champ like you...

    ReplyDelete
  18. Marcus and I did long dstance for a long time and then we got engaged and he moved here!! You guys can do it! Its worth it, i promise you :)

    ReplyDelete
  19. Its true, those are 5 things that are great about LDR. Being in one myself, there are good things and bad. Those bad days are really hard though. I'd rather have to shave my legs more often. We have to stay strong though!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Not shaving legs is a win and I love that you get to be more creative!

    xx Kelly
    Sparkles and Shoes

    ReplyDelete
  21. I'm in a long distance too, and it has actually been the best thing to ever happen to our relationship. We are more in love and grateful for each other than ever before. And the no shaving my legs thing rocks.

    If you ever need an LDR buddy I'm here for ya! ;)

    xx
    Lisa @ The Skinny on Health

    ReplyDelete
  22. Long distance relationships don't have to be bad. But for me personally, when I lived away from my fiance for 8 months we fought more in those 8 months than we have in our 8 months of marriage. But I love your above points. :) Good luck!

    http://whenthecowscomedancinghome.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  23. lol nipples waking up to say hello!! lol Oh my gosh, that got my giggling.
    My husband and I were in a long distance for a short time and it was hard, but also like you said that feeling after not seeing them for x amount of days were thrilling!

    ReplyDelete
  24. I'm all about not shaving my legs. I mean, Pete and I LIVE together and I only do when I damn well please. haha

    ReplyDelete
  25. This is so cute! I can definitely see the perks to a LDR, although I'm sure it still sucks a lot too! But its definitely great that you're keeping positive about it!

    ReplyDelete
  26. I seriously love this! I was in a LDR for several years a few years back and while it had it's challenges there were a lot of GREAT things about it too- most of which you mention above! I've even been kinda sorta talking to someone who is not in my same city right now and I was TRYING To think about the positives of an LDR and you've definitely helped me so thank you! :)

    ReplyDelete
  27. I'm in a long distance relationship too and THE SHAVING LEGS THING IS SO FREAKING TRUE. 100% the best perk hahaha.

    ReplyDelete
  28. I'm in a LDR as well and it does suck! I do appreciate the fact that I haven't shaved my legs in like 2 weeks since he left though :) Pain in the ass!

    ReplyDelete
  29. yeahhhh! I agree with all that you said. of course there are positive things about distance, people tend to look for what sucks...

    ReplyDelete