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Posted on: 08/17/2005
Question
I've been in love with my girlfriend for about 9 months and I really do love her and she loves me back as well. We're really close and never get in arguments. Our relationship is always loving. We're together every time we can (a lot) and now shes moving to another country (far) because she is forced to because of her parents. She tells me she'll come back for me and says a lot of stuff that may sound crazy like, I'll always love you no and matter what I'll come back for you. But I really don't think she will. How can I wait? What do i do? I'm really confused and so is she.
Answer
This type of separation is difficult when you are feeling so in love. However, it sounds like the decision has been made that she will be moving to another country and you will both have to carry on with your lives separately. Of course it is very possible for you to stay in touch long distance and plan to see each other again. If the relationship is really going to stand the test of time and separation you will know. I would strongly suggest you both realize that you are too young and inexperienced to "wait" for each other, but need to meet other people and see what will happen over time. It will be difficult to get used to being without each other at first, but time has a way of helping people move on and appreciate the loving relationship you have had without letting it stop you from growing.