Do you think an international long distance relationship could work? (103)
venusenvyCalgary, Alberta Canada27 Threads 20,003 PostsSure of course...
Boban1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHRERLEM2eE
Hey B that was brill, i love silly things like that..
In the same country, possibly, outside of the country, don't really think so. Too many obstacles to overcome. JMO 
Ladybee42: if both people are honest from the start and are actually attracted to each other in every way - then yes. dishonesty spells disaster and disappointment. you need courage, knowing the chances of failure and accepting them, you need the will to work for the relationship and patience while waiting for the precious moments also, to be prepared to do what ever is necessary to be together.
in short - possible but highly improbable - and i'm in one!
in short - possible but highly improbable - and i'm in one!
Yeah. What LB said.
It's doable and with the right person, it's absolutely worth the challenges, but there WILL be challenges and both partners have to be realistic about it and be willing to work through them together with patience, love, understanding and determination. If you're truly in love you'll overcome the obstacles.The upside to LDR's is that you don't exclude what may be the ultimate love of your life because of geographical challenges. The downside is that it's a heck of a lot tougher and requires a lot more strength, determination and sacrifice than dating someone across town.
I, too, am in an LDR and wouldn't recommend it for it's own sake. I'm in one not because I was looking for it or expecting it but because I knew the value of the lady I love and know without any doubt whatsoever that we're meant to be together and that no mater what it takes, we WILL be together.
morganm223: So true, and thats where it gets hard. Its easy to chat with someone or even travel. But the moving and becoming a citizen of another country is a lot harder. Is it worth it? Maybe?
of course its worth it!
only the 2 people in the relationship can decide if it will work, and what boundaries to set to help make it be succesfull.
never say never. you may slip on an opportunity to meet the partner who is perfect for you
Allegria46: (and if you have enough money to either, stay in the new Country on your own , or to get back home)
As long you dont rush into it and have it all worked out before..... sure it will work
As long you dont rush into it and have it all worked out before..... sure it will work
wise words
gardenhackle: Yeah. What LB said. It's doable and with the right person, it's absolutely worth the challenges, but there WILL be challenges and both partners have to be realistic about it and be willing to work through them together with patience, love, understanding and determination. If you're truly in love you'll overcome the obstacles.
The upside to LDR's is that you don't exclude what may be the ultimate love of your life because of geographical challenges. The downside is that it's a heck of a lot tougher and requires a lot more strength, determination and sacrifice than dating someone across town.
I, too, am in an LDR and wouldn't recommend it for it's own sake. I'm in one not because I was looking for it or expecting it but because I knew the value of the lady I love and know without any doubt whatsoever that we're meant to be together and that no mater what it takes, we WILL be together.
The upside to LDR's is that you don't exclude what may be the ultimate love of your life because of geographical challenges. The downside is that it's a heck of a lot tougher and requires a lot more strength, determination and sacrifice than dating someone across town.
I, too, am in an LDR and wouldn't recommend it for it's own sake. I'm in one not because I was looking for it or expecting it but because I knew the value of the lady I love and know without any doubt whatsoever that we're meant to be together and that no mater what it takes, we WILL be together.
lovely post and good luck with it all
Love is the strongest force in the universe...It conquers all...time, distance, obstacles. Then theres the old chesnut, wheres theres a will theres a way...I live in an ex-pat community where this IS the norm. If you dont think outside the box, you will never be free from it. 
morganm223: I am just curious to see what other people think. I am not in one but I am not opposed to them.
Would be difficult but yes, it could work if two people love each other enough
venusenvy: Love is the strongest force in the universe...It conquers all...time, distance, obstacles. Then theres the old chesnut, wheres theres a will theres a way...I live in an ex-pat community where this IS the norm. If you dont think outside the box, you will never be free from it.
so very true
I had one for almost 2 years, with a Norwegian. I met her through a friend in the UK and would never have planned such a relationship. we saw each other every 4-6 weeks, usually for long weekends or a week and spoke most days. Amazingly it worked. It wasn't the distance that killed it in the end but her commitment phobia that manifested itself at the last minute before I was going to move over there.
i have a friend back home in ireland who has been in a relationship with a girl from chicago for about 3 years now.. and neither of them have moved permanent, just daily contact and random trips back and forth between them on special occassions.
so yeah, it can work.. but you cant do it forever, something has to give eventually! and its probably gonna be your wallet!
so yeah, it can work.. but you cant do it forever, something has to give eventually! and its probably gonna be your wallet!
StillOfTheNight: Would be difficult but yes, it could work if two people love each other enough
I can attest to the fact that it can work. A year ago I was a retired American, living in Honduras. I was happy but not as happy as I could be if I was sharing my life with the right Lady.
I met that right Lady right here on CS and now call Cyprus my home. I am in love, I am Happy and would do it all over again.
Well it worked for me..my husband and i met here on 2007 and i moved down there in 2008 for 6 months both decided to moved back here to canada..we have been married nearly 2 years in october..but it aint easy..alot of thought and work put in it..but its worth every bit of it
kissmedeeply: Well it worked for me..my husband and i met here on 2007 and i moved down there in 2008 for 6 months both decided to moved back here to canada..we have been married nearly 2 years in october..but it aint easy..alot of thought and work put in it..but its worth every bit of it
forgot to say he lived in North carolinaI'm going to plead the 5th on this one
Becks72: In that case you buy one way ticket,from my personal experience i would advise you walk/swim to your beloved ones country and save the ticket for returning back home (or wherever)
morganm223: Do you think an international long distance relationship could work?
Obviously not
Yes i think a long distance relationship can work if the two people involved are really serious about each other.
oldfoxyguy: I can attest to the fact that it can work. A year ago I was a retired American, living in Honduras. I was happy but not as happy as I could be if I was sharing my life with the right Lady.
I met that right Lady right here on CS and now call Cyprus my home. I am in love, I am Happy and would do it all over again.
I met that right Lady right here on CS and now call Cyprus my home. I am in love, I am Happy and would do it all over again.
And you and your dear lady are living proof dear Foxy.
I'm hoping it can work cause I met a guy here and we've been chatting, calling, texting and skyping for all of 5 months now.. I've met his kids and his ex wife and we all seem to get along just great! We have not verbally committed to calling ourselves in a relationship yet as we are gonna meet in NY next week! He is from Las Vegas and I'm from Trinidad (Caribbean).. If all goes well, we will then have to decide what's next.. So ya, I'd say if the Universe / God agrees with us getting together.. and WE both want it bad enough, then it WILL happen!
Stay blessed all!! I'm on my way to the Big Apple!
Stay blessed all!! I'm on my way to the Big Apple!
oh btw Foxy.. I followed on here when you went to meet your Lady for the first time and you two gave me inspiration... I just want to say thank you and I wish you all the best with your new love!! oh.. and Congrats!! Its wonderful news to hear that you are there with her now!
uhhh, some girl from england wanted me so much. gave me present , it was the happiest day for her, but i came only to see beautiful country ,
Why???
maybe next camera
morganm223: I am just curious to see what other people think. I am not in one but I am not opposed to them.
Yes and No!
nicki_love: oh btw Foxy.. I followed on here when you went to meet your Lady for the first time and you two gave me inspiration... I just want to say thank you and I wish you all the best with your new love!! oh.. and Congrats!! Its wonderful news to hear that you are there with her now!
Nicki-love i wish you all the best with your relationship, and may it be the start of a happy wonderful life for you both.
No long distance relationship lasts if it stays long distance
englishelegance: Yes i think a long distance relationship can work if the two people involved are really serious about each other.
I think loving each other will not be all wich is needed..... the person who has moved needs a Job. ( well thats the first i would be searching for) so she/he has his/her own income again.
i belive nothing puts more strain on a relationship than shortage of own money and having to depend on the other one.
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