People subject themselves to all sorts of unnecessary torture. Long distance relationships are just another of those forms of torture. There are over 8 billion people on earth. So there is no logical reason to go and fall in love with someone who lives in a different time zone than you do. However, because we are such a mobile culture, with people traveling everywhere everyday, the chances of running into someone worth keeping in touch with are pretty high. All relationships require trust, but long distance relationships require an excessive amount. To venture into a something so permanent with a person that can't be seen or touched on a regular basis is a huge step to take. Before diving into the situation, sit down and be very honest with yourself. Are you a jealous person? Can you stand to be alone for long periods of time? Do you enjoy spending lots of time in airports? Are you financially prepared for a ridiculously high cell phone bill? If you answered "no" to more than two of the questions, then a long distance relationship probably just isn't for you. Save yourself the heartache and let the people you meet on vacation be fun for the moment. Find your soul mate when you get back home!
-Nikki C.
