Today I was watching MTV's True Life "I'm in a long distance relationship." I found the episode dealing with stereotypical topics such as paranoia regarding cheating and trust. Obviously this is a common and reoccurring theme that all couples must deal with. However, long distance relationships are not for the sensitive or causal heart. They require a strong sense of self, strong moral fiber, and communication. The media seems to highlight the impending doom and rarely features how they could work. It's not because there's no drama, because there certainly are moments, but perhaps because it's not an ideal lifestyle. My personal advice, do not engage unless you are looking to become engaged one day.
The most ironic media portrayal has come from the movie "Going the Distance" (SPOILER ALERT). I thought it would be a fun movie that my fiancee and I could relate to and talk about. However, it made us depressed more than anything (such as guy drives girl to airport in silence) and then to end the story with guy living in Los Angeles and girl living in San Francisco, which is basically our situation that didn't provide us a happy ending. That was the depiction of a long distance relationship that spoke to me. As much as I hate it, it's true. Bravo, Drew Barrymore, you made me cry.
Any other long distance love stories out there?
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