If you have been in a long-distance relationship, you know the feeling. You just saw your person; you said the goodbye or see you later. You feel partly sad, but partly peaceful. You just got to be with them you feel more complete. The memories of each other give you enough strength to carry on. The joy of just seeing them lasts for only a few days, maybe even hours. Then it hits you like a wall. The distance. You are no longer in the physical place. You miss their touch, their voice, their presence. Its ok. This is normal.

I am here to tell you it’s ok. Its grieving the presence of the one you love. That is relatable to everyone. Everyone misses someone that is no longer around. Good news that your person is alive and they love you. You will see them again.

Helpful tips to overcome the sadness:

-Have a plan or date when you will see them again

-Talk to someone about it

-Go outside, get some vitamin D. Walk or sit in the sunshine with a book or music

-Journal and pray. Let God know what is on your heart. He wants you to come to Him.

-Hangout with friends.

-Go to a place of peace and acceptance, for me that is the beach.

-If you want all the feels; listen to songs of love and loss.

-Go do something spontaneous.

-Write them handwritten letters.

It is ok to feel sad, mad, lost, or even frustrated. It is ok to feel feelings because we are human. However, we cannot wallow about uncontrollably. Acknowledge your feelings, know the distance, and feel everything. Distance is not permanent. Choose to love through your pain, your feelings. Love and commitment will win. Stay strong my friends. Stay strong.

-Mo and Mar