5 rules to making a long distance relationship last

1. Communicate in some way every day

2. Don't avoid the important questions

3.Consider yourself lucky

4. Find creative ways to bond

5. Know when to call it quits

Long distance relationships can often be just as fun, loving and difficult as traditional relationships.

There are always ups and downs, there are always good and bad times. There is an old saying that holds true for all couples who truly want to be together and who truly love each other, one I personally live by daily.

It goes like this:

"I don't love you because I need you
I need you because I love you."

Never mind money, possessions, the big home etc. All of these items can be lost in a heart beat. If you don't have love you don't have a reason to make it last.