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writes:my girl and i have been in a serious relationship for over 8 months now, everything has been going wonderful, we love each other dearly.But, today I just got word that I got into Job Corps, wonderful opportunity. But the problem is that I leave on the 12th of May. And can be gone from 8 to 24 months.How can I possibly keep out relationship from falling apart during this time? I can come back every few weekends and holidays, but that's it. I might have a phone, but most likely not.I just dont want to loose her....thankszgeek Reply to this Question
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reader, anonymous, writes (29 April 2009): I don't know what the Job Corps is, but you'll be in a better situation than most armed forces servicemen and women, and many of them have successful relationships whilst remaining separated for long periods. At least you'll still be able to get together once in a while over this period so things are probably not as bad as you think.
Has it occurred to you that your girl might be feeling exactly the same way that you are, wondering how she can keep the relationship going whilst separated and wondering if you'll cheat on her while you're away? That's worth a thought you know!
If you both love each other as much as you say there's every chance of your relationship surviving. If it doesn't, it wasn't worth having anyway but if it does, yours will be a very strong relationship indeed. Try discussing your concerns with her. She may have some ideas of her own as to how to survive this and keep that spark going.
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