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13 Things I've Learned About Long Distance Friendships In My Three Years Of Having One

I've never really had a long-distance bestie before, but I've definitely learned a lot about them.

Lauren McCally

Jun 17, 2020

University of Kentucky

13 Things I've Learned About Long Distance Friendships In My Three Years Of Having One

Lauren McCally

Friends are one of the greatest things in life, aren't they? Sometimes growing up means leaving things and people behind, and sometimes it means just the opposite. Sometimes it means just doing long distance for a while.

Maybe it's moving away for school, or a job or just life brings you in different directions. Even with all of the ability we have today as far as talking to and keeping in contact with people, it doesn't mean you miss your friends any less.

I've never really had a long-distance bestie before, but I've definitely learned a lot about them and what it means to be one in the last few years.

Anyone can do it.

And I literally mean ANYONE.

You communicate by sending screenshots (or tagging) each other memes/ gifs

Let's be honest, texting can be exhausting sometimes, and trying to stay in touch online isn't something that everyone is good at, so sending a picture of gif lets your BFF know you're thinking about them without saying it.

You may only see each other once or twice a year, but it feels like you haven't missed a day.

I used to see her almost every day at school. But, the main thing I've realized is I'd still love her whether she lived next door or on the moon, because the second we're back together it's like nothing has changed.

You're there for each other no matter the time of day or what is going on in your own life.

You MAKE time for that person because they're special to you.

You may not talk as much as you used to.

When you were together (or at least in the same state), you prob saw each other every single day, multiple times a day and talked constantly.

It becomes easier to detect her (his) mood through text.

How to appreciate every second, minute, and hour you do have together

I mean every single second. You can't lose precious time, you only have so much together!

You might forget that they (or you) have moved away.

And it gets a bit awkward when you call them up to hangout, only to realize the distance.

Time flies far too fast

You feel like you have only just arrived to realize its time to go.

You still have a few of your weird rituals.

Olive Garden lunch and buying tons of gummy worms/bears.

You Facetime or video chat a lot

You prob have some convos like this

Really its just so you can keep in touch and constantly be talking or communicating with each other.

You're forever besties no matter the distance

You can count on each other.

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13 Things I've Learned About Long Distance Friendships In My Three Years Of Having One

I've never really had a long-distance bestie before, but I've definitely learned a lot about them.

Anyone can do it.

You communicate by sending screenshots (or tagging) each other memes/ gifs

You may only see each other once or twice a year, but it feels like you haven't missed a day.

You're there for each other no matter the time of day or what is going on in your own life.​

You may not talk as much as you used to.

It becomes easier to detect her (his) mood through text.

How to appreciate every second, minute, and hour you do have together

You might forget that they (or you) have moved away.

Time flies far too fast

You still have a few of your weird rituals.

You Facetime or video chat a lot

You prob have some convos like this

You're forever besties no matter the distance

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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