Long distance relationships (LDR) are HARD. Maintaining one sounds romantic, but actually being in one requires love and proper time management. In honor of one of the best relationships ever — Pam and Jim — here's what long distance relationships are like as told by "The Office."
1. How the day before leaving feels like
Enjoying that one last day is so meaningful, but you dread your upcoming departure.
2. When you first say goodbye and try to hold it together
Getting in your car or boarding a plane can seem impossible if you're trying not to think about how it was the last time you're going to see that person for a while.
3. When it's only been a day apart but it feels like forever
4. When someone tells you things could be worse
Your circumstances are not always your choice
5. Trying to FaceTime or Skype but your S.O. is busy
Finding time to talk on the phone can be almost impossible with school, work, or the time difference getting in the way.
6. When people complain about not seeing their boyfriend or girlfriend for a day
Oh please. Try 2500 miles!
7. How it feels when you go out with friends and they mention your S.O.
You're having a good time, but something feels missing. It doesn't help to be reminded of them.
8. Suddenly seeing couples EVERYWHERE
Why does it feel like everyone in a relationship is rubbing it in my face right now?
9. When your S.O. posts a picture and you can't believe how attractive the person you're dating is
10. Feeling good for successfully managing your life apart and your relationship
This should be seen as an accomplishment!
11. When you're only a few days away from seeing your S.O.
The last few days can feel like an eternity. Can time move any faster?
12. When you think about how great it's going to feel being reunited
So close, almost there!
13. When you finally see your S.O.
14. Realizing how special your relationship is for handling long distance
You guys can handle anything!
