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_Frazzie 50F

2/10/2008 4:22 am

I've heard it work..

Personally for me? Nope waste of time and energy.


grainofsalt
(Dean )
62M

2/10/2008 5:35 am

You're kidding yourself if you think it does.


grainofsalt
(Dean )
62M

2/10/2008 5:36 am

close distance dating is pretty tough too


3221245
(Art )
73M
350 posts
2/10/2008 7:06 am

Making sure both are secure in what God wants gives it the right commitment ,and that could result in a long term relationship. Once you get to know somebody you figure out the truth, and there will be consequences , maybe good and maybe bad. I would allow Gods grace to abound after that.


Dundeal
(William Watson)
67M
18097 posts
2/10/2008 8:33 am

well it worked for me, but i cannot speak for others, hahahaha, welcome to the land of blogs as well, cheers

May the Lord bless you and keep you


jil87 68F

2/10/2008 10:18 am

Hi Andrab,..Yes it can work,..I was in a relationship with someone who lived in two states away,..from the time I was 16 yrs. old til I was 27 yrs. old..Of course,a lot of that time we spent together..GBY Andrab..

Jesus is the TRUTH..the LIFE..and the WAY..


TrishAnne4 58F
40 posts
2/10/2008 12:18 pm

Haven't done it yet - but willing to give it a try. I'll let you know,
God bless
Tx


sonia1964 59F
1344 posts
2/11/2008 1:24 am

The world is much smaller than most people think. I have been fortunate to travel extensively due to my work, and found even with cultural differences most of us want the same.

We have also developed a culture of instant gratification that test our patience. That is however one of the fruits of the spirit that has been evading me.

It can work , if you are committed and willing to test your boundaries.

Hi there, just had to pop in to say hi.


greynurse2 67M

2/12/2008 3:02 am

Yep, i gotta agree with Frazz, i been doing these sites for the last 10 years and its still me myself and i.

You got to give 110 percent, unfortunatly i have not met anyone willing to go past 80 percent, so i gave up . . happy with my own company nowdays, just me and god . . mmmm a good combo

To gain is to lose


gracie_charie
(Charie Cajucom)
48F
1057 posts
2/12/2008 4:21 am

    Quoting Dundeal:
    well it worked for me, but i cannot speak for others, hahahaha, welcome to the land of blogs as well, cheers
yeah honey it worked for us

In life we must learn how to love, live with it and learn to let go.


Ibelieve1979
(lynne B)
62F
92 posts
2/12/2008 11:01 am

This question sounds familiar. Was there a similar blog recently?

Anyhow, I agree with those who said it takes 110% commitment.
Believe it or not, it has advantages in other ways. After dating long distance for 4 yrs., my ex and I got married. (So, 20 plus
yrs. together in all, not a bad match!)

We would send all kinds of little gifts (chocolate bars, poems etc.) through the mail. I did the traditional cookie baking (just because I love to bake and he was in a dorm w/o any home cooked food.) We'd send cassette (state of the art then) tapes w/conversations, music back and forth etc. etc. In other words, if there is a will there is a way, as my Dad used to say.

The up side, you cherish ALL of your time together. The being apart is extremely difficult, as those of you doing this may agree. It is an added bonus to visit another area and get to know new folks though!

I personally couldn't do it now because things are not the same as when I was much younger and only had myself to consider. I have a wonderful and loving Special Needs child whom needs a lot of time. I have family around me that need assistance. I couldn't possibly put the time and thought into long distance that I do now.

As someone on here said, "short distance dating is tough!" I agree.
Single parents are stretched to the max on time. It is a small miracle when I get the time to go out on a 2 hr. date, maybe every other week. So, maybe it depends on your circumstances (not just your ideas of this) too.

What do others think?

Sorry I wrote a book here- I had 2 long distance relationships (at very different times in my life) each for about 4 yrs. so I can relate.

-CL


jluvsme 56M

2/12/2008 10:03 pm

Dating someone online is fun and patience


CALY2000 54M
33 posts
2/14/2008 3:55 pm

From my own experience, some people lie about their identity. But in all, long distance dating could work just like any other if both involved are committed, honest and serious about it. Generaly, its not the distance that is the problem but the parties involved. If they are serious and honest about it, I don't see any reason why it should not work.


kimoffaith 58F
2 posts
2/17/2008 6:21 pm

With God involved anything is possible.


aussteen7 52F
5 posts
2/19/2008 4:33 am

Yes it can work, especially if God is in the picture all the way. I meet my husband via mutual friends who had meet on line. We communicated via emails then instant message and then two phone calls twice a day. To cut a long story short. My friend and I both married these two lovely american boys. Even though i moved to america for nearly six years. I loved it and knew that this is where God had sent me to be with him. My husband died from cancer. But on a positive note, my friend and her husband are still happily married. So yes i believe it can work..


heart2heart1961 62F
3 posts
2/19/2008 12:45 pm

Love covers a multitude of things and distance if both parties are committted will never be a barrier.


snowflake67 57F

2/20/2008 8:28 am

"I serve a God without limits." I love that!!


DESTINED1972 51F

10/28/2012 5:00 pm

I believe that long distance relationships that are called by God, can work, but it's up to the individuals to really want it to work, as God does not force his Will.


Stillagentleman 57M

12/16/2012 9:28 pm

I think it can work, if BOTH sides try, just like any relationship, both sides have to try AT THE SAME TIME. I think you can get to know someone over e-mail and phone calls and letters.


bohuspilt 64M

12/25/2012 11:41 pm

I have tried it for many years. It's not a good idea. But it can work if both parties are prepared live i n a constant state of "goodbuys.

Anyway, if you love someone itś worth it. But be prepared for feeling vere lonely when he/she just have left for home.

B


ARC407 63F

11/16/2013 3:59 am

Everything is possible when God has a purpose on it,also the main aspect is that both parties must be commited with the Holy Spirit.