The Way It Shines (2202 hits)
Category: RomanceRating: 1.76 on 84 reviews (Rate this item) (V)
Submitted by Stin (View user info) at 2005-02-02 08:21:23 EST
The past week and a half have been unreal. When I woke up in my own, familiar bed this morning, reaching over to switch off the alarm, I had to pinch myself to remind me that the last twelve days have really happened. Only the light refracting through the stone on my left hand provides tangible evidence that I didn't just go to sleep and immerse myself in a beautiful dream. Every facet shines a different memory back to me, and each overwhelms me with the force of emotion it evokes.
When I stepped off the plane and saw you there, there was nothing I could have said that would have been enough. How can you say with one look that you feel as though you have come home, that the sun has burst through the clouds and what has been left 4000 miles away is no longer important? So I didn't even try. I staggered over to you, laden with the weight of my suitcase and exhaustion, and buried my head in your shoulder.
From that moment, I knew. I knew that it would be ok. Despite the nervous energy radiating from you, the touch of your hand on the nape of my neck was comforting and strong. The panic I'd felt on the plane evaporated, sucked away into the cool Virginia night. That first kiss was fire and ice and electricity, and I wanted for you to never let go, hold me in your arms for ever.
Lying in your bed with the warmth of your body pressed against me, I felt a peace I never knew existed. I saw Heaven, and it was reflecting in your eyes. You are the piece of the jigsaw I didn't realise was missing, the picture is now complete. Beside you, I have found my resting place.
I don't have the words to describe what you do to me. The power in your eyes, the warmth of your caress, the strength of your passion... They are all too strong to articulate. I am a better person for having experienced them, and I am fortunate enough to be able to continue to do so.
When I opened my eyes this morning, I looked for you. I reached out to find your body with my fingertips, and it took me a moment to remember where I was. I knew it would; before I even slept I knew that I would miss you when I woke. But I still wasn't prepared for the wave of emotion that washed over me, touched me somewhere deep inside and made me long for you.
The way that you see the colours of my soul excites me, scares me, exhilarates me. When I think of you, I think of the hours we spent talking, laughing, crying, making love... And I smile, safe in the knowledge that there are an eternity of those days waiting to be embraced and enjoyed.
And now I sit here in the office, back to the petty politics, just waiting to go home and dance the cautious, tentative dance with my parents where I never know which step will trigger the finale. The sooner the next four months pass, the sooner I am back in your arms, the sooner I can start building my life with you brick by brick, the better. This will be the house that love built, and the people who share it will make it their home.
User Reviews
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-12-10 18:30:07 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
It's fucking raspy enough.
Submitted by haikumikoo (user info) at 2008-12-10 18:19:05 EST (#)
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Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-12-10 15:16:19 PST (#)
Ranking: -2
Why oh why...???
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Blame Pen_Name for linking to it on another post.
In all seriousness, I'm disappointed in your voice. I imagined it to be more raspy and read your reviews in that context.
SHOW ME YOUR HOLE will never be the same...
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Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-12-10 18:16:19 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
Why oh why...???
Submitted by haikumikoo (user info) at 2008-12-10 18:14:13 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-12-10 15:13:32 PST (#)
Ranking: -2
So, I guess there was no "happily ever after" part here, after all.
I'LL BE TAKING BACK MY +2's.
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http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=4muBnu6CUA8&feature=related
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2008-12-10 18:13:32 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
So, I guess there was no "happily ever after" part here, after all.
I'LL BE TAKING BACK MY +2's.
Submitted by the_lone_stranger (user info) at 2005-03-03 01:33:04 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
You Don't Suck.
Submitted by causeican (user info) at 2005-02-24 17:10:42 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
YOU SUCK
Submitted by BrittInToledo (user info) at 2005-02-04 08:44:35 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Wish it would happen to me...
Submitted by Siren (user info) at 2005-02-03 02:22:29 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
This and SilvrWolf's explantion choked me up. Ok... wait for it... wait.. ok, now I'm tearing up.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2005-02-03 01:48:44 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
I accept full credit if it goes right, and let me take this opportunity to say, "It'll never work."
Now in case it goes horribly wrong I can still say, "I told you so." :P
Submitted by SilvrWolf (user info) at 2005-02-03 00:10:04 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Submitted by Stin
"I may have pushed a little hard during that kinky game the other night."
I'll never be the same... ever.
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GLALL: You know how much fun you had while we were in AC. Hell man, it was your first jailbreak! Anyhow, you know you loved that donkey and you also know how much he liked you. Don't forget all the tricks you taught him. Who knew they'll let an ass into strip clubs... you two behaved pretty well, too.
You know I'm good for the dough, man, and if you need any favors, let me know. I make things happen.
Submitted by Jo_of_the_golden_P (user info) at 2005-02-02 22:05:56 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
<3
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 20:10:17 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
GLALL, I promise I will not poison him with my cooking and will give him regular sex, although I can't promise to get your moolah out of him...
I may have pushed a little hard during that kinky game the other night.
:o/
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-02-02 19:14:07 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
In Texas...it's called a fucking APARTMENT!
Submitted by CookieLass (user info) at 2005-02-02 19:07:52 EST (#)
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Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:30:18 (#)
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All going to plan, I am defecting to the US permanently sometime around June. US Department of Homeland Security permitting.
Watch out Virginia, you don't know what's gonna hit you...
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And then watch out Texas! Stinny... you, me, Jeremy, Mike, Zoidberg and Andy and a shitload of chicken enchiladas and margaritas, drunk and stumbling around my flat... whatcha say?
BABY POO DRESS FOR ME!!!!!
Submitted by Istaros (user info) at 2005-02-02 19:05:06 EST (#)
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i hope you write letters
Submitted by Slypher (user info) at 2005-02-02 18:34:28 EST (#)
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Well isn't that ppprrreeeccciiiooouuussssssssssss?
Submitted by spedmonkey (user info) at 2005-02-02 17:08:07 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
I take it SlvrWolf's officially proposed, and you've accepted? If so, congrats to both of you. If not, congrats anyway, becuase it looks like it's only a matter of time.
Submitted by munkeypants (user info) at 2005-02-02 16:54:08 EST (#)
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Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:02:30 (#)
Ranking: 0
Hahaha
I see girls in terms of how much skinnier they are than me most of the time, if I'm honest, but hey :o)
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yeah, which is why i am always depressed.
Submitted by bob (user info) at 2005-02-02 15:56:57 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
Submitted by Davros (user info) at 2005-02-02 15:45:14 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Many congratulations.
I am so happy it all went well for you.
Would this be an appropriate point to remind you that I am a licenced and ordained minister.
We can discuss my fee in March.
-Dave
Submitted by JonnyX (user info) at 2005-02-02 15:27:30 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
awfully nice...
Submitted by SilvrWolf (user info) at 2005-02-02 15:11:26 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Blowjobs for no reason and flowers in the morning; got it.
wait...
Submitted by Yes (user info) at 2005-02-02 14:14:15 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
awesome. congo-rats and good luck. Stin - remember - the secret to a succeful union is morning blowjobs. SilvrWolf - remember - the secret to a succeful union is flowers for no reason.
Submitted by ruthless (user info) at 2005-02-02 13:36:18 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
So, so happy for you both!
I also am madly in love and engaged... it's wonderful, isn't it?
Submitted by thaumaturge (user info) at 2005-02-02 13:16:51 EST (#)
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Amazing. It turns the world a different shade.
Submitted by darko (user info) at 2005-02-02 13:07:55 EST (#)
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+2 for groundhog day!
Submitted by TigerLilly (user info) at 2005-02-02 12:57:47 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Very nice.
Submitted by GodLovesALittleLovin (user info) at 2005-02-02 12:40:15 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Promise to take good care of Silvrwolf. He's one of the coolest guys on this site, and he still owes me money for that trip to Atlantic city when I bought him a donkey so he could ride it down the street and throw oranges at strangers. I need him alive.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-02-02 12:08:21 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
You got yourself a good deal then, son.
Submitted by SilvrWolf (user info) at 2005-02-02 12:00:33 EST (#)
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About the local chick: Stin can bang her, too.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-02-02 12:00:11 EST (#)
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I find this kind of thing totally unbelievable so I am wishing you both the best.
I still have relatives in Virginia...brother-in-laws in both Richmond and Arlington. Ms. Shlongy is from Virginia. It's a quality state.
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 11:55:25 EST (#)
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Shlongy, you never cease to amaze me.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-02-02 11:51:57 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Fuck it. Love deserves a +2.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-02-02 11:51:03 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
From just corresponding online? Wow.
That is indeed, amazing.
Good luck, because you two kids are gonna need it.
What are you gonna do about the local chick you're banging?
Submitted by SilvrWolf (user info) at 2005-02-02 11:47:43 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Shlongy, Here the short version:
Stin and I were introduced by ETS. She and I talked for awhile online and on the phone. One day, she asked if I'd like her to come see me. The next thing I know, the expedia.com ticket confirmation was in my inbox. I was falling hardcore for her before she ever got here, but when she did finally come...
I tumbled over the edge of sanity that is love. She's insane for taking that kind of risk, too. At the risk of getting burned to hell by writing this: This hot little English brunette has stolen my heart. At almost 30, I've finally found someone I want to call my wife. I'm going to marry her and I'm going to spend the rest of my life satisfying her every desire. In this mission, I will not fail.
Submitted by Kakashi-Sensei (user info) at 2005-02-02 11:34:55 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Beautifully written.
Submitted by apollo88 (user info) at 2005-02-02 11:05:43 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Happy for you dude but man I wouldn't even think this shit never mind write about it and certainly not post it.
However.
We are all different and I know that you write this shit yet I read it.
Double however, I genuinely am happy for you.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:57:35 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
So tell me, how did this all happen? Shlongy is very curious.
Submitted by Spam (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:48:47 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Don't get a chance to log-on as much as I used to - and never have the time to post - but I'm still here lurking, and definately still up for Uberconuk. I trust you're still coming?
Really good to hear that everything went well - as I've said previously, I always prefer to read your happier posts - keep smiling.
Submitted by JMG114 (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:44:26 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
This is what it's all about.
Submitted by Shlongy (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:40:53 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
I told you I would be hard to resist.
Submitted by ihurtFeellings (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:39:08 EST (#)
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Guess you got me on that one. But your husband is still bangin' strippers. Probably right now. You should call him.
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:35:41 EST (#)
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I did, as it happens.
I'm English, fucktard. I use the language properly.
Submitted by ihurtFeellings (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:34:14 EST (#)
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If you are going to correct spelling, at least spell "capitalization" correctly.
Feeble emotionally blinded woman.
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:30:07 EST (#)
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SPAM! I thought you'd vanished off the face of the earth! How do you know that anyhow; have you been talking behind my back?
ihurtFeellings, you're a little bitter, aren't you. There, there.
You do know that the I should have capitalisation, the F should not, and "feelings" only has one L, right?
Submitted by Spam (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:25:54 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Silverwolf's version :-
I had sex.
It was good.
Submitted by ihurtFeellings (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:24:32 EST (#)
Ranking: -2
His version:
Damn, I'm still hung over from that bachelor party last night. Man that stripper gave goooood head. I wonder if she will notice the glidder that's still on me.. Man I'm nervous that she might catch me. Do I smell like perfume still? Shit I do. Be cover it with cologne. Now how am I going to keep her from meeting my other girlfriend? This will be tough. I hope that big ass fake ring I got her will keep her distracted for a while. As soon as she leaves I might break up with those other two girls...But I gotta call that stripper back.. I just love dubious women.
Don't fool yourself. He's still getting his.
Submitted by Pharathyse (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:06:57 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Congratulations!! *hug*
Once you're settled in you'll have to pay a visit to Kentucky. This place could use some turning upside down ;o)
Submitted by congo (user info) at 2005-02-02 10:00:28 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Unreal. It's like I'm reading my own biography. Right down to the diamond. Seriously.
Submitted by Caulaincourt (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:55:33 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
deux
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:55:27 EST (#)
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Submitted by Circe (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:26:05 (#)
Ranking: 2
Told you, you daft bint.
I am so happy for you... I know just how it feels.
Wedding is nine weeks away, woo yay me oh I think I'm going to just skip it and have a weekend in a hotel with him.
And a celebrant.
That'll work, right?
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I am happy for you too, lyn...even if you are mad at me.
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:42:51 EST (#)
Ranking: 0
Emotionally charged 22 year old ranting, as it happens :o)
*Mwah*
God, I really must be in a good mood.
Submitted by electrictoothsyndrome (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:42:42 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Right on, word to the mother, and power to the people that fuck her!
I am really happy for you guys. It's gonna be drunkened Billy Idol time come September! We'll all rock out with our rented black cocks out!
Submitted by hairycoo (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:40:43 EST (#)
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Emo... never bothered looking it up until now....
"Emotionally charged teen angst" - yep, sounds about right
Come child... *pats on forehead* you'll grow out of it soon enough.
Submitted by Circe (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:26:05 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Told you, you daft bint.
I am so happy for you... I know just how it feels.
Wedding is nine weeks away, woo yay me oh I think I'm going to just skip it and have a weekend in a hotel with him.
And a celebrant.
That'll work, right?
Submitted by Coyote (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:25:01 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Congrats!
Try to keep in mind that the south is a whole different country from the north.
Oh, and careful with those chopsticks, you wouldn't want to drop that shiny diamond into your fried rice!
Submitted by Pentameter (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:22:15 EST (#)
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I don't think you could have said it any better than you did. It IS awesome.
Congratulations!
Submitted by JohnGalt (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:18:48 EST (#)
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No Comment
Submitted by MickGinny (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:15:50 EST (#)
Ranking: 1
was that you in Vegas in 1984?
Submitted by lojope (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:14:06 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Oh, nevermind. I know who. Silly lojo.
Submitted by lojope (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:13:43 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
Stin, who is it?
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:11:14 EST (#)
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Probably Hairycoo, but you know what? For once, I don't give a shit about your incessant whinging about my "emo bullshit"; not even you can bring me down today.
Yes Dervel, you are correct. And that sounds like a film I'd be interested in seeing.
Submitted by Dervel (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:08:13 EST (#)
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"Who's afraid of the Virginia wolf" a film starring Liz Taylor.
Correct?
Submitted by hairycoo (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:07:20 EST (#)
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So we'll expect an equally vomit inducing post from him this afternoon then ?
brill
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 09:02:30 EST (#)
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Hahaha
I see girls in terms of how much skinnier they are than me most of the time, if I'm honest, but hey :o)
Thank you for your honesty though.
And for anyone who's confused about who the madman putting up with me is, try my last post for ideas.
Submitted by indoninja (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:58:46 EST (#)
Ranking: 2
I see girls in terms of "Jugginess", and guys in terms of "how tough is it going to be to bash him if he goes for the last beer in the fridge." I guess we are a tiny bit different.
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:51:13 EST (#)
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Hey, that's fine. Not everyone 'sees' people the same way. I see colour and images, when I deal with people. My mind works in analogies and imagary. Yours doesn't, and that's all good.
Submitted by indoninja (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:48:34 EST (#)
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This brought it from a 1 to a zero.
"The way that you see the colours of my soul excites me"
I am sorry maybe I am an asshole, maybe I am shallow, but I can't take something like that seriously. But I am happy for you.
Submitted by phuzzygish (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:44:47 EST (#)
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Love, it's a motherfucker. But when it works, when it all comes together; good God it's a beautiful thing. I may not know ya, but I still feel warm and squishy for you. Congratulations.
Submitted by DeathJester (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:44:40 EST (#)
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BLAST!
Congrats chick... All the best!
Submitted by GodChicken (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:42:26 EST (#)
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So when I'm in northern virginia in june, we're having a 3some?
YOU SAID IT WAS JUST ME!!
Submitted by lojope (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:42:16 EST (#)
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Love you.
Submitted by Fabit (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:40:30 EST (#)
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I can sympathise except mine only lives in wales. Should be grateful really!
Submitted by Dervel (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:40:26 EST (#)
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Awesome Christina, just awesome!
I'm very happy for you and whoever it is?
I'm also happy, nay excited, by all the new opportunities to get my hat you'll have.
4 months will seem like more of a drag than Mr Hibbert on a Saturday night but they'll soon pass.
Submitted by Merlina (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:33:51 EST (#)
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oh that's lovely, really cheered me.
Submitted by DeathJester (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:30:40 EST (#)
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Huh?! What did I miss?!
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:30:18 EST (#)
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All going to plan, I am defecting to the US permanently sometime around June. US Department of Homeland Security permitting.
Watch out Virginia, you don't know what's gonna hit you...
Submitted by Ainkara (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:30:11 EST (#)
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Oh! I love you!
Submitted by Soley_Trinity (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:29:29 EST (#)
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I'm so happy for you.
Submitted by Stin (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:28:57 EST (#)
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Thank you Method. That was beautiful.
Submitted by DonkeyOnTheEdge (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:28:30 EST (#)
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Good for you, kiddo. Plan on making the jump to the States permenatly?
Submitted by Method (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:27:30 EST (#)
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Be strong, I'm sure you and Habeeb will make it work.
Submitted by Durae (user info) at 2005-02-02 08:24:59 EST (#)
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Long distance relationship are hard. Congratulations.