Some may say that having a long distance friendship is hard because you miss out on the physical aspects of a relationship. I disagree with that statement. I am a firm believer in long distance relationships because my best friend lives over 400 miles away. I have learned that although the distance really sucks sometimes, my relationship with her is the greatest blessing and its truly special.

Living far away from someone you love is really hard to deal with. They aren't there to give you hugs or be your shoulder to cry on. However, because they are so far away... seeing them is so much more special. Running up and giving them a huge hug for the first time in months is the greatest feeling ever. The truth is, distance seems to bring some closer. You write snail mail, FaceTime, call, text, snapchat, etc. to your long distance friend more than others because you need to make up for the distance. Eventually, you talk to them more than you talk to those who live less than five minutes away and you feel as though they are with you always. For those who aren't blessed with a long distance relationship here are just a few of the many blessings that come with one.

1. There's always something to talk about.

When going long distance there is always something to talk about. Playing catch up with each other and hearing about all the events that happened since you last talked is always fun.

2. Seeing each other in person is time that you cherish.

When you have a long distance relationship you truly cherish the time that you have in person with each other. You make sure to use up every second of time with them and none of it goes wasted.

3. They can understand you from a single text.

Sometimes texts can be misunderstood because they lack emotion. However, in a long distance relationship you get to know each other so much, that you can understand exactly what is meant by a simple text. There's no hiding behind the classic "I'm fine." text because your long distance bestie will know the truth.

Here's to my long distance BFF thank you for being there for me and thank you for being such a blessing! T-13 days until we reunite :)