Do Long Distance Relationships Work?

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Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #256 on: January 18, 2006, 09:10 PM »

Quote from: AguNwoke on January 18, 2006, 05:39 PM
Hey, Ashbaby: want to be my lady no5?  Wink
Heck no!  Shocked  I'm someone's lady no.1!  Cheesy That would be degrading to myself to be a number five!!!  Roll Eyes

Quote from: AguNwoke on January 18, 2006, 05:41 PM
Just showing some possible pitfalls of a long distance relationship/relationships that's all! Cool
I think more of saying what some people in long distance relationships do. You're more of trying to say that they are impossible, which I don't think is true. The broth coagulates because of people like you.  Angry
AguNwoke (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #257 on: January 18, 2006, 09:15 PM »

Quote from: Ashbaby on January 18, 2006, 09:10 PM
I think more of saying what some people in long distance relationships do.
You're more of trying to say that they are impossible, which I don't think is true. The broth coagulates because of people like you. Angry

It's not my fault, true, long distance relationship is very hard work!

ah beg - na condition mek crayfish back bend o!  Wink
Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #258 on: January 18, 2006, 09:35 PM »

Quote from: AguNwoke on January 18, 2006, 09:15 PM
It's not my fault, true, long distance relationship is very hard work!
Well, that's true, then why get involved if you know yourself and that you can't possibly and obviously make a long distance relationship work? unless you don't know yourself.... Huh
AguNwoke (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #259 on: January 18, 2006, 09:40 PM »

Quote from: Ashbaby on January 18, 2006, 09:35 PM
Well, that's true, then why get involved if you know yourself and that you can't possibly and obviously make a long distance relationship work? - unless you don't know yourself.... ?

It never started out that way.
Thought I could make it work, tried my hardest.

Also, I don't like seeing my ladies sad, I find it hard to break up with them.  Cry
No bulls%$t - I'm being honest here.  Cry
Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #260 on: January 19, 2006, 01:57 AM »

Quote from: AguNwoke on January 18, 2006, 09:40 PM
It never started out that way.
Thought I could make it work, tried my hardest.

Also, I don't like seeing my ladies sad, I find it hard to break up with them. Cry
No bulls%$t - I'm being honest here. Cry
When you realize that you can't do it, the least painful time to let go is at that point of realization, otherwise, it'll become harder, and maybe almost impossible, and eventually, you'll also get very hurt, ur reputation will get ruined, among other more dynamic problems. And if anything, they'll even be more hurt if they find out that you've been playing them all along, yet you are genuine (I want to imagine) in your consultations with them. And then again, it's draining you financially. That's the last thing that you want. I think you deserve to live comfortably, and if bills, bills, bills are making you so worn out (as you have put across) it's probably not worth it.
mide2 (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #261 on: January 19, 2006, 11:11 AM »

Really, i've always tot LDR doesn't stand a chance but that went out the window when i found the love of my heart.
kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #262 on: January 19, 2006, 02:37 PM »

I was once in deep lovre with a girl but the distant between us keep the love apart.
It's a sad storey and one of these day i will publish it.
What title shall i give it
Z4M4eva (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #263 on: January 19, 2006, 02:54 PM »

Quote from: kallylove on January 19, 2006, 02:37 PM
What title shall i give it

The story of your sad relationship Sad
Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #264 on: January 19, 2006, 05:29 PM »

Quote from: kallylove on January 19, 2006, 02:37 PM
What title shall i give it
The Love Rift.  Sad
AguNwoke (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #265 on: January 19, 2006, 06:43 PM »

Quote from: Ashbaby on January 19, 2006, 01:57 AM
And then again, it's draining you financially. That's the last thing that you want. I think you deserve to live comfortably, and if bills, bills, bills are making you so worn out (as you have put across) it's probably not worth it.
Cheiiii,
Na true u talk o!
Ok - by next year I go try change  Embarrassed
Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #266 on: January 19, 2006, 11:04 PM »

All the best, aight!
AguNwoke (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #267 on: January 20, 2006, 12:05 AM »

Thanx Cheesy
sweetpea (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #268 on: January 20, 2006, 01:07 PM »

It always difficult to have someone far away from u.it takes devine intervention for things to be the same way they were when u were together.
kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #269 on: January 20, 2006, 01:40 PM »

Well.
I think I will go for "@ashbaby title"
Z4AM you sound so mean
Z4M4eva (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #270 on: January 20, 2006, 01:55 PM »

Quote from: kallylove on January 20, 2006, 01:40 PM
Well.
I think I will go for "@ashbaby title"
Z4AM you sound so mean

Hey man! How do I sound mean? Huh
kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #271 on: January 20, 2006, 04:48 PM »

 Roll Eyes I thought you will at least give me a nice "TITLE" Grin
Z4M4eva (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #272 on: January 20, 2006, 04:52 PM »

Quote from: kallylove on January 20, 2006, 04:48 PM
Roll Eyes I thought you will at least give me a nice "TITLE" Grin

Awww...don't worry Hun...but really you got to believe me...I had no intentions of sounding mean or summin...I didn't even know I sounded mean! man...hey I ain't like that! aiite? Smiley Hey please receive ma apology kisses! Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss Cheesy

kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #273 on: January 20, 2006, 04:53 PM »

I think a long distance has only one cure to make it stable.

And that is: "Communication"
Z4M4eva (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #274 on: January 20, 2006, 04:54 PM »

Quote from: kallylove on January 20, 2006, 04:53 PM
I think a long distance has only one cure to make it stable.

And that is: "Communication"

True that!...but hey have you recieved ma apology kisses? Tongue Kiss Cheesy
kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #275 on: January 20, 2006, 04:56 PM »

"It's nothing Ok?"


Me I'll a girl in mah househood to make mah chicks
kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #276 on: January 20, 2006, 04:58 PM »

Yeah!!!!!!!!

I've reveived it......... A sweet kisses Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss

Grin Grin Grin Grin
Z4M4eva (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #277 on: January 20, 2006, 04:59 PM »

Quote from: kallylove on January 20, 2006, 04:56 PM
"It's nothing Ok?"

Ok Smiley

Quote from: kallylove on January 20, 2006, 04:58 PM
Yeah!!!!!!!!

I've reveived it......... A sweet kisses Kiss Kiss Kiss Kiss

 Grin Grin Grin Grin

Aiite...glad to hear that!thnx Smiley Kiss Cheesy
Z4M4eva (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #278 on: January 20, 2006, 05:00 PM »

Yeah so Long Distance Relationship can work if there is lots of communication!
kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #279 on: January 20, 2006, 05:04 PM »

Yes thats what I said.
It makes them closer even if they are not seeing each other.

Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #280 on: January 21, 2006, 07:52 PM »

Yeah, that's true. Communication and honesty. I can communicate and not be saying what's actually happening, but what I think one needs to hear. That's kind of scary.
Ladylike (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #281 on: January 23, 2006, 10:21 AM »

Hello from a black girl in the US.  Cool They call me "Lady". I have enjoyed reading the Nairaland messages, so I became a member. I'm not sure if long distance relationships work, but I hope they do. I hear both sides of the issue, but I am especially curious for personal reasons.

I have met a man on the internet. He is a Nigerian man. He seems like the man God may have for me, but I still wonder if it will work for many reasons:
1) there are many warnings not to trust a Nigerian man, simply because he is Nigerian (which seems weird to me, b/c I know that anyone can be dishonest)...still i wonder if this should be a thing to watch for
2) because we are from different cultures and I have heard black women are not respected by the African man and his family after the relationship starts
3) Nigeria is a looooonnnngggg way from me, and I wonder what effect his cultural ideas of polygamy and female roles has on him

The main reasons I am even contemplating the relationship is because
1) he says he is a Christian and he acts God fearing (so far)
2) we seem to have many things in common from our conversation, we are even both twins (he has begun to call me and we e-mail and chat often)
3) he is direct, even about things that he could hide (like his feelings on marriage, family, money, etc.) and I think he appreciates my directness also.
4) he says he is educated and employed, so I feel he will not be intimidated by my education and we will be able to communicate on many levels, despite cultural differences.

This will be the first time that I have dated someone I met on the internet. This will also be the first time that I have dated anyone that is not a black American. However I have lived in other countries and with different cultures, so I'd like to think the cultural differences won't be too glaring or unacceptable.

Although no one can tell me my future, does anyone have any suggestions on how I might be able to tell if he is being truthful about his status of work, etc. in Nigeria?  Anyway, if Nigerian men do lie, how can I tell the difference than from when any other man lies? I am a trusting person, and I always ask for honesty from the beginning. I always give the warning (as I have to him) that if he makes me question his integrity I have no problem ending the relationship.

Can anyone relate to my situation and give me any positive advice about this? GreatPeter, and all the regulars of course I would appreciate your comments.  Grin

Thanks in advance.
 Kiss, Lady
shaddy (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #282 on: January 23, 2006, 12:18 PM »

Hi Ladylike,

just read what u posted.Not all Nigerian guys are not honest.Some african american people 2 are not honest as well.The only advise i can give you is to follow your heart some people met their guys/girls through d internet and it works out for them while some people don't like internet dating.you are the only person that will surely knw if the guy is honest , open minded and his trustworthy.Your relationship may work out very well and it may not.

To tell if he is truthful about his work and so on, i can't give an answer for that .its  you that must try and find that out through differnt ways to make sure he  is honest with UDon't just belief what he says .Try and Confirm it as well.
kallylove (m)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #283 on: January 23, 2006, 12:38 PM »

@shaddy Smiley
You did great. A good advice.
Ladylike (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #284 on: January 23, 2006, 06:17 PM »

Quote from: shaddy on January 23, 2006, 12:18 PM
Hi Ladylike,

just read what u posted.Not all Nigerian guys are not honest.Some african american people 2 are not honest as well.The only advise i can give you is to follow your heart some people met their guys/girls through d internet and it works out for them while some people don't like internet dating.you are the only person that will surely knw if the guy is honest , open minded and his trustworthy.Your relationship may work out very well and it may not.

To tell if he is truthful about his work and so on, i can't give an answer for that .its you that must try and find that out through differnt ways to make sure he is honest with UDon't just belief what he says .Try and Confirm it as well.

@Shaddy
thank you. he seems like a nice guy so i will give him a chance. perhaps i am hesistant becuase i ALREADY feel something for him and it seems a bit strange to me. i just wish it was easier to find out quickly what was real and what was not about him. if he was American i could find out very quickly through my resources, etc. Alas, he's from a whole different part of the world...so my patience must be my virtue. this can be good. well, look forward to my new place on NL, so cheers.
Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #285 on: January 23, 2006, 08:18 PM »

@Lady,
All the best! Time will tell. I hope your eyes will stay open to note any inconsistencies, even the slightest of them. If not, he might be....as you say, the man God intended for you. And if it is, then that's the best thing that could ever happen to you!
madam (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #286 on: January 24, 2006, 02:01 PM »

Well I guess it would work fine 4 some people... But i rather have my guy at arms reach.... I no like to waker too far 4 love
Ashbaby (f)
Re: Does Long Distance Relationship Work?
« #287 on: January 24, 2006, 05:39 PM »

Well, yeah. That's true...dependant on preference.
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