Despite it being 2016, and having every shred of common sense tell you it shouldn't matter, chances are, if you are in a long distance relationship and happen to be spending Valentine's Day weekend apart, you might feel a tinge of sadness.
And you're not alone either -- millions of couples in long-distance relationships will be separated for February 14th. That's a lot of conflicting feelings surrounding the day of love.
After learning about one PlentyOfFish couple's long-distance relationship (Kristen hails from New Jersey and Johnny from Pennsylvania), PlentyOfFish decided to bridge the gap by flying them both into Vancouver, British Columbia for an all-expenses paid romantic Valentine's Day getaway. What followed was a very sweet reunion, and a reminder that love is truly greater than distance.
But what about the millions of other long-distance couples who may be spending Valentine's Day apart this year? The Dating Experts at PlentyOfFish have you covered there too. Below are four simple tips to keep you feeling close to your partner this Valentine's Day, even if there are miles stretching in between:
Call Your Love First Thing: There's nothing quite like hearing the voice of your Valentine first thing in the morning to get your day started on the right foot. Even if you can't be together physically, you'd be surprised at how effective a few kind words over Skype or the phone can be.
Send A Letter - Or Email! Trust us when we say that everyone loves receiving a little written reminder that they matter. The days of the love letter aren't over, so even if you can't mail a letter in time, compose an email highlighting everything you love about your person, or even recap a special shared memory.
Plan A Reunion - So you can't spend Valentine's Day together...but you can definitely plan for the next time your paths will cross. This will both keep your spirits up, and give you something to look forward to. Blue skies ahead!
Try Not To Stress - Most importantly, whatever you do, don't put too much pressure on yourselves. Valentine's Day is just one day out of the year, and letting your partner know you care about them on the 364 other days is just as important. That's the most romantic thing of all.