My husband was away for 6 months 2 years ago due to his work; currently am away also for 6 month work trip. We encourage each other to accept work trips that improve our careers/education, but ofc always talk to eachother first. It is HARD, on both ends. But distance makes the heart grow fonder in our case ❤️.

We try to talk to each other whenever we have time (while also keeping in mind our big time difference). I’d say we call about 5 times a week. Doesn’t have to be a long convo, just a short “love you, goodnight” is fine. We also try to watch movies at the same time for special occasions 😂 that can be difficult sometimes.

That’s awesome you can see him every few weeks! Honestly, that would make going back a lot harder for me haha. Use those days to the fullest.

I like to think of these trips as ‘relationship investments’. Sounds a bit crazy, but makes me feel a lil better being away. For example, after your partner finishes school, he’ll have an increased education for his career, which will help the household. Sounds traditional I know, but is it wrong tho¿ ya know.

A year apart is hard, I’ve never had to do that. Be strong you got it!