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[quote=Anonymous]When I started college I was dating a Marine. I was also running track at my school, so I had limited time to go visit him (he was stationed almost 700 miles away). He ended up deploying halfway through my freshman year and an additional 3 times after.

I had a normal student athlete life, basing my days around training. Having someone long distance made it easier for me to focus because I wasn't constantly trying to spend time with him, I often could not sit up late talking to him, and any time I spent with him was planned in advance and only occurred on the major breaks since I had to fly out. It definitely made it easier to keep my academics in order as well as my athletics. I had no desire to go out partying because I had bigger things going on. I still went out here and there, but I didn't get super drunk and bring home random guys.

I realize my experience is different from the typical college kid with the boyfriend at home, but it worked well for me. We were together for 6 years, he is still one of my best friends, and we are both marrying other people now. It was a very healthy and positive relationship and I am glad that I put the effort into it and learning to be happy and capable on my own while still having someone to feel connected to.

If your daughter is happy with her boyfriend, there is no reason why she shouldn't maintain the relationship. She will learn a lot about her values, moral code, and trust by experiencing a long distance relationship. I have never once felt like I missed out and am proud of the life that I lived while I was a student.[/quote]

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