Coming from a successful long distance relationship, I understand how hard it can be! I just want to point out one thing -- don't let people who say long distance relationships don't usually work out, because honestly? Most relationships, period, don't work out. (There's a reason there's a saying about picking through a bunch of frogs to find your prince/ss). I'm glad you and your girlfriend were able to work through everything, maybe come up with a back up plan to avoid this in the future? Good luck!