I was explicitly not going to go near LDRs for a long time, and then I went and fell for an old friend who happens to live far away. I'm really glad we've had three whole months together before switching to LDR, but having had that time makes me think the next 6-12 months before we can see each other again will be tolerable. Knowing it's not forever (chances are he'll be back to stay for awhile, this time next year) helps a lot, in this case.