FRIENDS TO LOVERS TRANSITIONS

t the time they spent together, but he also felt sad being apart. Each day felt l

omforting routine. They shared funny stories and talked about their

ll, Shane noticed that Sarah looked a bi

e replied. "Work has been really

you need to talk about

," Sarah said, smiling again. "I

t remember to take care

He loved taking pictures of the city and sharing them onlin

special gift. He decided to make a photo book filled with pictures of their favorite memories to

lt excited as he wrapped it up and sent it to her. He included a not

is amazing!" she said during their video call. She flipped through the pag

something special," Sh

much!" Sarah said, her voice

were finding ways to stay connected. They made plans for Sarah's next visit,

rted to show. Sometimes they would go days without talking because of their busy sche

hane called Sarah. "Hey, can we t

?" she replied, sensi

I miss you, and sometimes it feels har

"I love you, but the distance is

to make this easier. Maybe we can set specific times to t

. "I want to make this work, and

e their relationship stronger. By the end of the conversation, Shane felt r

lar calls and even sent each other little gifts and letters. Each surpr

worth it. They were learning to deal with the distance together, an

ncluded even from afar. Shane loved receiving pictures of Sarah at work or out w

autiful scenery. He thought it would be a great place to take photos and sh

He spent hours walking around, taking pictures of everything he found beautiful. He

avorite photos and sent them to Sarah. "Look at

azing! I wish I could see it in person. Y

! I can't wait to show you all my

ing visit. They planned fun activities, like going to the beach and trying out

s. He wanted everything to be perfect. He cleaned his apartment, bought snacks

anticipation. When he saw Sarah walking through the terminal, he couldn't help but sm

wrapping her arms around h

ed, holding her tightly. It fel

ane had talked about. They laughed, took pictures, and made new memories. E

nted with shades of orange and pink, and it was the perfect backdrop for

mazing," Sarah said, leaning

ne replied. "I wish we cou

ime together was limited, but he wanted to make the most of it. He turned to Sarah

u mean the world to me too, Shane.

Shane felt hopeful, knowing that they were both committed to each other. They talked a

de. He was sad to see her go, but he was grateful for the time they had

side. But he also felt a sense of determination. He knew that their love was