Has anyone here been in a long distance relationship before and what was it like?

I just wanted to know if who here has been in a long distance relationship before and what was it like, how did it compare to a "short distance" relationship, how long till y'all first met in person, and things like that.

Currently in one. It requires a lot of patience and trust. It just depends in your area of comfort. Honestly, my current relationship was unexpected and there's times where I have doubts but being with this person has taught me quite a few things and it made me develop mentally. I get the sense of doubt at times but keep the chin up. Regardless, this person has kept me pretty happy at most. Even though they cringe at my lovey-dovey shit, they know I love them no less. Everyone's experience will be different and there's no guarantee. Things may not work out at all but it's up to you to take chance. Meeting in person is undecided but they told me that they seek to leave their state after schooling and getting everything on track so if things go well, maybe there would be a happy ending. Currently nine months so far; a year in three months. Really, take the time to know the person. I already fucked up in the beginning of the relationship but things gone okay since besides personal matters. Just expect to have a lot of patience, trust, and feeling lonely.