Dear Prudence: Absence and commitment fears in a long distance romance
A New Jersey woman seeks advice after a 13 month long distance relationship with a man in New England ends with a gentle split. He cites difficulty leaving his region and adapting to New Jersey while insisting he still loves her. She wonders if absence will renew affection or if commitment issues doom the relationship.
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Prudie weighs commitment fears and love timing in multiple Qs. A reader asks how to handle three little words and safe timing while another seeks guidance on meddling mothers and a long term live-in with an unwed partner. Prudie advises acting decisively—let him say I love you first, or end the relationship. set boundaries with a controlling mother. and insist on honest status for any live‑in arrangement.
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