About

We were a long distance couple dating across the big Atlantic pond. Chris is originally from Plymouth, UK and Chelsea was born in Bellingham, WA. We were separated by an 8 hour time difference and a near 10 hour plane journey. Though we managed to make it work. Being a long distance couple is not an easy thing to do, and a quick Google search reveals shocking stats about the failures of long distance relationships – which many are quick to point out.

But those who know us best, know that we are not a statistic. That we made our relationship work against the odds, and against the horror stories. Chelsea works as a full time dog trainer, and Chris is a Digital Marketing Manager near the Lake District. In April 2016, Chelsea made the big move from the USA and we’re now living together – happily married – writing about expat life in the UK1

So, what is the point of this blog? Well, mainly its just a place for us to collect moments in our relationship. A little like Facebook, but more personal. Just a space where we can post the silly things that amuse us, the cute things, the memories, the future. But maybe also be a little bit of inspiration to other long distance couples out there, those that are put off by the statistics, or who don’t know if a LDR can work.

We want to prove it can, and we want as many people to share that feeling as possible. If you want to know a little more about us, explore the blog, or watch the video below (a little memento from Chelsea’s first trip to visit Chris in the relationship).