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Christmas is the only time of the year where everybody longs to be with his (or her) loved one. But not if you are in a long distance relationship. Not only that it is impossible, it is also impractical, especially if the world separates you half by distance and time.

So how to celebrate a meaningful Christmas (together)? 

There’s actually no way you can welcome Christmas together as a couple. But it is possible to celebrate Christmas despite the huge gap brought about by distance and time. The best way to do it is to give each other a meaningful call as each of you welcomes Christmas day. Not only that this is very romantic, this is also very challenging, knowing that almost all long distance couples  are basically connected with each other on the very moment that both of your are emotionally connected.

Giving each other update as to how you are celebrating Christmas with your respective families is another way of showing how badly you are missing his (or her) company. There is obviously a missing person somewhere in the table, but giving each other update during this most special moment can somehow alleviate the feeling of loneliness. In the end, other important persons in the family are present to complete the celebration.

Christmas does not have to be lonely for long distance couples. Creativity coupled with love for the missing someone is all what it takes to have a meaningful Christmas, despite the distance.

(Photo courtesy of **Angela-B**)