Before the Internet, the smallest inclination of a successful long distance relationship was a rarity. Back then, the hundreds or thousands of miles between two companions left gaping holes in their romantic pursuits, with their pairings ending just as quickly as they formed.

So, the thought of a long distance relationship separated by an oceans-length was almost nonexistent then. With no social media apps or services like WhatsApp, there was simply no way to forego a full-time relationship abroad.