spending time apart?
For more help and articles on coping with separation, particularly for couples in the armed forces, see the following links:
engaged?
Nicky and Sila Lee have also produced a course for engaged couples who are about to get married. Find out more about the marriage preparation course.
top tip
Try to set aside one night per week where just the two of you can spend some quality time together.
Time apart?
One way to keep the romance going for months is by writing often, posting little things, sending a funny postcard, the latest picture of the family, a silly pair of socks or a packet of their favourite biscuits. Anything that says 'I love you', particularly in their love language.