Being in a long-distance relationship can be tough. Especially when one is in High school and the other has already graduated. For Aurora who is a senior here at South El Monte High School, and Luis who has already graduated. Staying connected can be a real struggle. But these two lovers don’t see a problem as they have a strong and healthy relationship. Love can still grow even while you’re miles apart.
Aurora Kelly and Luis Altamirano are a long-distance couple. Aurora Kelly is a senior here at South El Monte High School and Luis Altamirano is a high school graduate and is now a classified substitute teacher at a school district. Being in a long-distance relationship as a teenager can be really tough, but also rewarding. For example, Aurora is 17 and Luis is 18, and have been dating for over a year now, even though they live miles away from each other. They don’t find being in a long-distance relationship difficult because they’ve built a strong foundation of trust and communication.
“We both make time for each other and never try to leave each other hanging. We always talk and reassure each other, laughing and watching shows together.” Luis adds, “We miss each other but the comfort we bring playing games and watching shows fills the void of being without her.” This cute couple met through Aurora’s
brother, “Whom I live close to and I thought she was divine and wanted to get to know her more.” says Luis. Aurora also shares her first impression, “My first impression was that he was a very funny and happy person. He made me smile a lot.”
Aurora and Luis do see each other, but not as much as they wish they could. They take turns going to each other’s homes as much as possible. As they’ve spent more time together their impressions turned into something deeper. “What I love about Luis is that he’s always someone I can lean on when I feel the need to cry. He accepts it with open arms and lets me know it’s okay to be myself even if I am very sensitive.” Luis adds, “And what I love about her is how she motivates and
pushes me to stay confident in myself.” But with all this love, they admit they have fears regarding their relationship. “My biggest fear is that he will see me as something he doesn’t like and not love me anymore out of the blue.” Aurora also adds, “I can be pretty naggy and annoying but he likes that.” Luis added, “For me, my biggest fear is if our goals and aspirations won’t come true.” They both agree on some, and a lot of love can flourish despite the challenges of distance and different life stages. thing that they think maintains a healthy relationship. “I think never letting each other get mad. We’ve been frustrated but never mad. We have had arguments but we always know we aren’t mad and we love each other.” Luis chimes in and says, “Agreeing with her even if she’s wrong.” In the end, Aurora and Luis’ journey just shows that with dedication, support, and patience. Any form of relationship is possible.
