What is a good way that your long distance relationship can work?

Move closer.

Barring that, create a regular schedule for chatting so you don't feel more distant than you already have to.

Use webcams to see each other over the internet. Send each other packages, it's a nice surprise once in a while.

They are tough, you have to hang in there until you can be closer together. And if it doesn't work out, well, that's not uncommon. Answer If you really love each other you hang on until you can be together again.