First, let me say that it has been ages since I logged on. I have been silently reading for the last couple of weeks and could not resist getting back in.... I've missed you guys
Well, as usual, I've got a problem! (I did a search to see if this topic has been discussed and I couldn't find it....)
Anyway, I have been dating this guy for a little over a year and I am DEEPLY in love with him

I have had lots of boyfriends before, but never anyone that I have connected with on this level. Well, he recently got a job offer out of state, and the job will be about a $30,000 increase. I have been just overcome with grief at the thought of losing him. I don't want to be selfish and have him miss this opportunity, but I don't want him to leave either. Well, last night, he said that it would be really easy for me to find a job there too, because the job market is so much better, and being in the education field, I could make so much more money. I want to go, but I don't know if it would be foolish to go without a ring. We have talked about getting married in the near future. If I do move, I will not live with him... I have to have my own place.
I've never seen a long-distance relationship work, so I'm confused about if I should stay or if I should go. We've had issues in the past (baby's mama), but I love this man beyond belief. What do you all think?