We have been very blessed. The roommates say that having different groups of friends has helped keep their relationship strong. We have different personalities. Spending time apart during the day allows them to bond at night, talking about friends and activities. She's always there to listen.
Emotional support is very important.
Both McCuiston and Westmoreland acknowledge that it takes honesty and respect to stay with the same person for so long. You learn how to deal with conflict, but you also get to enjoy each other's company. The seniors had never met before arriving on campus their freshmen year. We just know how to laugh together. We always have a good time.