If it helps, I was not looking for any type of relationship knowing that I would be applying to schools abroad. Then boom, in walks the perfect man - smart as hell, funny, cute - the whole package. Funny part? He was set to leave for China for four months two months after we started considering dating. We both said, "what the hell" and gave it a go. Now, the grad school part is becoming tricky. He already has his acceptance overseas and I have yet to receive any word. It's frustrating, and yes...getting attached to someone you may have to let go hurts like hell. But all I can say is that sometimes it is worth it to just go for it. Whether it is a brief fling or it develops into something more...at least you got a chance!