Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder(people often feel more affectionate toward each other when they are apart)
Say, Peter. I haven't seen you with Lillian these days. Where has she been hiding out?
She's been traveling overseas for the past two months. To tell you the truth, I never thought I'd miss her so much.
They say that absence makes the heart grow fonder.
It's true in my case, anyway. I guess I was taking Lillian for granted. I didn't realize how much she means to me until she was gone.
I think most people react the same way. When two people are separated, they often feel more affectionate toward each other. Tell me. When is Lillian due back?
In a couple of weeks. I can hardly wait.
mean = （重大な）意味を持つ
be due = 〜する予定である