Originally Posted by
Poetic_Partner
"...There is no better way to show her that I actually do care for her, than taking a two hour trip to see her when she needs support..."
Be careful here that you don't come to feel you're entitled to her affection. It can happen to the best of us, and can sneak up on you.
The heart does not (mostly) operate via a ledger sheet, nor should it. Keep in mind that any kindness and friendship you give has to be for the sake of doing what's right for a friend, not to get some good points.
I really don't think you're doing that, but something to be mindful of.
-PP