Internet romance: Yes or No?

United States
November 10, 2006 11:39pm CST
And why? I say "yes" and "no". I never meant to do it, but I ended up with a couple internet romances. The first one--no. The second one--well, I married him. I would say this--meet early in the relationship, in a SAFE way.
49 responses
@alienstar (5142)
• India
13 Nov 06
He...i completely agree with you.Friendship is nothing but knowing each other better and getting involved in one others sadness and happiness.....so, as you said internet romance may work out for some and maynot for others.It all depends, on what kind of people they meet and how much they understood each others ..isn't it? don't you think...i think, you will agree with me...lolz...you have to....waiting for your response now
• United States
13 Nov 06
Well, AlienStar, I am definitely falling in love with you. But you know I am a woman and married and in the United States, so I think we are ok. If I find out you are a man, I will be mad. I am trying to make sure I always respond to you. I know you love it. :D
• United States
13 Nov 06
Yes, your views are right. myLot is messing with me now, though. I cannot see many pictures. Hmm.
@alienstar (5142)
• India
13 Nov 06
lolz.....so, i am already excited....anyway's what about my views.......is it right?
@anyabelle (163)
• Philippines
13 Nov 06
Hehehe, I've asked this question before and I sure wasn't as lucky as getting more responses like you are having right now, lol. Okay, I'm gonna state my problem here once again... I used to be a real big advocate when it comes to being against relationships formed using the internet/online. Consider the distance and non-physical aspect of it. However, just recently, I fell in love with this guy who I've been talking for like two years already. (By the way, the guy doesn't feel the same way towards me. He actually restated the reasons why this kind of relationship was impossible because of, again, the non-physicality and distance) Oh, off-topic, you know what, based on your pic, you do resemble a lot like Erica Durance from Smallville... :D
• Philippines
13 Nov 06
Hahaha, see? You do resemble her, weeeeh!!! And funny, because chicky-poo, something Lois Lane would probably say too (that's the character of Erica in Smallville :D). Hyeah... I was actually considering going to his place and surprise him. But... sheesh, how desperate can that get huh? *foreheadslap* Oh well, I'll just set for local at this point. I'm considering travel of course as to broaden my horizons, hehehe. I'm too tall for these men, hence the desperation :D Hope that problem with the picture thingie will be resolved soon. Works for me by the way, but yeah maybe it's the weather, not sure though *shrugs* Just tell AlienStar we had a serious girl-to-girl talk :D Thanks for the comfort there hun :) Wish me luck on my love life, hehehe.
• United States
13 Nov 06
AlienStar will tell you that I respond to everyone, but I'm not so sure I do. But, ok, Dr. LoveStar is in the house. Tis funny about this question. I forgot I had asked it, and then someone resurrected it today. Here's the skinny for you, chicky-poo. There ain't no romance if one of the players ain't playin'. Of course, my dh talked me into it. But, in general, I don't advocate that. Especially with men. If they say they aren't gonna do it, trying to get them to leads to a mess of heartbreak. You are both right. You need a physical connection and you need to be close enough for one! I tried to call it off with my dh and said "You aren't moving and I am not moving" and he said "I'll move." Well, that changed things. One of you needs to be willing to move. I'm sorry it isn't working out for you with this dude. I do not know this Erica Durance person. I have never really watched Smallville. I will have to go see. I am having pic problems on this site, though. Otherwise perhaps I would post more pics. Don't know if it is just myLot or myInternet or maybe the storm raging outside my window. It is stormy here at 2:03 am. I'm not in love with any pics of me right now b/c I still have too much baby weight for my liking. My baby likes it though--he finds it comfortable to lay on me. Wow, this is a long response you are getting. AlienStar will be jealous.
• United States
13 Nov 06
Wow, thanks on Erica Durance. http://img105.exs.cx/img105/558/5b-EricaDurance4_05.jpg. I do sorta look like her. Or rather she like me b/c I am probably way older. We have similar hair color and eyebrows. I do not have her teeth or abs, unfortunately. :)
• United States
13 Nov 06
I would say they could be good or bad depending on the honetly level of the people involved. If they are being truly honest I think it can be a wonderful way for two people to get to know each other without all the problems a physical relationship brings. But at the same time it can be an easy way for people to lie and NOT be themslves as well. So how long did you and DH talk on the computer before meeting? That is so neat!!
• United States
13 Nov 06
That is a good point. We met online in the beginning of April and we met in person on May 27, 2000. So, it was almost 2 months before we met.
• United States
13 Nov 06
Thanks! I'm glad it worked out for us, too. :) We are pioneers. Heh heh.
• United States
13 Nov 06
I think that was wise you gave it a little bit of time to feel things out before meeting. Very wise! And so glad it worked out for you guys....how romantic!!
@alienstar (5142)
• India
13 Nov 06
Tery, how much you earned today....you seem to be zooming at extra pace answering eveyone promptly in fast time.....if you made extra cash, pass it on to me...lolz
• United States
13 Nov 06
LOL. I will not know for a couple hours. I have not answered anyone to up my points in hours, though. Just playing to the lovelorn here on this discussion. You have fallen for me for all my money, huh? Good thing we will not meet. You would be disappointed. :) We will see if this answering does anything to my money. Know that i have sat on my butt all day doing this and it is 2:44 am and I should be asleep next to me sweet baby. But dh made coffee cookies and I goaded him into drinking coffee with me. I can now hear his snoring on the baby monitor next to me... I must get off of this addictive ride soon. I cannot do this everyday!
• United States
13 Nov 06
going...it is 3:00 am!!
@alienstar (5142)
• India
13 Nov 06
he...don't do that...i will miss you then...what would i do then.....lolz
• Australia
13 Nov 06
I say yes.. I met my 2nd husband on the net.. We r very happily married.. Never looked back.... He is my soul mate .. Love him endlessly..
• Philippines
13 Nov 06
waaaaaaaaaah, sooooooooooooo jealooooooooos... congrats to you though. :D
• United States
13 Nov 06
Oh, that is so sweet! I'm so happy for you. How long have you been married? Were you living near each other or did one of you have to move? Which one? I think this will be becoming more and more common as time goes on, don't you?
• India
13 Nov 06
Why Not Yes!!! but don't be adict of that. Give your attention to your work also. I love to have internet romance from anybody specially Girls and Ladies above 30. Do you know anyone then let her introduce with me at parizon_disclose@yahoo.co.in Thanks
• United States
13 Nov 06
LOL. Good for you. Well, the only one I know is AnyaBelle right now. But I cannot see any of your pics to see if I think you would make a good match. I did not know this thread was going to turn me into a dating service! Heh heh. How refreshing that you want women OVER 30. Oh wait, AnyaBelle will not work as she is not that old. Sorry. Oh, I did forget to add to my jobs in my profile page that I actually worked at a dating service when I was in college. Ha ha ha. And my dh said we should open up and Astrological Dating service where I would match people up that way. Oh dear. Nuh uh. He better not see this thread or he will try to talk me into THAT!
• United States
13 Nov 06
I can also tell you that charanjit (response #21) is not interested. But I tihnk he may be a dude anyway. I am going to have to bone up on Indian names.
@limcyjain (3516)
• India
13 Nov 06
no i havent and dont intend to as i am already married and have a loving husband
• United States
13 Nov 06
Well, that is certainly a good reason. Married folks need not be messin' with romance. Of course, I do still IM with my DH. He is upstairs in his office and I'm downstairs. LOL.
@pacheco (62)
• Portugal
13 Nov 06
No... by internet we don't know the other person... he/she could say anything that he/she is, and no be that thing... there's a lot of lies in internet meets!!! so NO is my answer!!
• United States
13 Nov 06
I can certainly respect the vehemence of your views and opinion. LOL. You have some points. I have honestly met more nice and honest people than troublemakers. I think to have an internet friendship that is a huge scam would be hard to keep up, but I don't know--maybe I am naive. I have better things to do with my time than pretend to be something I'm not only to know I can never then be true and honest with this person online or IRL. But I suppose there are some people like that out there. I just think the percentage is probably lower most people think. Like that study a while ago about the cabbies in NY. Something like 97% were good and honest and helped people when given the chance to take advantage of them.
@atbpa5 (663)
• United States
13 Nov 06
I think it would be a good idea to fairly soon. Thewre was a woman I worked with that had an online realtionship and was deeply in love. I think it had been going on for 2 years. She had pictures and talked on the phone to them. They had tied to meet up quite a few times but things always seemed to not work out. She had even bought her online love a computer. Well, to make a long story short...She found out that the MAN she had been in love with for 2 years was a WOMAN and this woman was also had a husband I think. My co-worker was in total shock..I never knew what happened the following weeks because it wasn't discussed much after that..I'm sure shje was terribly embarassed and heartbroken.
• United States
13 Nov 06
Wow! That is quite the horror story. The poor woman. Yep, you definitely need to meet up relatively soon if you fall for someone.
• Philippines
13 Nov 06
waaaah, oh my god, wtf? poor woman. i would've been devastated as well. the nerve of that other woman, doesn't she know what the other woman would probably feel? jeeeeez...
@krizz420 (4385)
• Canada
13 Nov 06
Id have to say yes cause I met my gf 3years ago on webdate.com and Im still with her to this day
• United States
13 Nov 06
Right on, that is impressive. I never met anyone through a dating service when I met people online. I'm sure that is a decent way to go. Maybe that was part of my success, too. I did not necessarily meet people who were out looking. I was just interacting with people on email lists about topics that we were all interested in. But I believe dating services can be worthwhile, too. I can just see how there might be more potential for people misrepresenting themselves. Although, it seems contrary to actually finding someone. I am going back and forth, huh? Just trying to figure out my own mind. I'm glad you found someone!
• United States
13 Nov 06
no why put yourself up to get hurt in so many ways. plus the danger factor involved....
• United States
13 Nov 06
Because of the possibility that it will be wonderful, of course. I can see the danger factor being a big consideration. And yet, there is danger in most things. You just need to be cautious and smart about what you do.
• Janesville, Wisconsin
11 Nov 06
Yes.. for the right people.. For me Yes, I do better with internet romance, as for me romance is more intellictual or in the mind type of romance, then I am into the body, or looks, etc. I go for a persons personality... however.. Since I am being stalked but about 60 some India guys I am not really so much into it at the moment. Trying to get these people to leave me alone! lol...
• Philippines
13 Nov 06
hahaha, loving this response, lol.
@Hemant83 (1280)
• India
13 Nov 06
yes... its okayy... because we dont know the person... i meant to say.. how is he looking?? his behaviour... we just love the persons heart.. and its beautiful.. so we trust. thats wy i said yes.
• United States
13 Nov 06
That is a very nice response.
@alienstar (5142)
• India
13 Nov 06
he...i have sent a message to you and you haven't replied yet.busy..early morning?
• United States
13 Nov 06
You are supposed to be in bed! Look at that picture--(see I have my pics back after restarting!) Of course, I would think you are a woman!
@dellion (6698)
• Malaysia
13 Nov 06
Wow......you are great to turn your net romance into real......must be so sweet:)
• United States
13 Nov 06
Well, you know. It is sometimes and others not. We are married for 4 years and now it is just like any other relationship. You have your ups and downs. But we have been through a lot and love each other and have a great home and family, so yes, it is sweet. :) Thank you. :) (I hope you were talking to me--A lot of people shared their stories.)
@naeemasad (231)
• Pakistan
13 Nov 06
NO, I dont think so, because with out knowing a person, how you can say that you can do romance with him/ her?
• United States
13 Nov 06
Ah, doth not thou have any romance in your heart or mind? Must you know someone's body to know them? Have you never fallen in love with an icon of the silver screen? C'mon, have some imagination!
@k_varunus (698)
• India
13 Nov 06
no
• United States
13 Nov 06
We get that you are serious about this.
• India
13 Nov 06
if we should meet the perfect soul mate on the internet, our wishes can only be fulfilled virtually. We must be satisfied with the bodiless partner whose face our imagination may create. Honeymoon then can be spent without any reservations, yet never consummated but can continue to discover the deeper levels of personalities, the perversities that lie beneath the surface
• United States
13 Nov 06
Wow, this is a very poetic response. But our wishes can be fulfilled in real life, too. You just have to arrange to meet the person and give it a shot!
@supersach (1523)
• India
13 Nov 06
Yes, I think it can be very good way to meet people because in the Internet romance you like someone for his/her personality than getting infatuated with his/her physical appearance. So I am open for it but I think you need to keep your eyes open, especially the girls that you are not getting involved with a wrong person. By the way, your story must have been like a dream and very romantic , I suppose.
• United States
13 Nov 06
You are right on those counts. I believe that it is just one more way that the Universe can bring us what we are calling into our lives. It is good to be open and cautious at the same time. Ours was very whirlwind and intense. If you know any astrology, we both have a lot of Scorpio--that's intense. My man is a writer, artist, and poet, so yes, it has been romantic. But also lots of hard work and ups and downs as anyone. We have been married for 4 years. :)
@tomkaty (34)
• United States
13 Nov 06
I would definitely say no...... You never even know if its a guy or girl you are talking to ...
• United States
13 Nov 06
Heh heh heh...ain't that the truth? Even when they aren't TRYING to deceive you!