Yes, I think they can work. I have a relationship with a man I met online who lives 250 miles from me. We've agreed, having both been married twice, that what we are looking for right now is someone to share good times and common interests with without it turning into something serious. (Although admittedly, maintaining that balance can be difficult, ehem, once you start becoming fond of that person.)
It is an odd way to start a relationship. At least it seemed odd to me. I never thought I would have a real-life relationship with someone I met on the internet, but I'm so glad I did it. I wouldn't recommend going into it too fast, though. Long distance, online relationships really are a way to get to know each other better than you might otherwise when you have the ability to get your hands on each other, so take advantage of it. I also highly recommend the use of webcams as, of course, you can see the person - how they talk, behave and look - these are important in determining your compatability with and attraction for each other. Plus they, well, uhhhhh, you know.....they're fun.
But that said, no amount of success stories should betray the fact that you should always be careful of who you are inviting into your life. This is true whether you have met someone online, in a bar, at church or wherever. Always use caution and if something just doesn't feel right, explore it, don't ignore it.
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Originally Posted by analog
(Plus, there's nothing quite like the energy level of the sex you have when you only get to see each other twice or absolute max 3 times in a year, for usually a week or two at a time. Insane.)
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This I would have to agree with.
