However, about the first point in this thread, no I don't think a virtual relationship can replace the real thing, for all the obvious reasons....a FULL relationship is about ALL the senses, daily interactions, commitment by physical presence and a whole host of more subtle connections.
The other point in this thread was,
Can you get to know somebody well enough virtually or is this the same as you could do in real life???...
well, I think that in the situation most of us are in (that being seperated and communication by internet etc.) it all depends on just how much effort both of you put in. I also think there is something about "emotional maturity" too. By that I mean what is your level of understanding of relationships? How well do you know what you are looking for in a person? How well do you know yourself? How much baggage (I mean the psychological kind) do you have? All these factors will determine just how you will realate with someone. it shouldn't matter whether you are in the same room or 8 thousand miles away. It is just the medium of communication that is different.
Of course, there are issues with L D Rels. as we are all aware, but if you take into consideration the extra difficulties of language and texting misunderstanding, then getting to know someone is the same under most circumstances.
