Alex.
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- Aug 18, 2014
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My investment in these places is limited to the few minutes my real life affords me.I don't I am referring to the characters on the "internets"If I met them in real life I know I would view them differently. I met a few from another board a while back and it was fun and still have on going relationships with some of them. So that is my litmus test how these people are in real life.
I don't see a problem with liking someone on line and not meeting them.
We all make our own decisions, however.
People can also fool you in real life, so, ultimately, there is never any "real" protection.
I enjoy the friendly conversation here - and, whether or not you put the label "friend" on it or not, there are people I really enjoy talking to and look forward to hearing from......
I do not invest in ciphers
I'm speaking (typing) plainly and honestly to you.
What do you think I am saying that is "in code"?
If you are a good judge of character, you can read between the lines to tell who is gaming and who is just on here to talk and be real. I mean, I can be real, but I can play around but I will admit it if asked.... It's not for bad intent.... but, to me this is a fun escape. Maybe it's serious to others - or can become so. I suppose people have met and married on message boards. If they are happy, what's wrong with that? If you never meet and enjoy the conversation with someone, what's wrong with that.
I'm not arguing your decision on how you decide to "use" the internet. that is your choice. I'm just saying, you COULD be missing out on something enjoyable... or, more enjoyable...