I'm curious what the ratio is for how many people actually found a real online friend here versus those that didn't and just have a few random chats or pm's that don't last long. I wonder how many people say nothing and just give up or leave this place without saying anything. That's pretty much the only reason I came here, was to have someone to chat with on a more regular basis. I have one good online friend I met 10 years ago and we're still buddies but we have zero things in common. He's younger than me, into very different things and it's difficult to find a common ground sometimes. But still a very good email buddy. But I was hoping for a buddy here too. I hope I find one in time, although I'm kinda at the give up point on trying pm's. I think it's nice to have someone to email back and forth with once in awhile. I like the back and forth pep talks and sharing personal stories you can have with an email pal
Sometimes another person's point of view is really helpful.
You know I just realized I hijacked the original poster's thread a bit. Sorry about that hon!