I believe that virtual or online friends/ friendships can be very real.
A lot of the regulars on here I see as friends.
I have a lot of internet friends and a lot of our friendships are very real. I see and interact more with people on the internet then I do in the flesh.
That's just me, all people are different. Some people that I've met on the internet I go round and visit them quite often. (by invitation of course, I'm no stalker).
It is so refreshing to be able to interact with people who have things in common with yourself, sharing information and ideas.
my real life friends, I normally see them if it's someones birthday or there is something good to watch at the cinema.
I do have a best friend, we meet up once a week or so and go for walks in the country side, have a cup of tea and a chat about real things (not about football or what tv show or celeb is good or not).
Some people have lots of friends, but when the chips are down how many of them are your real friends?
I am happy with my life and I am happy with my different groups of friends, they all are special to me and have a place in my heart.
