I chose to write about internet relationships for my research paper, because they are an important part of who I am. Most of the time they are undermined; people don’t believe such friendships can be real. How can a friendship founded on the internet be valid? Many don’t realize; they are completely valid, and in many cases, provide a positive light in someone’s life. While it is important to be wary and careful with personal information on the internet, it is not a horrific place. From a young age, I found that rumor to be a terrible façade.
When someone asks me who my best friend is, it’s hard to explain that she lives two states over, and that we’ve never met face-to-face. Most people can’t comprehend such a scenario, while others are quick to judge. Still, I’m grateful to have such close friends. The people I’ve met on the web have impacted my life in such a positive manner. No matter the distance between, friendship is absolutely