How do you feel about online friendships? Are they the same as in person friendships? Do they make a significant contribution to your life? Do you avoid them?

I have online friends that I feel close to. When we talk Online, it's like having a coffee in person. I laugh and cry depending on the mood. I feel like I can reach out and hopefully they feel the same.

I do have amazing in person friends as well. In the end though if I call you my friend online or in person, I value you.

How do you feel about online friends?