Growing Rolls:
Hello everyone,
In a world where online interactions can bring so much joy and connection, I'm dreaming of experiencing some of this in real life. While we may be far apart, the friendships and experiences we share online are meaningful. Has anyone here had the opportunity to travel to meet someone they connected with online in person? A feeder meeting? feeder- weekend? Anything? If so, Iād love to hear about your experiences. What was it like to transition from virtual interactions to face-to-face meetings? Were there any surprises or insights you gained from this experience?
Feedmesqueezeme:
I've met up with a few people over the years and attended a couple of meet ups as well. I enjoyed a lot of them and had a great time.
I found Sometimes conversations can be a little more awkward in person (I'm quite shy in person though so that probably doesn't help) and especially if youre talking about feedism its not always as easy to speak about in person.
Definitely most important thing for me though is to stay safe. Even if you have spoken online with the person for years always make sure the first meet up is in public.
I've been lucky to have met loads of lovely people though š
It sounds like you've had some positive experiences meeting people in person after connecting online, and it's great to hear that you enjoyed those encounters! I can imagine that transitioning from online conversations to face-to-face interactions might have its challenges, especially if you're naturally shy (I am as well) or if the topics you discuss online are more niche or personal, like feedism. It's reassuring to know that despite these potential awkward moments, you've met some wonderful people along the way.
Your emphasis on safety is so important, especially when meeting someone for the first time in real life. Meeting in public is a smart precaution, no matter how long you've known someone online. It's encouraging to hear that your experiences have mostly been positive, and it's a good reminder that with the right precautions, these online connections can translate into meaningful real-world friendships. š
