Virtual and Real
Sunday, May 1, 2011 at 10:21 PM 
There’s something very special about meeting internet friends in the flesh for the first time. Unlike ‘normal’ first encounters, you generally know quite a bit about each other; so you’re starting quite a way from square one. And there are usually terms of reference….like other people you ’know’ in common.
That’s how it was yesterday when I met Milena (I almost wrote ‘the lovely Milena‘ - but that makes her sound scarily like a game show hostess…). She’d travelled up to Dixon Hill from the Midlands just so we could meet. And it was such a worthwhile trip! With a minimum of introductions, we were soon chatting about stuff that mattered (you know the kind of thing). And laughing like we’d known each other forever.
Milena, it turns out, is a complete joy…and has the kind of smile that lights up a room. If you don’t know her yet, pay her a visit at Dreamchair Adventures. You already have one friend in common!
P.S. The photo was taken by Milena’s gallant husband, Simon, who also played chauffeur for the day. Thank you, Simon!
Reader Comments (1)
Such FUN... and what a great memory! Two years ago I had the great pleasure of meeting two blog-friend for real. Meeting in person seems to solidify a grown bond. It is very special Glad you & Milena had the chance to meet, Helen...LOVE this happy photo! :o) ((HUGS))