What are your opinions on internet dating?

I do not think its a bad idea. 5 months seems like a reasonable length of time to be assured that he is genuine. However, considering the risks involved with meeting a man you met on the internet, I have some very good suggestions for you. Firstly, try to find a way to chat live with webcams. Most countries have internet cafes that include webcams at reasonable prices. Do not accept excuses for this request. This will assure you that he is indeed the guy you think he is. (I assume you've exchanged photos) Also, you can get to know him even better by his facial expressions, voice, smile, laugh, and body language. Secondly, when the time comes for a meeting, arrange for it to take place in a very public place during the daytime so you can better assure your safety. Don't be afraid to ask to see his identification. It should be well received if he's sincere. Just a couple more: have him come to you, again, to better assure your safety. Don't do anything stupid like get a hotel room with him. Never give him money for any reason, and keep your private information confidential. Exercise prudence because there are a lot, and I mean A LOT of scam artists and predators on the net. Don't let this put you off. I met my overseas girlfriend online and with patience and prudence we were able to forge a healthy relationship and hope to be married next spring. Good luck!

I see no problems with it, if you take some safety precautions,

as least until you've become comfortable with him...

1. Get some background (school, job, family).

2. Meet in daylight in a neutral public place.

3. Plan activites/meals that are in "nice" places.

4. Don't get drunk and go to his place (until you're ok w-it).

5. Use a check-in buddy so they know where you're at & safe.

If you are 100% sure he is who he says he is and that it would be safe to meet him, Then go for it, otherwise you'll be stuck wondering "what if". just meet in an open space where there are a lot of people, just in case and if you guys meet and he is who he said he was then take it slow. But i think you should go for it, just be safe. You can't trust anyone nowadays. Good Luck! :)

Technology is a huge part of our society so why can't it be used for internet interaction. I think its a great idea. My best friend meet his girlfriend of over a year through the internet. Give him a chance =] you wont regret it.

Its not harm in meeting someone at least when you are dating someone.

You must be clear about every aspect before it turns into a serious relationship.This can be done through meeting only.

For that besides meeting you have to clear about evreything.

Internet dating = BIG NO

what if the guy is some horny fat guy who jacks off to the lady acrosss the hall by staring through her window at night while she's sleeping and it's 2 at night???

while you were talking his baby cousin died, and it made you relax? o_o

I'm sorry, did I misunderstand? ha.

anyways, he seems like a nice person, so you should try and meet him.

To me, online dating isn't the way I would go, but it works for some people

and in your case, you should give it a shot and go meet up with him. :)

You won't know until you go if it was a bad idea or not. It doesn't sound very safe to me.

it exciting at the very start but it will die down without the quality physical presence.

people are almost always different in person then they are in real life but its really your choice on weather you see him or not