I joined just a few months after the board came to be and I love it!
As for friends...there are a few online that I DO know in person, Machel, for one. Then there's also a couple others that aren't too active anymore because life has gotten in their way.
But, I have made MANY online friendships, and cherish all of them.
Many have helped make my life here on the pebble bearable. There will be trips to visit many when I finally get back to the states and YES, Patrice, YOU will be in my path of travel. :)
There are those that I do talk to on the phone once in a while WHEN the time difference is right. lol
But, all in all....this is a great place to sit, visit and just have a great time! It's FAMILY!!!