NoxObscuras posted...
Because you both agree to be a couple and be exclusive to each other.
Obviously there was no physical intimacy, but the goal was to eventually meet in person, so we still treated each other like a boyfriend and girlfriend. We talked on the phone almost daily and talked about things we'd like to do together.
It's not the same as online dating where you're matching with multiple people and trying to meet up ASAP. You acknowledge that the distance will be a significant barrier, but you still want to try and make an exclusive relationship work.
Like in the case of my online girlfriend, she lived over 1,200 miles away. I wouldn't make the effort to meet someone that far away without committing to her first. I only bailed because her mood swings started making me feel like I was walking on eggshells because I never knew what new thing would set her off.
I get the process and it makes sense. But I think it is weird to use the term "girlfriend" for someone you have never met. A different word is needed IMO. Maybe I am just old lol