Rich_by_the_Bay
Moderator Emeritus
For all the concern about internet-based introductions, what with the lurking perverts, con artists, and the like, I am convinced after last week that with a little common sense, this is superb way to make new friends.
Last week, Lynn and I managed to get together in South Carolina with the Astromerias at their gorgeous place near Charleston. The McLesters were able to join us, too. Talking and laughing about some of the cybercharacters on this board was a bit like watching a Fellini movie, and it was a warm and wonderful evening, surely the start of new friendships. Opening your home and hospitality to someone you've only met through a message board takes great sensitivity, a welcoming heart, and a bit of chutzpah. The Astros have all that. We already started talking about our next visit when they visit Florida.
The McLesters are my heros, too - so far ahead on the road to FIRE at their early stage of life that it embarrases me to think where I wasn't at the same age.
I know some of you have managed to meet from time to time. All I can say is that if you have the chance to do so and feel that you are compatible based on your exchanges here, go for it in whatever way makes you comfortable.
Last week, Lynn and I managed to get together in South Carolina with the Astromerias at their gorgeous place near Charleston. The McLesters were able to join us, too. Talking and laughing about some of the cybercharacters on this board was a bit like watching a Fellini movie, and it was a warm and wonderful evening, surely the start of new friendships. Opening your home and hospitality to someone you've only met through a message board takes great sensitivity, a welcoming heart, and a bit of chutzpah. The Astros have all that. We already started talking about our next visit when they visit Florida.
The McLesters are my heros, too - so far ahead on the road to FIRE at their early stage of life that it embarrases me to think where I wasn't at the same age.
I know some of you have managed to meet from time to time. All I can say is that if you have the chance to do so and feel that you are compatible based on your exchanges here, go for it in whatever way makes you comfortable.
We thoroughly enjoyed meeting you & Lynn (and your pretty Doberman!), too. I think we left our spouses kinda rolling their eyes at each other while you, Sarah, and I were hooting & hollering over retirement, investments, and the doins 'round the forum. 
