Ok, I met this girl a couple of months ago online, and we both came to the realization that we both really like each other. Our biggest problem is, we live on different sides of the country, literally. I am 16, and she is 15. We can’t very well get to either place very easily, and I would go visit her, by going on a plane, but I know my parents wouldn’t let me fly 4,000 miles away and stay in a hotel, and I’m pretty sure her parents wouldn’t let me go shack up with them for a week or 2. I am certain that I will find a way once I turn 18 to at least meet her, but until then, I am stuck. Does anybody have any advice as to resolve this?
Also, could you post your opinions on what you think of online relationships? I know someone is going to say “she” could very well be a 40 year old man, but I already know she isn’t. And please, don’t just put, “You freak you shouldn’t be dating online, just go out and meet a girl on your own turf!”
Uh… I know that this is very disorganized, and long, but I figured I would give a little of my predicament. I have never had a girlfriend, I have never really been out on a date. My parents are very overprotective, and I am sure would not “allow” me.
Thanks for your answers 
Words don’t lose their meaning just because they’re written rather than spoken.
People can lie and build up an overly positive picture of themselves online, but they can also do this when you meet them offline.
“Real world” relationships limit you to those who are in close proximity to you. You go online, and you have the whole world to choose from.
If you’re good at keeping in touch by writing, you could try to keep the relationship going that way until you’re legally an adult and can decide for yourself if you wish to catch a plane to see someone. It might seem like a long wait, but if the relationship is genuine, it will work.
If you’re one of those people who needs to see someone and hear their voice, use your webcam with MSN.