Over the Web

A short story about one of my best friends, who I met online.

Hey 

That's usually how they start

Our conversations

Which can last for hours on end

Through text and Skype 

Which are our only means 

But we don't mind 

And we have fun anyway

I've cried on your virtual shoulder

And you've cried on mine

And we've shared many heartfelt talks

Sharing things that only best friends know

I hope to meet you in person

At least before too long

So that we can go places

Make memories 

So that we can go to Comic Con

And loiter at the mall together

Talking loudly in the cinema 

And eating junk food as we play Xbox

You one of the best friends 

That I've ever had

And I've never even met you in person

And that's saying something. 

Reviews

[Terpsichore]

The power of the web is quite amazing. It's a whole new world, and like the 'real' world, it is both fascinating and complex, and of course, sometimes not all that it seems. Face to face is how we humans best interact, go places, make those memories that last, but the web has opened up possibilities that we never previously had. Enjoy your new friend and may you one day meet. T

[Adreamer's Bluejay]

I have a few friends like this and it's wonderful how strong your relationship can be with someone even though no matter what happens they count as a stranger until knowing them in the real world, meeting them face to face in flesh and blood. I love how perfectly and honestly you've captured your friendship.

Wonderfully penned