I read the post in question, and found myself thinking that no matter how eloquently she portrayed her situation, it still bore no resemblance to any experience I've ever had on LJ.

I truly believe that what you take away from a community is directly proportional to what you put into it. You find love and friendship here because that's what you broadcast.

And me? I treasure my time on LJ because my friends aren't *unreal*, they are just removed from me. I've been able to meet interesting new people and make new friends this way. If the scientists make transporters reality, then I'll be happy to give up LJ so that I can spend more time with friends in the flesh. Until then, I'll take what I can get.

And I'm very pleased to see you here, friend!