One thing I like to point out to people that say long distance or meeting online doesn't count or that you need to meet someone and spend time with them to really fall for someone, is that back in the 40's and 50's, couples met during the wars by letters. Snail mail. People shared so much of each other back then and still fell in love, met face to face, married and lived a long life together. No emails, no chat programs, no video conferencing.
It can happen if both parties are open, honest and willing to communicate. So, why not? Why can't it be true. Sure you'll get trolls, sad sacks and others that don't want to see others happy try to shot it down or maybe they had bad experiences, but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist.
Explore, find out what is there and follow your heart. I will say this as I always do though, be safe, be careful and just be on guard. As there are wonderful and amazing people out there, there are those that will try to take advantage of them. So, it's always good to be wary but don't shut off all possibilities. Do listen to your gut. We all have instincts, follow yours. Wishing you the best of luck, stay safe and take care.🌷