Thanks for your nice reply, Laura. In September I probably won't even be living with my mom anymore, so luckily I don't have to worry about her being against me going anywhere. Even if I am still living with her, she told me today that as soon as I'm graduated she will respect whatever decision I make even if she doesn't agree with it (as long as it doesn't involve bringing more pets home --- That's one BIG downfall hehe).

You're so right, we can get so close to our friends on the internet. I think that the majority of people you talk to on the net are not psychos or creeps. I've met many of my best friends on the internet, and I'm really glad I took the time to meet them! Speaking of which, I'm off to Vancouver tomorrow for the PT meeting on Saturday. I'll be meeting three people I've never met before.