To Ron: Concerning the present poll on Long Distance Relationships, these relationships usually end up as "fill in the blanks." Each party builds a picture in their mind of the perfect person. This is done because they lack the experience of personal contact. Everything is wonderful on paper or email, but the real test is being together with a person. In most cases each party is rudely awakened. (At Right: The characters in the film, "Brokeback Mountain," dealt with lovers separated by distance.)

From Ron: When the Internet was young, distance seemed to disappear with instant communication, but the miles stayed the same. We used to call it the "Distance Monster." Even so, I just heard from a fellow Apollo user who has maintained his romance for several years with an ocean separating them. If one is retired and can travel, it helps.

I encourage everyone to take the poll and express your views.