[Lucid:]

the only internet dating experience I have is with my current boyfriend, and he's come to visit me and stuff. so it's more of a long-distance than a real internet dating. if there's even a difference. DX

I think that the saying you gave your friend is very true, and as hard as it is to let someone go, it's usually for the best. as long as he continues to be there for her and be good to her, that's the best he can do. ultimately, if she doesn't love him, at least he tried his best but it just wasn't meant to be. =/