Hi Fubar
One of my sisters met her partner online and they have been together for almost 10 years and have 3 adorable children together, so I know from experience that it can work.
You may have hit upon my problem, I am not really willing to leave my comfort zone, it may be lonely to be alone but it is also comfortable and easy.
Plus I am not entirely sure how I would cope with someone else using my remote control lol