Virtual Friend vs Real-life Friend

Virtual friend gave you his/her ‘Like’, real-life friend gave you a bold hand-shake.

Virtual friend commented on your status, real-life friend gave face-to-face advice.

Virtual friend sent you emoticons, real-life friend shared with you real emotions.

Virtual friend sent you a ‘hug’ emo, real-life friend gave you a warm hug.

Virtual friend frowned at your moment, real-life friend wiped your falling tears.

Virtual friend shared with you a picture of food, real-life friend shared with you real food.

Virtual friend sent you a message, real-life friend enjoyed a massage in a beauty salon, with you.

Virtual friend shared his/her selfie-picture, real-life friend showed-up unannounced at your front door.

Virtual friend sent you cute stickers, real-life friend expressed real feedback.

Virtual friend shared with you where he/she is, real-life friend spent his/her time with you at that exact place.

Virtual friend read your whine, real-life friend heard your annoying whine.

Virtual friend typed ‘LOL’ and ‘ROTFL’, real-life friend laughed with you ’till your belly hurts.

Virtual friend was merely on your screen, real-life friend (tried to) be at your side – whenever you need him/her the most.

 Is virtual the new real?