I completely understand trust issues, especially considering the father issue...
You know...sometimes I almost feel embarrassed at how lucky I am. I daren't ever take advantage of it. I am just very thankful.
I see this site as 150 (regular core members) individuals all with a story, stories that can't be measured against one another because they have their own magnitude. The common interest we have is the Packers, but beyond that...
I talk to people here that, if proximity wasn't an issue, i'd have as physical friends that I invite into my home, share a beer with, talk life love and what have you. Iv'e probably said that to Zombieslayer, Packers Finland, NSD and a few others and I wouldn't say that if I didn't mean it; one of my flaws is telling people exactly what I think ALL the darn time, and in some cases having a running commentary. (*Blocks Nerdmann*)
Good people can be found everywhere, across every medium, as can people with other motives etc.
I have always found that in terms of actions, the unexpected occurs everywhere be it that which is around you physically, and that which occurs over the phone/internet etc.
You only ever have your intuition and a track record to go by, and to be frank, most of the members on this website are good, understanding and helpful people. People i'd want as close friends.
Zero2Cool is my captain.