Only online contact

Submitted by Neptune (Russia), Feb 20, 2017 at 09:33

Dear Ruth,

You have had only online chats with him.How could you know what his intentions are?

It is wiser to be careful and not go anywhere you can be exploited in every possible way,if he turns out to be a cheat and criminally inclined.One's passport can be snatched away and then one can become utterly helpless,especially when one does not know anybody there who can help one--in every possible way.

Although I wouldn't straightaway stigmatize him as a cheat,it's better to not go.I won't generalize by calling all Algerians bad but the very fact that you are asking here for an advice indicates that there is some caution flashing in your subconscious.

Stay safe lady,even if he is calling you over only to show his nation.These nations are fast becoming dangerous to travel and never get involved emotionally with these people.

Get a good person from your own culture who has an impeccable reputation and marry him.It's very natural to feel romantically drawn to someone online but it's hazardous.If you read any accounts of people( mainly women) who somehow try online romance and commitment thereafter,you will be surprised to know that despite belonging to the same culture one can be disillusioned.

Stay safe so that you are not sorry later

.Best luck.

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