I've been in an online relationship before. I don't think it's stupid. I believe the feelings you can have for someone online can be very real, just as they can be for someone in person.

I've since decided that online-only doesn't work for me. I don't really desire a relationship where I can see the person at least once every couple of weeks. But, that's my choice, from my experiences. I still value the online relationships I had, and I still know many people who are happy in LDRs.

Congratulations on finding someone who makes you truly happy. That can be rare these days.