[Velvet]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Very few pay phones today, but for emergences, try finding someone WITHOUT
a cell phone.

And…you are assuming they are going to let you use theirs? Their phone their air time. Isn’t that being a bit like those people looking for a handout?

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by MrFlorida

Just think of it as a Swiss Army Knife, there are so many things you can do with it....

"I missed what you said. I was tweeting about my toes. What is a Swiss Army Knife?? Is it, like, an actual, like, knife?? OMG! What will they think of next?"

When I go out, I carry my cell. Only DW and I know the number. For emergencies ONLY.

[rustyp]

Originally Posted by Velvet

And…you are assuming they are going to let you use theirs? Their phone their air time. Isn’t that being a bit like those people looking for a handout?

Agreed! Perhaps some do not understand there are areas in the lower 48 that don't have cell phone signal. OMG the sky is falling!

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Velvet

And…you are assuming they are going to let you use theirs? Their phone their air time. Isn’t that being a bit like those people looking for a handout?

Don't worry, Mike G, if you have an emergency and I am there, I will make the call for you. No, you don't get to use it. Give me the number, I will make the call.

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by rustyp

I don't wear a watch or have a cell phone. IMO cell phones are an excuse to behave poorly. We would always do a HH after golf. After all we stink at golf and the purpose for playing was for socializing. The minute we sit down half of the group sticks their nose into those rude addictive vehicles of destruction. Kind of similar to being at a store and the person waiting on you says please wait I have a phone call. Wait a minute here I'm the guy with the money in his pocket standing directly in front of you.

And you would be the dead guy if no one could call 911 from a cell. Do you realize at the average age in TV, the chance of someone actively doing chest compressions correctly for 20 minutes would be a miracle.

Might want to wear a DNR tag, so no one bothers to waste cell call to save you. I respect those who have DNR wishes.

So sorry you stink at golf, and every waiter stops taking your order because they have a cell phone. You must have really bad luck.

[Number 10 GI]

Originally Posted by rustyp

I don't wear a watch or have a cell phone. IMO cell phones are an excuse to behave poorly. We would always do a HH after golf. After all we stink at golf and the purpose for playing was for socializing. The minute we sit down half of the group sticks their nose into those rude addictive vehicles of destruction. Kind of similar to being at a store and the person waiting on you says please wait I have a phone call. Wait a minute here I'm the guy with the money in his pocket standing directly in front of you.

A cell phone isn't an evil Talisman that turns people into rude self absorbed slobs, they already were before owning one. In our group of friends no one grabs their phone and ignores the rest of us. Maybe you need a better circle of people to associate with.

[MrFlorida]

If you don't know what a Swiss Army Knife is, then you definitely don't need a cell phone.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by MrFlorida

If you don't know what a Swiss Army Knife is, then you definitely don't need a cell phone.

Am I to assume you missed the, admittedly small, bit of humor in my reference to the, supposed juvenile, texting not knowing what a Swiss Army Knife is?
Again, I carry a cell for emergencies, not because I want it for entertainment, but because I consider it an almost essential tool now days.

[rustyp]

Originally Posted by asianthree

And you would be the dead guy if no one could call 911 from a cell. Do you realize at the average age in TV, the chance of someone actively doing chest compressions correctly for 20 minutes would be a miracle.

Might want to wear a DNR tag, so no one bothers to waste cell call to save you. I respect those who have DNR wishes.

So sorry you stink at golf, and every waiter stops taking your order because they have a cell phone. You must have really bad luck.

I do have a dnr. But that is an interesting point. If I go down dancing in the town square how do I protect my self from someone trying to bring me back when that is not my wish ? Back on the cell phone necessity - I also (well actually my lovely bride and I) had two children before cell phones and somehow I got the message to get her to the hospital and be the coach. And I still live in an area 6 months per year without cell service. I actually like it.

[Michael G.]

I know a family that when they get together for a meal over the Holidays, there's a box
at the front door.
Yep you guessed it, all cell phones are put in the box.
No answering calls, no texting

[Rainger99]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Is there anyone out there in Village land and beyond that refuses to own/carry a cell phone besides this old goat?

Your Thoughts Please

You don't say why you refuse to own/carry a cell phone. What is the reason?

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

Is there anyone out there in Village land and beyond that refuses to own/carry a cell phone besides this old goat?

Your Thoughts Please

I’ve got one only because I got tired of hearing land line ring 50 times day. Only carry it when I have to and it not glued to my face 23.50 hours of the day. Now I can block all calls I don’t know who’s calling. Might as well get one cause land lines will going the way of the phone booth in couple years.

[Michael G.]

Originally Posted by Rainger99

You don't say why you refuse to own/carry a cell phone. What is the reason?

I'm glad you ask.......

Expense is one.
$1200 -$1400 for the latest and greatest cell phone, plus the price of a monthly calling plan is a joke.

I also see them as a adult pacifier that they stare into while your talking to them and go berserk when they lose them or leave the house without their stupid phone.

Don't get me wrong, if used correctly they are great, like keeping in touch with family
up north, checking in at the airport or hotel, checking prices etc.

Sorry, just my opinion

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

I'm glad you ask.......

Expense is one.
$1200 -$1400 for the latest and greatest cell phone, plus the price of a monthly calling plan is a joke.

I also see them as a adult pacifier that they stare into while your talking to them and go berserk when they lose them or leave the house without their stupid phone.

Don't get me wrong, if used correctly they are great, like keeping in touch with family
up north, checking in at the airport or hotel, checking prices etc.

Sorry, just my opinion

What can one do to avoid having to use one of these evil expensive devices?

There must be something... Oh, I know... Don't buy one... Problem solved...

[Michael G.]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

What can one do to avoid having to use one of these evil expensive devices?

There must be something... Oh, I know... Don't buy one... Problem solved...

What took you so long to come to your senses???