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Isn't technology wonderful?

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AnninGlos

AnninGlos Report 12 Aug 2009 11:47

I have just been speaking to one of my contacts, a definite link, we chatted for about 10 minutes and he is all the way away in Sydney.

Actually I am doubly thrilled because since losing some of my hearing I have become a somewhat phone phobic (if that is the right expression), the phones we had I could never hear the person speaking which was such a strain. But we have a new phone and I don't know if it was that or the fact that he had a strong clear voice but I could hear most of what he said perfectly.
So that was great.

Ann
Glos

Elisabeth

Elisabeth Report 12 Aug 2009 12:24

Ann,

When we think of the amount of technology invented in our lifetime, it is amazing.

If you had made contact with this person a few years ago, you would have had to book a call many hours, or even days ahead.

We can remember the first time we saw pictures on a small tv, but today the youngsters take so much for granted.

Enjoy your new phone but also, think of the phone bill!!

Have a happy day.

Elisabeth

MarionfromScotland

MarionfromScotland Report 12 Aug 2009 12:28

Yes it's great.
Long gone are the days of tin cans and string lol

AnninGlos

AnninGlos Report 12 Aug 2009 12:32

I didn't make the call Elisabeth Lol!!!! He may have been on skype as there was a definite delay on the line.